Bahrain's Personal Data Protection Law — what every business needs to know.
The Personal Data Protection Law (Law No. 30 of 2018) is Bahrain's comprehensive data privacy legislation. It applies to all organizations processing personal data within Bahrain, with significant implications for tax data handling, employee records, and client information.
Lawful basis required for processing. Consent must be explicit and informed.
Access, correction, deletion, portability, and objection rights.
Restrictions on transferring data outside Bahrain without adequate safeguards.
Tax records must be retained for 5 years under VAT law, but PDPL requires deletion when no longer needed. The tax obligation provides legal basis for retention.
AEOI reporting involves transferring personal data internationally. The legal obligation under Bahrain law provides lawful basis under PDPL.
GOSI contributions, WPS data, and payroll information must be handled in compliance with both PDPL and employment law requirements.
Using cloud-based accounting software may involve cross-border data transfers. Ensure your provider has adequate data protection measures in place.
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