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Single Person Company (SPC)

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在Bahrain注册公司

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The SPC is best suited for: Solo founders and individual entrepreneurs, Freelancers and consultants wanting a corporate structure, Foreign individuals setting up a one-person operation in Bahrain, Holding vehicles for a single beneficial owner. SPCs receive the same tax treatment as WLLs: 0% corporate tax on non-oil income, 10% VAT on applicable goods and services, no withholding taxes on outbound payments. The single-person structure has no additional tax implications beyond the standard Bahrain regime.

Who this is for
  • Solo founders and individual entrepreneurs
  • Freelancers and consultants wanting a corporate structure
  • Foreign individuals setting up a one-person operation in Bahrain
  • Holding vehicles for a single beneficial owner

关键信息

最少股东人数1
最多股东人数1
最少董事人数1
最低注册资本No statutory minimum
责任Limited liability
注册时间2–3 business days
年度费用BHD 1,000 – 3,000 depending on activity

逐步注册流程

1

Reserve a company name and prepare documents

Submit your preferred name through SIJILAT and prepare the articles of establishment. An SPC requires a single founder document rather than a full MOA.

2

Submit the SIJILAT application

Upload passport copies, articles of establishment, proof of address, and activity description. Pay the registration fee.

3

Obtain the Commercial Registration

The Commercial Registration is issued once the application is approved. Register for VAT if applicable.

所需文件

  • Passport copy of the sole shareholder/director
  • Proof of residential address
  • Articles of establishment
  • SIJILAT application form
  • Registered office lease agreement
  • Power of Attorney if applying through a representative

费用概览

Cost Breakdown (USD)
年度费用
BHD 1,000 – 3,000 depending on activity
注册费用
BHD 500 – 3,000 ($1,300 – $8,000)

税务处理

SPCs receive the same tax treatment as WLLs: 0% corporate tax on non-oil income, 10% VAT on applicable goods and services, no withholding taxes on outbound payments. The single-person structure has no additional tax implications beyond the standard Bahrain regime.

优势与劣势

Advantages
  • Single shareholder allowed — no need for a second partner
  • No minimum capital requirement
  • Fastest formation option in Bahrain — as little as 2 days
  • 0% corporate tax benefit applies equally to SPCs
  • Full limited liability protection for the sole owner
Disadvantages
  • Limited to a single shareholder — cannot add partners without converting to a WLL
  • May carry less credibility with larger corporate clients compared to a WLL
  • Some banking institutions prefer WLL structures for corporate accounts
  • Cannot be used for certain regulated activities that require a WLL or BSC structure

其他企业结构 — Bahrain

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This content is educational and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Always consult a qualified professional for your specific situation. Data last verified March 2026.