Every foreign worker must know what the labor laws are in Bahrain. Due to not knowing this, expatriate workers fall into many frauds and difficulties. Basically this is the section about the rules that the workers should be aware of. Answers to queries of non-residents will also be available through Pankhti. Questions can be sent to [email protected] or WhatsApp number 39203865. The information provided herein should not be construed as legal advice. A Bahraini lawyer should be consulted to get clear legal advice.
Is there a problem with not getting CPR?
?It has been six months since I came to Bahrain. I haven’t had CPR yet. When I ask the sponsor, they say that there are some problems in CPR and they can fix it later. What should I do now?
• Here CPR is required for everything but not taking it is unlikely to cause any legal problems. This is because the visa to work and live here will be stamped in your passport right from the airport. CPR is an ID here. It will contain all your information. If you do not receive a card, you should keep any documents you receive from the airport upon arrival. If there is any need, just show it. It has your CPR number. You just need a copy of your medical appointment document or a copy of your residence permit in your passport.
?Is there any rule here that experience certificate should be issued at the time of completion of work from a company? What if you don’t get it?
• There is a provision in the Labor Act that the employer must issue a service certificate if the employee requests it during the course of employment or when the employment ceases to exist. The minimum information to be shown in it is the date of commencement of employment, salary, other benefits, work experience, professional knowledge, reason for termination of employment and date of termination of employment. No fee shall be charged for issuance of service certificate. If the certificate is not issued, a complaint should be filed with the Ministry of Labor or the Labor Court.