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With the aim of attracting exceptionally talented individuals and investment into Bahrain and in line with strategic efforts to enhance national competitiveness and support development across various economic, investment, and service sectors, Bahrain yesterday launched a website (www.goldenresidency.gov.bh) and a hotline (+973 17484000) dedicated to providing information on its Golden Residency Programme.
The new services work towards providing a point of reference for interested applicants and beneficiaries.
Since the programme was first launched in 2022 as part of the Economic Recovery Plan, the Nationality, Passports, and Residence Affairs has granted permanent residency to investors, expats owning real estate, artists, athletes, talented professionals, and long-serving employees alongside their dependents.
Sustainable Development Minister and Bahrain Economic Development Board chief executive Noor Al Khulaif said: “With its strategic location and its business-supportive ecosystem, Bahrain has always been a hub for both global talent and investment. The Golden Residency Programme reaffirms our commitment to fostering a dynamic and welcoming environment where individuals and businesses can thrive and become part of Bahrain’s growth plans.
“Bahrain is committed to consistently providing streamlined and advanced services to its citizens, residents, and visitors.”
“The website and hotline going live enable us to provide comprehensive information on the programme, which will support in attracting talent and investment, thereby positioning the kingdom as one of the region’s tourism destinations of choice,” added Ms Al Khulaif.
Bahrain has cemented itself as the destination of choice for global professionals and investors. With its welcoming community and high quality of life, it offers an attractive home for all. Residents enjoy a cosmopolitan lifestyle that blends modern island living with rich cultural heritage. As a regional business hub, Bahrain offers 100 per cent foreign ownership in most sectors, a competitive taxation system, and a highly skilled bilingual workforce.
Positioned at the heart of the Arabian Gulf, residents will experience strategic access to key markets and a business-friendly regulatory environment that fosters innovation and investment.
Shaikh Hisham bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa, Under-secretary of the Ministry of Interior for Nationality, Passports, and Residence Affairs, said: “Through the Golden Residency Programme, we aim to attract global talent and investors to contribute to Bahrain’s development plans. The programme represents a qualitative leap towards enhancing the efficiency of services provided to residents of Bahrain, which will enhance the kingdom’s international standing as a leading business and lifestyle destination.”
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