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Find out moreThis Edition of Law Update, From Africa to Asia: Legal Narratives of Change and Continuity, takes you on a journey through dynamic markets.
Africa is undergoing a tech-driven transformation, overcoming regulatory challenges while its startup ecosystem thrives. India’s legal framework is evolving rapidly, keeping pace with its expanding economy and diverse business environment.
We also dive into China’s regulatory shifts, particularly how they are shaping investments in the MENA region, and explore Korea’s innovative global partnerships, which are driving advancements in industries across the UAE and beyond.
Read NowAs per the Economic Substance Rules introduced by Resolution No. (106) of 2018 (and the supporting Guidance Notes published by the Ministry of Industry and Commerce (“MOIC”)) commercial entities in Bahrain which undertake a relevant activity are required to an Economic Substance Rules Annual Return Form (“ESR Annual Return”) to the MOIC on an annual basis.
The MOIC has now confirmed that the deadline for submission of the completed 2022 ESR Annual Return is between 13 August 2023 and 13 September 2023. Failure to submit the ESR Annual Return to the MOIC by the timeframe mentioned above may result in the imposition of violations against the Commercial Registration (CR) of a company.
If any of the below activities appear on your entity’s Commercial Registration (CR), then the entity is subject to ESR requirements and must submit the ESR Annual Return:
To avoid a violation(s) being placed on the Commercial Registration (CR), your Bahrain based entity must:
As the leading law firm in the Middle East & North Africa Region and with strong corporate structuring experience across all industry sectors in the region, Al Tamimi & Company is well placed to assess the impact of the Rules on your organisation and assist you in complying with the Resolution, including working with you to determine whether your Commercial Registration (CR) is subject to ESR, complete and submit the required ESR Annual Return.
If you would like to further discuss the contents of this update, and find out what it means for your business, please contact Al Tamimi & Company in Bahrain.
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