Bahrain Financial Harbour (BFH)
Manama, Bahrain
Bahrain Financial Harbour is a commercial development and business zone focusing on financial services. The waterfront complex offers specialized infrastructure for financial institutions and serves as a gateway to GCC markets. EDB attracted record BHD 680 million (USD 1.804 billion) investments in 2024.
Quick Overview
Setup Cost Range
BHD 800 - BHD 1,000
Minimum Share Capital
BHD 20,000 for most companies
Visa Quotas
Based on business type and office requirements
Regulatory Authority
Economic Development Board (EDB)
Key Benefits
Financial Services Infrastructure
Business Center
Waterfront Location
Premium Office Space
Retail Facilities
GCC Market Access
Industry Focus
Financial Services
Banking
Investment
Insurance
Fintech
Professional Services
Allowed Company Types
Bahraini Company
Branch Office
Representative Office
Holding Company
Licensing Process
Application through EDB, Document verification, Central Bank approval for financial services, Commercial registration within 7-10 working days
Legal Framework
Bahraini Commercial Law with CBB regulations for financial services
Contact Information
Leadership
CEO/Key Spokesperson
Khalid Al Rumaihi - Chief Executive
Strategic Location
20 minutes to Bahrain International Airport
Connected to King Fahd Causeway