Quick Guide To VAT In Bahrain

On 1 January 2019, the Kingdom of Bahrain became the third Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member state to introduce VAT at the standard rate of 5%, following the United Arab Emirates and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

In this quick guide, you'll find answers to some frequently asked questions and topics.

What are the taxpayer registration timelines? Is it mandatory to register if you're a non-resident person? What are tax implications and documentation for intra-GCC transactions? What filing rules apply...