Government Services in Bahrain
CPR, LMRA, and the bahrain.bh eGov portal - the resident's playbook.
Overview
Bahrain runs an integrated eGovernment portal alongside the LMRA for labour-related services.
- •CPR is the unified national ID
- •LMRA handles work visas
- •bahrain.bh consolidates most online services
Government services
LMRA Residence Permit
Issuance, renewal, and transfer of GCC residency permits.
CPR (ID Card)
The unified resident identity card across GCC states.
Bahrain Driving Licence (GDT)
Obtaining, renewing, or converting a foreign driving licence.
Vehicle Registration (Istimara)
Registering a new or transferred vehicle and renewing yearly Mulkiya/Istimara.
Family Residence Permit (NPRA)
Sponsoring a spouse, children, or parents to live with you in the GCC.
LMRA Work Permit
Issuance, transfer, and renewal of employment permits.
Document Attestation (MOFA Bahrain)
Legalising educational, marriage, and birth certificates for use in the GCC.
Fines and Overstay (GDT and NPRA)
Checking, contesting, and paying traffic, immigration, and overstay fines.
Exit and Re-Entry (NPRA)
Travel permits for residents to leave and return.
SEHATI / Health Coverage
Government health insurance enrolment and renewal.
Commercial Registration (Sijilat)
Setting up and renewing a commercial licence for a business.
Good Conduct Certificate (CID)
Obtaining a Good Conduct certificate for visa or job applications.