Bahrain extends Wages Protection System compliance deadline to Qi 2026

Bahrain's Labor Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) has extended the implementation of the mandatory advanced Wages Protection System (WPS) for all private sector employers to the first quarter of 2026. The previous timeline was February 2026. Additionally, the LMRA requires employers to appoint a Wages Responsible Person by February 1, 2026. Employers should comply with the revised timeline for WPS filing and confirm that their banking partners are registered under WPS to avoid service disruptions and potential penalties. The WPS is a regulatory framework introduced by the LMRA to ensure timely and accurate payment of wages to employees through approved financial channels.