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Bahrain EDB

Bahrain Economic Development Board.

What
Investment incentives, fast registration and a startup visa.
Who
International companies entering Bahrain.
Cost
No equity — service or permission
Status
Active

bahrainedb.com · How we check ↗

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In detail

Bahrain EDB is an investment promotion in Bahrain. Bahrain Economic Development Board. Primary FDI gateway. 100% foreign ownership in most non-oil sectors (site wording) and ease of doing business with minimum hurdles.

Amount
Investment incentives + regulatory support
Terms
No equity
Eligibility
International companies entering Bahrain
Sectors
FinTech, ICT, Logistics, Tourism, Financial Services
Benefits
100% foreign ownership
Status
Active

What the source says

“100% foreign ownership in most of our thriving sectors.”

bahrainedb.com · seen September 2026

“The economy of Bahrain is the most diversified in the region, with particular strengths in financial services, technology sectors and related industries.”

bahrainedb.com · seen September 2026

“The purpose of the Economic Development Board is to guide each new or expanding company, small or large, through every step of the investment journey.”

bahrainedb.com · seen September 2026

“Bahrain EDB can help you benefit from our business infrastructure, find a location for your business, discover talent, navigate any legal requirements and more.”

bahrainedb.com · seen September 2026

Closing soon on the map

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Sources

Primary source · bahrainedb.com · LinkedIn · linkedin.com/company/bahrainedb