Welcome
to the Central Bank of Bahrain
The Central Bank of Bahrain ('CBB') is a public corporate entity established by the Central Bank of Bahrain and Financial Institutions Law 2006. It was created on 6th September 2006.
The CBB is responsible for maintaining monetary and financial stability in the Kingdom of Bahrain. It is also the single integrated regulator of Bahrain's financial industry.
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News & Announcements
Manama, Bahrain – 23rd April 2026 – The Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) announces that the monthly issue of the short-term Islamic Ijara Murabaha Sukuk, […]
Manama, Bahrain – 20th April 2026 – This week’s BD 70 million issue of Government Treasury Bills has been oversubscribed by 141%. The bills, carrying […]
Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain – 14 April 2026 – The Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) has issued directives to all retail banks and financing companies […]
CBB’s Currency Museum
Sun-Thu from 9:00 to 14:00
The Central Bank of Bahrain’s museum opened in 16 February 1999 and showcases some of the rarest coins in the region. Admission is free.