Bahrain Tightens Consumer Protections
The King of Bahrain, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, has ratified Law No. (28) of 2026, which amends certain provisions of the Consumer Protection Law issued in 2012. The aim is to enhance consumer protection by expanding the powers of the relevant authorities and increasing penalties for violations. The amendments include the imposition of daily fines of up to 1,000 Bahraini dinars for initial violations, and up to 2,000 dinars for repeat offenders, with a maximum total fine of 20,000 dinars. Courts may also seize violating goods and tools, and publish judicial rulings. Additionally, measures have been introduced to regulate the licensing of promotional campaigns, clear contractual conditions have been set between providers and consumers, and violators are granted rights to appeal and contest decisions. The amendments come into effect starting the day after their publication in the Official Gazette.
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