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WLL (With Limited Liability)
A WLL has two or more shareholders, and each shareholder's liability is limited to their share. It suits partners starting a new business together.
SPC (Single Person Company)
An SPC has one owner — a person or a company — with limited liability. It suits solo founders and parent companies wanting a fully owned Bahrain subsidiary.
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Branch of a foreign company
A branch is an extension of an existing overseas company, not a separate legal entity. The parent is responsible for the branch, and parent documents must be attested.
Quick guide
- Several partners → WLL
- One owner → SPC
- Existing overseas company wanting the same brand and liability → Branch
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