Doing Business with 
Bahrain

Help available for you

Support from the Economic Development Board Bahrain (EDB Bahrain)

Whether it is key industry assessments, advisory on processes and requirements, or insight into where to establish new global headquarters, EDB Bahrain is here to make things easier.

If you are setting up a new business, opening a branch or expanding your global presence, EDB Bahrain can help facilitate the process and advise on costs, infrastructure, workforce requirements, regulatory, legal and tax issues.

With worldwide offices and a dedicated team, EDB Bahrain is ready to help you
make the right decision for your investment or business.

Contact EDB Bahrain at: https://bahrainedb.com/setting-up-a-business/how-we-can-help/ for further information.

[Source – EDB Bahrain]

 

Support from the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BCCI)

The BCCI is considered one of the leading Chambers of Commerce and Industry in the region. It has kept pace with economic development in Bahrain since its inception and represents and supports the private sector as the engine of economic growth.

The Chamber enhances the importance of the role played by the private commercial and industrial sector in Bahrain’s development. Since its launch, the Chamber has contributed to the welfare and prosperity of society through the development and support of its commercial and economic events, as well as providing various services and broadening their scope to keep up with the aims of economic development in Bahrain.

Contact the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce & Industry at: https://www.bcci.bh/en for further information.

[Source – BCCI]

 

Support from the UK Department for International Trade (DIT)

The UK Department for International Trade (DIT) provides tailored support packages for companies who are:

• first time exporters (FTEs)

• small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)

• medium-sized businesses (MSBs)
  
  

'GREAT' has tailored support and advice for UK businesses on how to start exporting or increase the amount of goods and services they sell overseas.

You can:

• read guidance for new, occasional and frequent exporters

• find out about services offered by 'GREAT' partners

• use the selling online overseas tool at: https://www.great.gov.uk/selling-online-overseas/ to find the best marketplaces to showcase your products online – you can take advantage of special deals negotiated by the government for UK businesses, and find out more about the UK Government’s E-Exporting Programme, at: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/e-exporting

• apply at: https://www.great.gov.uk/export-opportunities/ for overseas export opportunities for your products or services

• create a business profile at: https://www.great.gov.uk/find-a-buyer/, which will allow you to promote your products and services to international buyers

• search for events, trade fairs, missions and webinars relevant to your sector or overseas markets, at: https://www.events.great.gov.uk/ehome/index.php?eventid=200183029&

• see upcoming DIT international ministerial visits, at: https://www.events.great.gov.uk/ehome/index.php?eventid=200183333&

• apply for a tradeshow access grant at: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/tradeshow-access-programme to attend an overseas event

• contact a trade adviser in your area, at: https://www.great.gov.uk/contact/office-finder/
  
  

Getting local market help to sell overseas

DIT has trade specialists who can help you commission services from local experts overseas. This includes:

• country and sector advice

• local market research

• support during overseas visits

• identification of possible business partners

• preparation for exhibitions and events

To find out more about commissioning any of these services, contact a DIT Trade Adviser in your region at: https://www.great.gov.uk/contact/triage/location/ for a free consultation, or see further details at: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-international-trade/about-our-services.

If you already trade internationally, and have decided Bahrain is part of your business strategy, you are advised to contact DIT at the British Embassy Manama prior to your visit to discuss your objectives and what help you may need. See: https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/department-for-international-trade-bahrain#contact-us.

In-market support

They can provide a range of Bahrain-specific services for you, including the provision of market information, validated lists of agents/potential partners, key market players or potential customers; establishing interest from such contacts; and arranging in-market appointments. In addition, they can also organise events for you to meet contacts in Bahrain, or to promote your company and your products/services.

For further information about DIT services, see: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-international-trade/about-our-services. 

[Source – DIT, gov.uk]

 

Support from the Institute of Export & International Trade (IOE&IT)

Raising the profile of international trade qualifications and experienced members is only part of how IOE&IT membership is essential for any individual or business involved with global trade.

Importantly, the IOE&IT also offer access to a unique range of benefits and services specific to international trade: 

• Help with any export issues you come across. Our team of experts can help with questions on documentation, export controls, the UK Bribery Act, customs and VAT procedures, regulatory and compliance issues, insurance issues, payment terms, transport and logistics. Members get free access to our experts via a technical helpline. See: https://www.export.org.uk/page/Export_Helpline

• A voice for your ideas and concerns. We represent your point of view and feed back to government, HMRC and other influencing bodies on issues that impact you, plus participate in Institute responses to central government with regard to proposed legislative changes

• A complete range of international trade qualifications – for those that have no experience, up to those who wish to qualify themselves to take a business degree. The Institute's qualifications are widely recognised as providing both employers and employees with the necessary international business practice linked to satisfying career planning and development. See: https://www.export.org.uk/page/qualifications

• A range of short courses giving you the skills and expertise you need to gain a competitive advantage in the challenging and complex world of export, import and international trade. See: https://www.export.org.uk/page/TrainingCourses

• An extensive events programme to help you share information and connect at every level in the international trade community, whether it is sector-specific or regional. See: https://www.export.org.uk/events/event_list.asp

• Inclusion in surveys to research the attitudes and changes to world trade

For more information on how the IOE&IT can help you, or on becoming a member, contact the IOE&IT at: https://www.export.org.uk/page/about.

Open to Export

Open to Export is the IOE&IT’s free online advice service for UK companies looking to grow internationally. It offers free information and support on anything to do with exporting and hosts online discussions via its forum, webinars and social media, where businesses can ask any export question and learn from each other.

Open to Export can be accessed at: http://opentoexport.com/.

[Source – Institute of Export & International Trade]

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