Service Directory
Change of Occupation for Golden/ Platinum Visa Holders
Through this service, employers can apply to change the occupation the of Golden/ Platinum visa holders and keep their golden/ platinum visa at the same time.
Service Conditions
- For occupations that require specialization (medical occupations, educational occupations, and engineers), the applicant must submit the approval from the concerned entity.
- The work permit must be valid.
Required Attachments
Employment contract (Provided that it contains Arabic language)
- Original
Approval from the concerned entity for specialized occupations (Medical occupations, educational occupations and engineers)
- Original
Fees
- BHD 10 (Change of occupation fee will be added to the establishment’s monthly invoice). : Service Fee:
Process Time
- 3 working days. : -
Service Provider
Labour Market Regulatory Authority
Service Processes
- Download Permit/ Service Application Form PDF (1.39 MB) and fill in the required information.
- Submit the application form at the Client's Services counters.
- Once the application is submitted, it will be transferred for verification.
- You can check the application status (whether it has been approved or rejected) by: Calling LMRA's call centre on +973 17506055.
- If the application is approved, the change of occupation fees will be added to the establishment’s monthly invoice which can be paid via the Expat Management System (EMS) or by visiting one of the accredited banks.
