The first step to company registration in Bahrain is Security Clearance. The PI Startup Advisory team will draft the initial KYC documents for the client to sign. After getting the signed documents, the PI Startup Advisory team will send the client’s IDs to Nationality Passport and Residency Affairs Bahrain for approval.
The following are the required documents at this step:

1. Clear copies of passports
2. Duly signed KYC forms
3. Duly signed Engagement letter
4. Authorization letter

The second step of the company formation in Bahrain is to reserve the commercial name of the company. You can provide us three proposed commercial names according to your preference. Following are the rules and regulations for choosing the commercial name of the company:

✓ The business name in Bahrain can be a person’s name.
✓ The business name can be a part of a person’s name.
✓ The business name can be an innovative name.
✓ The business name can be a combination of above mentioned.
✓ The business name may include a description of the business activity.
✓ The name must be unique and must not have been registered already. It must not be similar to an existing business.
✖ The name should not consist of a common word Only. Such as Mechanical Workshop, Hospital, School, etc.
✖ It must not contradict the undertaken business activities.
✖ It must not contradict local laws & values.
✖ It should not be the same as an internationally known company.
✖ It should not reflect any religious, political, or military affiliations.
✖ It should not be similar to any honorary name, emblem, or social organization.
✖ It should not be a translation or imitation of reputable marks, brands, or third parties.

Company registration in Bahrain requires a physical office address that aligns with your business activity. You have two options to fulfill this requirement:

1. Office Solution Provided by PI Startup Advisory: Our team will offer a tailored office solution that perfectly matches your business needs, ensuring a seamless registration process.

2. Self-Selected Office: If you prefer to select your own office space, we will handle the registration process for you. In this case, you will need to provide the following documents for approval:

• • Office Photos (Pre-Approval)
  • Lease Agreement (After approval)
  • Electricity Bill (After approval)

Rest assured, the PI Startup Advisory team is here to support you in finding the most suitable office solution for your business.

For company formation in Bahrain, opening a bank account in the company’s name is mandatory. The company’s bank account is opened in a chosen Bahraini bank, and the capital amount is deposited. Above is a sample of a capital deposit certificate.

Requirements for opening a company bank account in Bahrain:

To open a company bank account in Bahrain, you need to provide the following documents and meet the conditions:

1. A bank statement in English language covering the last six months of your business activity, with a bank seal on each page to verify its authenticity.
2. The physical presence of all shareholders of your company at the bank branch where you intend to open the account.
3. Supporting documents that demonstrate the source of income for your company, such as business bank statements or salary slips from your employees.
4. A business summary outlining the nature and scope of your business, along with a financial plan projecting your expected revenue and expenses.

In the final step of company registration in Bahrain, the notarized memorandum and bank certificate are submitted to the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Tourism (MOIC) for final approval. Once the MOIC grants approval, your company formation in Bahrain is officially recognized. Above is an example of an active Commercial Registration: