Bahrain: Implementation of the Optional Insurance System for Domestic Workers

Title Bahrain: Implementation of the Optional Insurance System for Domestic Workers
Date of conclusion 04/08/2021
Entry into force Following the date of its issuance.
Text version(s) English
Source Labor Market Regulatory Authority, Optional Insurance System for Domestic Workers
Bahrain (04 Aug 2021) – Accessed: 09 Jun 2023.
Keywords Bahrain; Laws & Regulations; Policy; Labour

Abstract
The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) has collaborated with the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) and the Bahrain Insurance Association (BIA) to introduce the Optional Insurance System for Domestic Workers starting from 4 August 2021. This system is designed to provide insurance coverage for domestic expatriate workers and safeguard the interests of both employers and employees in the event of any unforeseen incidents. The objective is to ensure adequate protection and support for domestic workers and their employers by offering optional insurance coverage. This initiative aims to enhance the overall welfare and security of domestic workers in Bahrain.