A guide to establishing and renewing commercial records through Sijelat
Service details and information
Documents and papers required to apply via the platforms
To complete the transaction successfully via the specified official electronic platforms, please prepare and prepare the following documents and supporting papers:
- The smart card for all partners and details of the proposed financial shares for the project.
- Format of the trade name proposal for which the activity is requested to be reserved (certified and non-repeated).
- The commercial lease contract for the site is documented and approved by the municipality and electricity company in Bahrain.
- Initial feasibility study for large industrial or service activities in the country.
Self-submission steps and procedures
We explain to you the application and review steps officially followed to implement the transaction through government platforms and systems:
Step No. 1
Register and log into the electronic records system using a smart card and electronic key.
Step 2
Choose the service of establishing a new commercial register and specify the type of activity, partners and company type.
Step 3
Obtaining approvals from government agencies and ministries related to the chosen activity.
Step No. 4
Pay the fees for issuing the unified commercial register and print and activate the commercial registration certificate.
Expert Advice: Exemptions and Exceptions
Small enterprises or entrepreneurs are exempt from some fees according to the government decisions currently in effect.
Emergency alternatives (manual procedure)
In the event that the electronic portal malfunctions or there are technical issues, you must book an appointment and visit the Ministry’s branches to complete the procedure manually.
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