Overview
The Bahrain Pillar Two GIR Form is a jurisdiction-specific tax form used to report Bahrain’s GloBE Information Return as part of Pillar Two compliance. It captures all required GloBE income, covered taxes, ETR data, and QDMTT computations in line with Bahrain’s legislative implementation. This template aligns fully with Bahrain’s Pillar Two rules and the OECD Global Minimum Tax (GloBE) framework.
What's Included
- Forms Library
Bahrain’s Pillar Two filing requirements continue to develop as the jurisdiction implements its GloBE framework. Orbitax publishes all Bahrain-specific GIR forms promptly after local authorities release or revise them, so your team always has the correct version available without searching across multiple portals.
- Fillable Forms
Bahrain GIR Forms within the Orbitax library are ready to use and can be automatically populated with data from the Orbitax Global Minimum Tax Pillar Two solution, significantly reducing manual entry and supporting accurate, timely filings.
- Certified Translations
Orbitax Pillar Two tax form include built-in certified translations to support multilingual tax filings. Teams can review and complete the Bahrain GIR Form in their preferred language, reducing the potential for errors that can arise from working across different languages.
- Validation and Review
Prior to submission, Orbitax applies automatic validation and review tools to the Bahrain GIR Form to confirm completeness and identify any potential errors, so teams can file with confidence.
- Filing and Transmission
Where Bahrain supports e-filing, completed forms can be submitted directly to the relevant portals from within the Orbitax platform. Where direct electronic submission is not yet available, official export formats such as XML are provided and all submission activities are centralized.
- Collaboration
Orbitax’s built-in collaboration tools allow tax teams in Bahrain and across the globe to work together on the GIR Form in real time. Tasks can be assigned, missing data requested, and filing progress tracked without the need for separate communication channels.
How It Works
Entity Data Consolidation
Upload group- or entity-level data to create a single source of truth inside the platform.
Form Selection
the form you want to work with, assign a form title, select the reporting entity, and set the UPE currency — automatically populated from your uploaded entity data.
Instruction Language
Access form-filling instructions for the Bahrain GIR Form directly within the platform, available in both Arabic and English where provided.
Data Input and Workflow Automation
Complete required fields manually or use data-collection workflows to invite stakeholders (e.g., preparers, reviewers, managers) via email. Users with an active GMT license can pull relevant data directly from GMT scenarios which are auto mapped to relevant fields.
Validations
Leverage built-in field-level validation checks to ensure accuracy, then generate or export the completed GIR in the required formats (PDF, XML).
Transmissions
Direct transmission of XML and PDF filings to tax authority portals.
Compliance Coverage
Supports OECD Pillar Two / GloBE compliance under Bahrain’s GIR legislation.
Aligned with Bahrain’s local GIR implementation rules and guidance.
Bahrain GIR Pillar Two Tax Form is applicable for fiscal years from 2024 onwards.
Helps prepare GIR disclosures for in-scope multinational groups operating in Bahrain.
Designed to support transitional and safe harbour rules, where applicable.
Benefits of Bahrain Pillar Two GloBE Information Return (GIR) Form
Ensure accurate and compliant GIR reporting aligned with Bahrain’s Pillar Two filing requirements
Reduce manual data handling and minimise errors in Bahrain’s GIR submission
Keep filings aligned with both OECD GloBE rules and Bahrain’s local legislation
Simplify coordination between global and local teams for Pillar Two compliance
Version History
| Jurisdiction | Form Type | Filing Level | Filing Method | Effective Date | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bahrain | GloBE Information Return (GIR) | N/A | E-Filing (NBR Portal, National Bureau for Revenue) | 01/01/2025 | 06/30/2027 |
FAQs
Does the Bahrain GIR Form accommodate Arabic language requirements?
Yes. The Orbitax platform provides form-filling instructions and certified translations in Arabic where available, allowing Bahrain-based teams to complete the GIR Form in their primary working language and reducing the risk of misinterpretation during the filing process.
Is Orbitax able to automatically populate Pillar Two calculation data for the forms?
Users with a Global Minimum Tax (GMT) licence can pull relevant data directly from their Pillar Two calculations, which are automatically mapped to the appropriate form fields.
Which data points are required to complete this form?
The form captures all required information including GloBE income, covered taxes, effective tax rate (ETR) calculations, and QDMTT top-up tax computations, in accordance with Bahrain’s legislative rules.