Tax

Bahrain is now home to a rapidly evolving tax landscape, with several notable tax and reporting regulations introduced since 2017. The country is well established as a financial centre in the region, and in recent years the authorities have diversified the economy to include technology, manufacturing and logistics. Bahrain welcomes overseas investment, allowing 100% foreign ownership in many sectors. Adding to its draw, the kingdom is consistently ranked as one of the best places in the GCC for expatriates to live and work.

This chapter contains a viewpoint from Mubeen Khadir, Head of Tax and Corporate Services, KPMG Bahrain.