HeavenMiddle East
Bahrain
0%effective individual rate
No personal income tax. Zero tax on crypto gains for individuals. Regulated by the Central Bank of Bahrain with a clear licensing framework for digital asset businesses.
FATCA Partner
Yes
FATF Status
Clear
EU Blacklist
No
Dual Nationality
Not allowed
Bitizenship
Not yet
Tax Rates
Capital Gains Tax0%
Income Tax on Crypto0%
Corporate Tax46% (oil & gas only); 0% all other sectors
VAT on CryptoNo specific rules (10% general VAT)
Activity Taxes
Staking
0%
Mining
0% for individuals
DeFi
0%
NFTs
0%
Taxable Events
Crypto → Fiat
Not taxable
Crypto → Crypto
Not taxable
Holding Period
No holding period benefit
All gains tax-free for individuals
Regulation & Residency
Regulatory Body
Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB)
Residency Requirement
Various visa options available; Golden Visa for investors
Reporting Requirements
CBB licensing for VASPs required
Citizenship & Residency Path
Residency via property or business; citizenship very rare for foreigners
Notable Conditions
- →Corporate tax of 46% only applies to oil/gas sector
- →CBB provides clear licensing for digital asset businesses
- →No specific VAT or corporate tax rules for crypto yet
- →General 10% VAT applies to some services
Living & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Moderate
Banking Access
Good
Quality of Life
High
Lifestyle Scores
Safety8/10
Healthcare7/10
Institutions6/10
Business Ease7/10
Int'l Schooling7/10
Privacy6/10