Living in Kuwait
Middle East — Expat guide for moving and living abroad
Country overview
Capital
Kuwait City
Currency
KWD
Continent
Middle East
Advertisement
Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Kuwait.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Kuwait
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | Visa Free | — |
| Saudi Arabia | Visa Free | — |
| Qatar | Visa Free | — |
| Bahrain | Visa Free | — |
| Oman | Visa Free | — |
| Israel | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| Taiwan | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| Andorra | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| Dominican Republic | Visa Required | — |
| Sri Lanka | Visa Required | — |
Detailed visa guides for Kuwait
Monthly costs
Kuwait City
Rent (center)
1,000 USD/mo
Groceries
350 USD/mo
Transport
100 USD/mo
Est. Monthly Total
1,500 USD/mo
Advertisement
Work permits
-
Work Visa / Iqama
Duration: 2 years, renewable
Employer-sponsored
Salary & tax
Income Tax Range
0% – 0%
Social Security (Employee)
0.08%
No personal income tax, no VAT. Social security for Kuwaiti nationals only.
Calculate your net salaryUseful services
Insurance
SafetyWing
Nomad health insurance for your stay in Kuwait. Monthly subscription, cancel anytime.
Get a SafetyWing quote →Connectivity
Airalo
Kuwait eSIM data plans from $4.50. Activate before you land — no SIM swap.
Get an Airalo eSIM →Language
iTalki
Book 1-on-1 video lessons with native tutors before you move. 150+ languages.
Find a tutor →