LMRA Bahrain Temporary Ceiling Increase for Expatriate Employers 2026 — Full Guide

Expatriate (non-GCC, non-Bahraini) residents in Bahrain who need an additional domestic worker but whose income doesn't meet the standard LMRA threshold can apply for a Temporary Domestic Employee Ceiling Increase. This guide covers eligibility, required documents, and the full application process for 2026.

📋 Who Can Apply?

• ✅ Expatriate residents legally living in Bahrain
• ✅ Employer or their first-degree relative (with power of attorney)
• ✅ Through an authorized clearance office or employment office
• ✅ Through electronic authorization

📋 Service Conditions

• Income must not meet the standard threshold for an additional domestic permit
• Employer and family must be resident in Bahrain
• Employer must pledge: domestic worker will remain in Bahrain only
• Employer must pledge: worker will transfer or depart by a set date

📋 Required Documents

🌐 Online Application

1. Salary certificate + 3 months bank statements
2. ID cards for all family members or family card
3. Proof of employer identity (2 documents, signed within 30 days) — if applying via recruitment offices
4. Employer's pledge to employ domestic worker within Bahrain only

🏢 Walk-In Application

1. Ceiling Increase Request for Domestic Workers Form (original)
2. All online documents listed above
3. Employer ID card
4. Authorized person ID (if applying through a representative)

🔄 How to Apply

📍 LMRA Branches

❓ Frequently Asked Questions