A Bahrain leave request should state the requested dates, type of leave and a polite request for approval. For private-sector employees, Bahrain Labour Law provides at least 30 paid annual-leave days after one year of service; sector-specific rules can differ.
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For private-sector annual leave, the current Labour Law text provides at least 30 days of paid annual leave after one year of service, calculated at 2.5 days per month. Employers determine annual-leave timing according to work needs and the law. See the Bahrain Labour Law text.
Annual, sick and emergency leave
| Request | What to include |
|---|---|
| Annual leave | Requested dates, number of days and handover details. |
| Sick leave | First day of absence, expected return and medical certificate where required. |
| Emergency leave | Brief reason and expected duration; follow the employer's HR process. |
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How to write a leave application for a company in Bahrain
- Use a clear subject such as “Annual Leave Request”.
- Address your manager or HR department.
- State exact start and end dates.
- Ask for approval rather than assuming leave is already granted.
- Mention handover arrangements where useful.
Is annual leave 30 calendar days or working days?
The private-sector Labour Law source refers to 30 days of annual leave, with entitlement expressed through the statutory annual-leave rule. Do not mix this figure with public-service or other sector-specific schemes without checking the applicable regulation.
Official source
Bahrain Labour Law — Law No. 36 of 2012
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