Required Driver in Hidd

As per the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA), the minimum recruitable salary for light vehicle drivers is BHD 265 per month as of January 2026. This salary threshold is required for work permit approval under occupational group 4. Heavy vehicle drivers require BHD 325 per month.

As per the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA), foreign drivers need employer sponsorship, a minimum salary of BHD 265, valid passport, attested driving license, medical fitness certificate, and police clearance. Permits are issued for 2 years at a fee of BHD 200 and processed in 5 working days. Renewal requires proof of continued employment.

As per the Ministry of Labour and Social Development (MLSD), candidates must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid driving license equivalent to Bahrain Group 3 or 4, and have 2 years of driving experience. No high school diploma is required, but basic Arabic/English literacy is mandatory. A medical fitness test costing BHD 30 is compulsory.

As per the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA), employers submit Article 75 application online with passport copy, CV, driving license, medical report, and experience certificate. The process takes 3-7 working days and costs BHD 200. Job seekers must register on the LMRA Expat Management System first.