Bahrain is a small but active online market, and very close to Saudi Arabia. We design Shopify stores for brands in Manama and across Bahrain, in Arabic and English, connect local payments and shipping, and prepare them to expand into Saudi Arabia. Everything runs online.
What a store for the Bahraini market needs
Bahraini dinars
Prices in BHD, rounded sensibly for a high-value currency.
Tax
VAT in Bahrain is 10%. Show VAT-inclusive prices or make VAT clear before checkout, and confirm your obligations with your accountant. See setting up VAT in Shopify.
Payments
- Benefit: Bahrain's main local payment network. Support depends on the gateway you choose with Shopify, so confirm it.
- Apple Pay and cards.
- Instalment options, depending on availability for your business.
Shipping
Fast local delivery within Bahrain, and proximity to Saudi Arabia makes expanding there easier later. See shipping to the GCC.
Seasons
Ramadan and both Eids, Bahrain National Day (16 December) and White Friday.
From Bahrain to Saudi Arabia
Many Bahraini brands sell to customers in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province. A Shopify store with separate markets shows Saudi riyals and sets Saudi-specific shipping from the same store. See Shopify agency for Saudi Arabia.
FAQ
Do you build stores for clients in Bahrain?
Yes, with everything handled online.
Is Benefit available on Shopify?
Through payment gateways that support it with Shopify. We confirm support with the right gateway for you.
What's the VAT rate in Bahrain?
10% at the time of writing. Confirm the details with the tax authority or your accountant.
How much does it cost?
Packages start at AED 2,000 at a fixed price. See our packages.