Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Kuwait, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Entry Visa
In order to begin the process of acquiring residence in Kuwait you are required to enter on either a residence visa or work permit.
You can also enter Kuwait on a temporary visa; these... read more
Health Card
Prior to a residence permit being issued or renewed, every expat is obliged to pay a government health insurance premium in return for a health card (the sponsoring company will usually... read more
Residence Visa
All expats wishing to work and reside in Kuwait are obliged to obtain a residence permit (‘iqama’). GCC citizens and expats who have been resident in Kuwait continually for a minimum... read more
Free Zones
There is currently one Free Trade Zone (FTZ) in Kuwait, located adjacent to Shuwaikh Port. An additional FTZ has been planned at the Abdali border post on the Iraqi border.
Unlike some... read more
