Labour Market Regulatory Authority
Work Approval for Dependants
Through this service, employers can attain work approval for dependants (without the need to cancel their current residency permit under the primary worker).
Process Description
- Download and fill out the Work Approval for Dependants PDF (1.13 MB) form.
- Submit the application form along with the required documents at the Clients Services Desk at LMRA, first floor. You will be informed once the application is approved or rejected.
Required Documents
| Required Document | Special Consideration |
|---|---|
| Work Approval for Dependants PDF (1.13 MB) | Original |
| Dependant’s ID card or passport | Copy |
| Employment contract | Copy |
| Professionals certificates | Copy |
| Approval from the concerned ministry or committee or Central Bank of Bahrain, etc.) if the occupation needs specialisation | Original |
Special Conditions
- For occupations that require specialisation (doctors, teachers, engineers, insurance, Banking Sector), the applicant must submit the approval from the concerned ministry or committee or Central Bank of Bahrain, etc...
- Dependant’s ID card will not be changed and Dependant’s Residence Permit will not be changed.
Service Access
| Service Counter | Headquarters, Mina Salman, Seef Mall - Al Muharraq |
| Contact Centre | +973 17506055 |
Working Hours
| Centre | Area | Day | Service Counter Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| LMRA Front Offices | Manama | Sunday - Thursday | 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Mina Salman (For Clearing offices) | Mina Salman | Sunday - Thursday | 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Seef Mall - Al Muharraq | Al Muharraq | Saturday - Thursday | 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
Phone Service Hours: 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Downloads
Work Approval for Dependants PDF (1.13 MB)Last Update: Wednesday 21 September 2022