Last Change:

05/09/2025

Constitution of the Kingdom of Bahrain

Year: 2002

Type: Domestic law

Rights Category: Asylum, Education, Freedom of movement, Health, Housing, land & property, Liberty & security of person, Nationality & facilitated naturalization, Social protection, Work & Workplace rights, Family life, Documentation

Link to external source: https://www.constituteproject.org/constitution/Bahrain_2017.pdf?lang=en
Description

The Constitution that was amended in 2017 establishes the legal framework for citizenship and nationality, detailing conditions for acquisition and loss. Fundamental human rights are articulated, addressing issues of equality, discrimination, and prohibitions against torture and inhumane treatment. The political and administrative structure is defined, including the separation of powers and the judiciary's role. 

Selected provisions
The Constitution - Generic

The Constitution - Generic