The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) is a government body focused on promoting tourism and events in Bahrain. It works to enhance the country’s image as a top Gulf destination by developing tourism infrastructure, organizing major events, and aligning with Bahrain’s Vision 2030 to diversify the economy.
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BTEA MICE Incentive Program
The MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) Incentive Support Scheme aims to boost the MICE industry by providing financial and logistical support to event organizers. This initiative encourages the hosting of international meetings and events, promoting tourism and local economic growth.
Objectives:
- Enhance Competitiveness: Strengthen the region’s position as a leading MICE destination.
- Attract International Events: Increase the number of high-profile international meetings and conferences.
- Support Local Businesses: Generate business opportunities for local suppliers and service providers.
- Boost Economic Impact: Contribute to job creation and revenue generation in the hospitality and tourism sectors.
Explore the program’s criteria, thresholds, and benefits below.
Rewards
| Support provided | 50 to 150 pax | 151 to 400 pax | 401 to 999 pax | 1000+ pax |
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| Airport VIP access |  | |
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| Welcome beverage at arrival in hotel | | | | |
| Half day city tour | | | ||
| Giveaways | | | |
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| Visa support | | | |
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| Cultural activity in one event | | | |
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| 2 international tickets (t&c apply) | |
*Terms & Conditions applies
Venues and Hotels
Bahrain is home to a wide array of world-class business venues. In addition to the state-of-the-art Exhibition World Bahrain, there is a comprehensive range of exceptional business and meeting facilities across our hotels and resorts. Our Venue Finder contains all the information you need to discover the perfect location for your business event…
Destination management companies (DMC)
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Terms and Conditions
- This offer is available exclusively for domestic and international Corporate Meetings and Incentive Groups. The program must include a half-day meeting or training session, team-building activities, product launch, or gala dinner.
- A minimum of 15 participants is required to qualify.
- The offer applies to stays of at least 2 nights in Bahrain.
- Support will be provided post-event on a reimbursement basis, calculated according to the actual number of attendees/participants.
- The organizer must submit the final rooming list, program itinerary, and invoice to qualify for reimbursement.
- Financial support will be disbursed to Bahrain-registered suppliers upon the successful completion of the event.
- Applications may be submitted by government entities, corporations, DMCs, or Meeting Planners.
- The application form must be received no less than one month before the event.
