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How to Apply For the New CPR Card in Bahrain?

Byإباء شحودUpdated22 December 2024 - 3:28pm

You can apply for a new CPR card in Bahrain through the following link:

Website:

https://services.bahrain.bh

How To Apply For The New CPR Card Steps

Here are the steps to apply for a new CPR card through the Kingdom of Bahrain portal:

Visit the ID Card Issuance Service page “from here“.
Click on “Use eService”.

How to Apply For the New CPR Card in Bahrain

Select “ID Card Issuance and Renewal Services”.
Click on “ID Card Issuance Services”.

How to Apply For the New CPR Card in Bahrain

Select Identity type as follows:
- Personal Number.
- Passport Number.
Enter the required information’s.
Personal number for the corresponding option.
Passport number.
Nationality for the corresponding option.
Click on “Add”.
Enter your information’s as below:
- Academic Qualification.
- Academic Specialization.
- Address.
Click on “Add Request”.
Review the entered data.
Click on “Continue“.
Enter the recipient’s details as follows:
- Personal ID number.
- Mobile phone number.
- Email address.
- Delivery method.
- Delivery address.
Click on “Continue”.
Verify the delivery information and payment costs.
Click on “Pay“.
Select the available payment method:
- E-wallet.
- ATM card.
- Credit card.
Complete the payment process.

New CPR Card Requirements

You can check the requirements for a new CPR card in the table below:

Category	Requirements
Bahraini Citizens	A valid passport. A current residential address that meets the requirements for ID card and civil record services. A recent personal photo that adheres to the specified requirements. The special needs logo will be added to the ID card for individuals registered in the Ministry of Social Development’s system. Personal photo updates are not required for seniors aged 70 and above. Individuals aged 10 and above with no registered biometric data in the civil record system must schedule an appointment and attend front offices in person. Individuals aged 70 and above, as well as those with special needs, are exempt. For applicants residing abroad for less than a year, a representative with a copy of the passport can submit the application in person. For applicants residing abroad for more than a year, a letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is required. General clearance agents or relatives submitting the application must present the applicant’s valid original passport or provide an electronic authorization. In the case of parental divorce, a custody certificate issued within six months is needed for children under 21 to confirm their address. If the certificate is unavailable (from the Court of Execution), parents can sign a custody agreement declaration. For online applications, the applicant must be in Bahrain and have an ID number. Those aged 10 and above should have pre-registered biometric data (fingerprint and signature).
GCC Nationals	A current residential address that meets the ID card and civil record services requirements. A recent personal photo that meets the specified requirements. A valid original passport. The applicant must be present in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Non-Bahraini Citizens Registered in LMRA	A valid original passport. A valid residency permit in accordance with Nationality, Passports, and Residence Affairs. The applicant must be physically present within the Kingdom of Bahrain. An ID number. A current residential address that meets the ID card and civil record services requirements. A recent personal photo that meets the specified requirements. Completion of all Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) processes and requirements. Workers and investors must register and update all necessary data in the LMRA system in advance, including employment data, residency and passport details, residential address, and biometric data (fingerprints and signature). For workers, only the sponsor or CR holder may attend the worker services front offices by appointment. Workers can complete their transactions in person at the Fast Track Office without a prior appointment. Online applications for initial ID issuance for workers are not available. For dependents: Relationship data must be registered by providing and authenticating original documents (marriage contract/birth certificate) at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs if issued outside the Kingdom of Bahrain. Dependents aged 10+ without registered biometric data (fingerprints and signature) must schedule an appointment and visit the front offices in person.
Non-Bahraini Citizens Without Registration in LMRA	A valid original passport. The applicant must be present within the Kingdom of Bahrain. A current residential address that meets the ID card and civil record services requirements. A recent personal photo that meets the specified requirements. Individuals aged 10 and above with no registered biometric data in the civil record system must schedule an appointment and attend front offices physically. For embassy workers and their dependents: A request number from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is required. For workers and dependents: To issue an ID number for the first time, present the entry visa issued by Nationality, Passports, and Residence Affairs. For workers and dependents: To renew, replace a lost or damaged ID card, or make changes, a valid residency permit by Nationality, Passports, and Residence Affairs is required. For dependents: Relationship data must be registered by providing and authenticating original documents (marriage certificate/birth certificate) through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs if issued outside the Kingdom of Bahrain. For the wife of a Bahraini citizen or the husband of a Bahraini citizen (non-GCC national): Present the original marriage contract, authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs, and Waqf, if issued outside Bahrain. For online applications: The applicant must have an ID number and a valid residency permit.
Domestic Workers (and their equivalent)	A valid original passport. A valid ID card for updating the ID card chip details. A valid residency permit in accordance with the Nationality, Passports, and Residence Affairs. Documents issued outside the Kingdom of Bahrain must be authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The applicant must be physically present within the Kingdom of Bahrain. An ID number. A recent personal photo that meets the specified requirements. Completion of all Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) processes and requirements. All required data must be registered and updated in the LMRA system in advance, including employment data, residency and passport details, residential address, and biometric data (fingerprints and signature).

