LAHORE – Pakistani citizens planning to work in Bahrain must obtain a work visa protector from the Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment to ensure legal protection in the host country.
The visa protector offers several benefits to holders, including comprehensive legal protection and full assistance from the Pakistani mission in the country of employment. Legal support can be accessed through the Community Welfare Attaché at the Pakistan Embassy in Saudi Arabia. Additionally, the protector includes life insurance coverage of up to Rs1 million.
Protector Fee for Bahrain Work Visa
There are two fee structures for the visa protector, depending on how the job was secured – through an Overseas Employment Promoter or directly.
As of December 2024, the protector fee for applicants who have secured employment through an Overseas Employment Promoter is Rs22,200, according to the official website. An additional Rs6,000 is charged for processing cases.
For those who have obtained direct employment in Bahrain, the total protector fee is Rs9,200. This fee includes Rs4,000 for the OPF fund, Rs2,500 for the insurance premium, Rs2,500 for the registration fee, and Rs200 for the OEC fee.
