Element Allowances for Bahrain

Earning allowances are the elements for which Bahrain localization has predefined specific calculation rules.

The calculation rules for the below allowances are generated when creating the element using the related template. Implementation teams need to select the appropriate secondary classification when generating a new allowance element. Implementation teams can also setup grade rates and calculation value definitions.

Social Allowance

The social allowance can be a flat amount, a percentage of earnings, or a grade rate defined as value by criteria. The social allowance calculation depends on the person's marital status. This allowance is paid to GCC citizens only. A rule to limit social allowance is applied for Bahrain Government sector employees in Social Insurance Calculation.

Note: Attach a Gratuity Salary formula in the employer gratuity PSU level calculation card, if not already attached. The value returned by this formula is used to take the base monthly salary for this allowance.

Cost of Living Allowance

The cost of living allowance can be a flat amount, a percentage of earnings, or a grade rate defined as value by criteria. The cost of living allowance calculation depends on the person's marital status. This allowance is paid to GCC citizens only.

Housing Allowance

The housing allowance amount can be a flat amount, a percentage of earnings, or a grade rate defined as value by criteria. The housing allowance calculation depends on the person's marital status.

Transport Allowance

The transport allowance amount can be a flat amount, a percentage of earnings, or a grade rate defined as value by criteria.

Phone Allowance

The phone allowance amount can be a flat amount or a grade rate defined as value by criteria.

Supervision Allowance

The supervision allowance amount can be a flat amount or a grade rate defined as value by criteria.

Shift Allowance

The shift allowance amount can be a flat amount or a grade rate defined as value by criteria.

Nature of Work Allowance

The Nature of Work allowance amount can be a flat amount or a grade rate defined as value by criteria.

Subsistence Allowance

The Subsistence allowance amount can be a flat amount or a grade rate defined as value by criteria. The subsistence allowance calculation depends on the person's marital status. This allowance is paid to GCC citizens only