Software test engineer moving from Belgium to Bahrain

Hi Mohammad,

Before I answer your questions let me iterate one thing, as you might be aware Bahrain requires an entry visa (cost 25BHD) which could be obtained on arrival depending on your passport.  I am mentioning this to highlight that you can't just walk in and look for jobs on the ground although it is possible to get a tourist visa (max for a month for most nationalities) and then look for a job.

Now to answer to your questions:
1. How is the IT market in Bahrain? In terms of job opportunities.
> My opinion (as I am also working into the same field) is that the market in Bahrain is limited and usually the openings I see (although I am not looking really) are for fresh graduates or with a few years experience.

2. Salaries?
> Salaries can vary greatly depending on skillset, experience, employer and timing. Usually larger multinational corporats pay better. I have seen salaries ranging from 600BHD (for local graduate) to 4000BHD for expatriates. I believe that the 1100BHD you mention will put you around the medium salary.

Another thing that you will need to consider is the allowances, etc that may be included in a contract as these could make a big difference.

3. Living cost?
> That is objective so I will point you to a recent topic thats answer the question you pose:

Living costs

A link to an expat guide with many useful info.

Definitive Guide to Bahrain for New Expats


Good luck

Hi,

Thanks a lot for an overview. I really appreciate it.

Could you please suggest me some good companies in IT? or consultancy companies?

Many thanks in advance.

Regards,
Mohammad Abdul Hameed

Hi,

I could not really suggest any companies but most of the big companies have a 'shop' in Bahrain or in Saudi Arabia. For contracts jobs in Bahrain you could look at Texel as in the past I have came across job posting from them for Bahrain.

Regards