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Bahrain Tax Tables 2021 - Tax Rates and Thresholds in Bahrain

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This page contains the tax table information used for the calculation of tax and payroll deductions in Bahrain in 2021. These tax tables are used for the tax and payroll calculators published on iCalculator™ BH, these tools are provided for your free use on our website. If you would like additional tax table information added to the tax calculators for Bahrain or would like to add to or suggest amendments to the information herein then please contact us.

Bahrain Personal Income Tax Tables in 2021

The Income tax rates and personal allowances in Bahrain are updated annually with new tax tables published for Resident and Non-resident taxpayers. The Tax tables below include the tax rates, thresholds and allowances included in the Bahrain Tax Calculator 2021.

Bahrain Residents Income Tax Tables in 2021
Personal Income Tax Rates and Thresholds (Annual)
Tax RateTaxable Income Threshold
0%Flat rate on all taxable income
Bahrain Non-residents Income Tax Tables in 2021
Personal Income Tax Rates and Thresholds (Annual)
Tax RateTaxable Income Threshold
0%Flat rate on all taxable income

Bahrain Social Security Rates in 2021

In Bahrain, the social security system is designed to provide various benefits to employees and their families, and it involves contributions from both employers and employees. This system is integral to Bahrain's labor law, ensuring that workers are supported in different aspects of social welfare.

Bahrain Social Security in 2021: Rates for Employers and Employees
Social security categoryEmployeeEmployerTotal
General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI)7%12%19%
Bahrain Social Security in 2021: Earnings Thresholds for Employers and Employees
Social security categoryEmployeeEmployer
Min.Max.Min.Max.
General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI)n/a$ 48,000.00n/an/a

Types of Contributions:

  • General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI): This is a key component of Bahrain's social security system. Contributions to GOSI fund several types of benefits:
    • Pension Benefits: Provides retirement, disability, and survivor pensions for employees.
    • Unemployment Insurance: Offers financial support during periods of involuntary unemployment.
    • Occupational Hazards: Covers medical treatment, disability pensions, and compensation for work-related injuries and diseases.

Employer and Employee Contributions:

  • Employers and employees both contribute to GOSI, with different rates for Bahraini nationals and expatriates. These contributions ensure the provision of the aforementioned benefits.

The contributions made by employers and employees in Bahrain play a crucial role in providing a safety net for workers, offering protection against various risks associated with employment and old age.

For more information on the specifics of social security and payroll deductions in Bahrain, including how each contribution is allocated and utilized, you may want to consult official sources or financial experts in Bahrain.

Bahrain VAT Rates in 2021

VAT rates for Bahrain are reviewed annually, you can use the VAT Calculator to calculate VAT due in Bahrain or use the Reverse VAT Calculator to calculate the net cost of goods/services after deducting VAT.

Bahrain VAT Rates
VAT RateVAT Description
0%Exempt
0%Zero Rated
5%Standard Rate

Historic Tax Tables supported for Bahrain

The following tax tables are supported by iCalculator™ BH as part of the suite of free tax tools we provide for Bahrain.