Bahrain’s Labour Market Regulatory Authority has announced an upgrade to an important digital service for domestic workers, as part of the Kingdom’s continuing efforts to simplify government procedures and improve the accessibility of employment-related services.

In an official announcement dated October 14, 2026, the authority confirmed improvements to its Domestic Worker Permit Information service, enabling workers to check the status and validity of their work permits electronically.

According to the LMRA, the upgraded service can be accessed through Bahrain’s MyGov application using the eKey 2.0 digital authentication system. Users are required to enter their identity card number and passport number and select their country to complete the verification process.

One of the most notable changes is the reduction of the service process to just two steps, making it easier for domestic workers to obtain the information they need without navigating unnecessary procedures.

The improvements also include a redesigned user experience, simplified electronic processes and more consistent service information across official government channels, supporting clearer and more convenient access to permit details.

Ahmed Ibrahim Al Arabi, Deputy Chief Executive for Services and Business at the LMRA, explained that the upgrade reflects the authority’s commitment to adopting digital solutions that improve service quality and operational efficiency.

He added that the changes are intended to reduce the time and effort required by service users while supporting the broader modernization of Bahrain’s labour market administration.

For domestic workers, the upgraded service provides a practical official channel to check whether a work permit is valid and review its current status, helping users obtain reliable information about their employment authorization.

The announcement concerns an improvement to an existing verification service. It does not introduce automatic work permit extensions, new residence exemptions, fee waivers or changes to the underlying employment regulations.

The LMRA also highlighted Bahrain’s wider government service development programme, noting that more than 1,300 services have been documented, translated and published, while approximately 800 have undergone improvement or process redesign.

These initiatives form part of the Kingdom’s digital transformation efforts, with feedback from service users, investors and official government evaluation channels contributing to the ongoing development of public services.

Source: Bahrain Labour Market Regulatory Authority