AT REGISTRATION IN BAHRAIN – SIMPLIFIED BY BMS AUDITING

AT Registration in Bahrain – Simplified by BMS Auditing

AT Registration in Bahrain – Simplified by BMS Auditing

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The Kingdom of Bahrain implemented Value Added Tax (VAT) on January 1, 2019, in line with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) VAT Agreement. Administered by the National Bureau for Revenue (NBR), VAT registration is mandatory for businesses meeting certain thresholds. At BMS Auditing, we help businesses in Bahrain navigate the VAT registration process smoothly and ensure full compliance with NBR regulations.

Who Needs to Register for VAT in Bahrain?

VAT registration in Bahrain is determined based on annual taxable turnover:

  • Mandatory Registration:
    Businesses with annual taxable supplies exceeding BHD 37,500 must register.

  • Voluntary Registration:
    Available to businesses with annual supplies or expenses exceeding BHD 18,750.

  • Non-Resident Businesses:
    Required to register for VAT in Bahrain regardless of turnover if they supply taxable goods or services.

Documents Required for VAT Registration

To register for VAT, businesses must submit key documents via the NBR portal, including:

  • Commercial Registration (CR) certificate

  • Financial statements or turnover estimates

  • Bank account details

  • Details of business activities

  • copyright or ID copies of authorized signatories

  • Customs registration (if applicable)

Why BMS Auditing?

At BMS Auditing, we offer full-spectrum VAT services in Bahrain:

  • Assessing VAT eligibility and obligations

  • Managing the entire VAT registration process

  • Providing post-registration compliance and VAT return filing

  • Advisory on VAT planning, exemptions, and input tax recovery

  • Supporting businesses during NBR audits and inquiries

With a team of regional VAT experts and a strong presence across the GCC, we ensure that your business stays ahead of regulatory requirements.

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