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Tariffs

This page provides detailed information concerning the electricity and water tariffs in the Kingdom of Bahrain, including consumption bands, billing mechanisms, and details of the subsidised tarrifs.

Electricity Tariffs

The following tables set out the electricity tariffs in Bahrain:

  •   Consumption Range (kWh) Tariffs (fils/kWh)
    First Threshold
    ​0 - 3,000 units
    ​3 fils per unit
    Second Threshold
    ​3,001 - 5,000 units
    9 fils per unit
    Third Threshold 
    5,001 - 7,000 units
    16 fils per unit
    Fourth Threshold
    ​7,000 - above
    ​32 fils per unit

    A kilowatt/hour (kWh) is a unit of energy that represents the amount of energy consumed or delivered when one kilowatt of power is used continuously for one hour.

  • Consumption Range (kWh) Tariffs (fils/kWh)
    ​0 - units and above
    ​32 fils per unit

    A kilowatt/hour (kWh) is a unit of energy that represents the amount of energy consumed or delivered when one kilowatt of power is used continuously for one hour.

  •   Consumption Range (kWh) Tariffs (fils/kWh)
    First Threshold
    ​0 - 5,000 units
    ​22 fils per unit
    Second Threshold
    ​5,000 - units and above
    ​32 fils per unit

     

Water Tariffs

The following tables set out the water tariffs in Bahrain:

  •   Consumption Range (m3) Tariffs (fils/ m3)
    First Threshold
    ​0 - 60 m3
    ​25 fils per m3
    Second Threshold
    ​61 - 100 m3
    80 fils per m3
    Third Threshold
    100 m3 - above
    ​775 fils per m3

    Cubic Meter (m³) is a unit of measurement for volume, and represents the amount of space that water occupies.

  • Consumption Range (m3) Tariffs (fils/ m3)
    ​0 - m3 and above
    ​775 fils per m3

    Cubic Meter (m³) is a unit of measurement for volume, and represents the amount of space that water occupies.

  • Consumption Range (m3) Tariffs (fils/ m3)
    ​0 - m3 and above
    ​775 fils per m3

    Cubic Meter (m³) is a unit of measurement for volume, and represents the amount of space that water occupies.

General Requirements for Eligibility of Government Tariff Subsidy:

The Kingdom of Bahrain provides electricity and water tariff subsidies to eligible Bahraini citizens for one domestic account per household. The subsidy is applied automatically to eligible accounts based on the data registered with Information & eGovernment Authority.

  • The Government Tariff Subsidy is granted upon meeting the following eligibility conditions:

    • The account owner must be a Bahraini citizen.
    • The account owner's residential address and ID card details must be registered with the Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA).
    • The account owner's residential address registered with EWA must match the address on the ID card with the IGA database, and the account owner must reside at the same address.
    • The account owner must be registered with the iGA as a "Head of Household” (details below).
    • The government subsidy is applied to one residential account only.
    • In the event of the account owner’s passing, the government subsidy will be automatically terminated through the system linked with the iGA. The heirs must open a new account in the name of an eligible heir who meets the government subsidy eligibility conditions.

    If all of the above conditions are not met, please contact the Customer Services Centre through the available channels to verify your eligibility for the government subsidy.

  • Eligibility for government subsidy depends on the account owner being registered as "Head of Household" for their primary residence, in accordance with the data and criteria approved by the iGA.

    • A Bahraini citizen is considered a "Head of Household" in the following cases: A married individual.
    • A widower or widow, provided that the primary residence is registered in their name.
    • An individual whose primary residence is registered in their name and both parents are deceased.
    • A married woman, provided that the primary residence is registered in her name, with the husband's approval and signature, and all family members are registered at her address.
    • Bahraini woman married to a non-Bahraini.
    • Divorced parent with custody of the children.
    • Divorced parent without custody of the children, who is treated as a single individual in accordance with the eligibility criteria.
    • Single individual who supports a dependent family living at the same address, with family members registered at the same address in the Identity and Population Register System.
    • Single individual aged 21 or over who is employed and is the tenant or owner of a property that is not owned by either parent.
    • Beneficiary of a housing unit (house or apartment) allocated by the Ministry of Housing.

  • Follow these three steps to ensure your Government Subsidy is automatically applied to your account.

    • Verify Your Eligibility for Government Subsidy

    Before applying for an electricity and water account, ensure you meet the eligibility requirements through Identity Card Services on the Kingdom of Bahrain's National Portal.

    • Verify Your Account Information

    When applying for an electricity and water account, ensure that your EWA account address matches the residential address registered on your ID card and that you meet all EWA requirements.

    Once your account has been activated, update your residential address and Head of Household status with the iGA if any changes occur.

    • Automatic Subsidy Activation

    Once your residential address and Head of Household status has been updated with the iGA, your government subsidy will be automatically applied to your account. No further action is required.

    The government subsidy will be reflected in your next bill. You can also verify your subsidy status through the EWA Services Portal.

  • A Bahraini citizen will automatically receive the Government Subsidy on their primary residence account, provided that all eligibility requirements are met.

    You can also verify your eligibility for Government Subsidy through one of the following channels:

    • View your Government Subsidy by entering your ID card number and Electricity & Water account number through the designated eService.
    • Contact the Call Centre on 17515555.

Content last updated : 02 August 2026