Q: Hi, We are a soon to be launching an eCommerce marketplace startup based out of Bahrain focusing on bulk procurement of industrial and construction products. We need help in preparing sellers and buyers agreement which needs to be in line with the Bahraini law. Also, we would like some advice on the founders and investor agreement also.

س: نحن شريكين في شركة، ومعنا شريك مواطن يمتلك واحد وخمسين بالمائة ونمتلك نحن النسبة الباقية بالتساوي. لا نريد الشريك المواطن الآن. كيف يمكن إخراجه من الشركة؟

Q: Hello, I am seeking legal advice on how to set up my business in Bahrain in the right way. We are a Market Platform Application based on Dubai for PET drinking water. We are planning on going live in Bahrain by August. The owners are Emiratis and Bahraini, what is the best way to start in terms of CR and office or virtual office?

An individual must first obtain a Commercial Registration (CR) from the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Tourism (the MOICT) in order to legally conduct any business activity in the Kingdom of Bahrain. One of the requirements for obtaining a CR is a registered office or place of business, which brings up the question of whether there are any other options available for those who want to start their business from home or without a physical office space.