New CPR Card Fees

Here are the fees required for a new CPR card in Bahrain:

Category	Fees
Bahraini Citizens	For citizens under 60 years old: 2 BD for initial issuance or renewal (if the card has less than one month until expiration) For citizens aged 60 and above: 1 BD via front offices for ID card renewal.
GCC Nationals	BD 10
Non-Bahraini Citizens Registered in LMRA	For Online request: BD 10,500 (500 fils postal fee) For Front Offices request: BD 10 For Fast Track Offices request: BD 20
Non-Bahraini Citizens Without Registration in LMRA	For Online request: BD 10,500 (500 fils postal fee) For Front Offices request: BD 10 For Fast Track Offices request: BD 20
Domestic Workers (and their equivalent)	For online request: BD 0.500 (if the fees were paid at the LMRA) BD 10.500 (if the fees were not paid at the LMRA) For Fast Track Office request: BD 10 (if the fees were paid at the LMRA BD 20 (if the fees were not paid at the LMRA) For GCC National Sponsors request: BD 0 (if the fees were paid at the LMRA) BD 10 (if the fees were not paid at the LMRA)

Questions & Answers

What documents are required to apply for the new CPR card for Bahraini citizens?

Bahraini citizens need to provide a valid passport, a current residential address that meets the ID card and civil record services requirements, a recent personal photo that meets the specified requirements, and a special needs logo if registered with the Ministry of Social Development.

Can foreign workers apply online for the new CPR card?

No, foreign workers cannot apply online for the first issuance of the CPR card. They need to apply in person at the front offices.

Can Bahraini citizens renew their CPR card online?

Yes, Bahraini citizens can renew their CPR cards online if their card is close to expiration (less than one month).

What are the fees for issuing the CPR card for Bahraini citizens?

The fee for Bahraini citizens under 60 years old is 2 BD for initial issuance or renewal. For citizens aged 60 and above, the fee is 1 BD for renewal via front offices.

Can foreign workers update their CPR card online?

No, foreign workers must visit the front offices in person to update their CPR card.

Can foreign workers renew their CPR card at the Fast Track Offices?

Yes, foreign workers can renew their CPR card at the Fast Track Offices, but additional fees apply.

What documents are required for issuing a CPR card for children?

For children under 10 years old, the documents required are a valid passport, a birth certificate, and a recent personal photo.

Can non-Bahraini citizens apply for a CPR card?

Yes, non-Bahraini citizens with legal residency in Bahrain can apply for a CPR card, provided they have a valid residency permit and registered biometric data.

What documents are required for dependents (spouse/children) to obtain a CPR card?

Dependents need to provide a marriage contract or birth certificate (authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs if issued outside Bahrain) and a valid passport.

Are there any exemptions for individuals over 70 years old regarding the CPR card?

Yes, individuals aged over 70 are exempt from updating their personal photo when renewing their CPR card.

Does the applicant need to be in Bahrain to apply for a CPR card?

Yes, the applicant must be physically present in Bahrain to apply for a CPR card.

How can I pay the fees when applying for the CPR card?

Fees can be paid online using methods such as e-wallet, ATM card, or credit card.

Can residents living abroad apply for a CPR card?

If the resident has been abroad for less than a year, a representative can submit the application with a copy of the passport. If the resident has been abroad for more than a year, a letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is required.