Crackdown On Illegal Labour In Bahrain Leads To 242 Deportations
According to the LMRA, the inspections uncovered a range of legal breaches related to the Labour Market Regulatory Law and Bahrain's Residency Law. Appropriate legal action has been initiated against those found in violation.
A total of 1,146 inspections were carried out at various commercial establishments across all four governorates, supplemented by 21 joint campaigns. These included one in the Capital Governorate, seven in Muharraq, three in the Northern Governorate, and ten in the Southern Governorate.
The coordinated efforts were conducted in collaboration with several government entities, including the Ministry of Interior—represented by the Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), the relevant police directorates, and the Coast Guard—as well as the Ministry of Industry and Commerce and the Social Insurance Organization.
The LMRA reiterated its commitment to ongoing collaboration with government bodies to intensify inspections across the Kingdom, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding the stability, competitiveness, and legal integrity of the labour market. The authority stressed that such enforcement actions are crucial to preserving Bahrain's economic and social security.
The LMRA also renewed its call for public cooperation in reporting illegal labour practices. Citizens and residents are encouraged to report violations through the online form available at www.lmra.gov.bh, by calling the LMRA call centre at 17506055, or by using the government's Tawasul platform for suggestions and complaints.
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