The Information & eGovernment Authority (IGA), in partnership with Beyon Connect, has launched the Bulk Know Your Customer (KYC) Service, marking a major step forward in Bahrain’s digital financial transformation and data verification ecosystem.
The new capability allows regulated financial institutions to submit large volumes of customer data directly for verification against Bahrain’s Central Population Registry (CRS). This ensures compliance with Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) regulations while reducing identity fraud risks and eliminating outdated or incomplete records.
For citizens and residents, the system removes the need to manually update KYC information, streamlining the process for both banks and customers. The service is secured by a zero-trust framework built on eKey 2.0, featuring mandatory biometric authentication, national-grade encryption, and comprehensive audit trails.
“This initiative reflects our commitment to enabling Bahrain’s financial sector with trusted, future-ready digital services,” said Mohammed Ali Al Qaed, Chief Executive of the IGA. “It gives institutions the confidence to address legacy data challenges within a secure, government-backed framework.”
Shaikh Mohamed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, CEO of Beyon Digital Growth, added, “The Bulk KYC Service strengthens the integrity of Bahrain’s financial system by equipping institutions with the tools to enhance trust, security, and regulatory compliance.”
The service supports the Kingdom’s eKey 2.0 and eKey for Business (eKey-B) initiatives, positioning Bahrain as a regional leader in digital identity, trust, and compliance infrastructure. Licensed financial institutions with an active eKey-B agreement can now securely upload customer data for validation via a self-service portal.
Beyon Connect will oversee the onboarding process, offering documentation, technical guidance, and support ahead of the mid-October 2025 go-live.
