In a significant move to enhance Bahrain’s digital financial infrastructure, the Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA), in partnership with Beyon Connect, has officially launched the Bulk Know Your Customer (KYC) Service. This initiative is designed to automate and secure customer data verification for financial institutions, reinforcing the integrity and efficiency of the Kingdom’s financial sector.
Automating Compliance and Reducing Fraud
The new service empowers regulated financial institutions to submit large batches of customer records for direct verification against Bahrain’s Central Population Registry (CRS). This automation allows banks and financial service providers to efficiently correct outdated or incomplete customer data at scale, significantly reducing the risks associated with identity fraud. By streamlining this process, the Bulk KYC service helps institutions maintain compliance with the stringent requirements set by the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) while simplifying the KYC experience for citizens and residents.
Mohammed Ali Al Qaed, Chief Executive of the iGA, stated, “This initiative reflects our commitment to empowering Bahrain’s financial sector with trusted, future-ready digital services. It provides institutions with the confidence to tackle legacy data challenges within a secure, government-backed framework.”
A Zero-Trust Security Framework
The service is built on a foundation of robust security, leveraging Bahrain’s advanced eKey 2.0 and eKey for Business (eKey-B) digital identity frameworks. Operating on a zero-trust architecture, the system ensures that every transaction is fully authenticated, encrypted, and monitored. Financial institutions retain full control over decryption keys and access logs, guaranteeing transparency and accountability. The platform is also fully compliant with Bahrain’s Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL), employing national-grade encryption and biometric authentication to safeguard user privacy.
Shaikh Mohamed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, CEO of Beyon Digital Growth, commented, “The Bulk KYC Service is about more than technology — it’s about safeguarding the integrity of Bahrain’s financial system. It enables institutions to eliminate outdated records, enhance trust, and meet national regulatory expectations.”
Streamlining Access for Financial Institutions
Eligible financial institutions with an active eKey-B agreement can now access the service through a secure self-service portal to upload, validate, and retrieve customer data. Beyon Connect is providing comprehensive technical onboarding and guidance to ensure a smooth transition for all participating institutions. The Bulk KYC Service is scheduled to go live in mid-October 2025.
About The Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA)
The Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA) of the Kingdom of Bahrain is the government entity responsible for implementing national eGovernment strategies and policies. It focuses on improving the efficiency of government services, advancing digital transformation, and managing the Kingdom’s central population registry and identity card systems.
About Beyon Connect
Beyon Connect is a digital transformation solutions provider and a subsidiary of Beyon. The company is focused on delivering innovative technologies and services across the MENA region, specializing in digital identity, open banking, cloud solutions, and advanced digital communication platforms for both public and private sectors.
Source: MEA Tech Watch
