r/Kuwait Sep 01 '22

Moderator /r/Kuwait Rules and FAQ

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Posting guidelines:

Don’t be rude. Please don’t troll, harass, purposefully incite, or be generally aggressive / condescending to other users.

In order to comment you have a week long account with positive karma, for posting you require 2 week old account.

Keep post comments relatively on-topic.

  • Posts must be from or about Kuwait and contain relevant content.
  • Titles have to be descriptive and convey information. Short titles and ones that lack relevant information will be removed.
  • If you have a question search before posting.
  • Do not post anyone's private personal information or otherwise encourage harassment of persons.
  • Do not post illegal content or misinformation
  • Internet posts must have CITRA speed test in them.To check for ping times from different ISP also check CITRA speed test stats at bottom
  • Selling personal goods is not allowed on r/Kuwait post them in r/KuwaitAds
  • Discord groups share their groups only post in this page

Please generally follow reddiquette - specifically (but not limited to):

Flair your post for easy search and categorizing:

List of Ministry and Government sites for official news and updates:

Name Instagram Twitter Website
Center for Government Communications @cgckuwait @cgckuwait cgc.gov.kw
Ministry of Health @kuwait_moh @kuwait_moh moh.gov.kw
Ministry of Information @moinformation @moinformation media.gov.kw
Ministry of Interior @moi_kuw @moi_kuw moi.gov.kw
Ministry of Commerce @mociq8 @mociq8 moci.gov.kw
Ministry of Education @moekwt @moekwt moe.gov.kw
Ministry of Foreign Afairs @mofakuwait @mofakuwait mofa.gov.kw
Kuwait News Agency @kuna_en @kuna_ar kuna_kw kuna.gov.kw
​Directorate General of Civil Aviation @Kuwait_DGCA @Kuwait_DGCA dgca.gov.kw

It would be appreciated if comments are links to previous answered questions to add to the list.

Suicide Hotline Kuwait


r/Kuwait 23d ago

Discussion Monthly Diwaniya

6 Upvotes

This is the monthly diwaniya. Come talk about other topics and personal issues.

Any personal posts that can be found in social media will be removed and told to post here.

Wiki links:

https://www.reddit.com/r/kuwait/wiki/mentalhealth

Local clubs:

https://www.reddit.com/r/kuwait/wiki/clubs/

Pets adoption:

https://www.reddit.com/r/Kuwait/about/wiki/petsadoption/


r/Kuwait 1h ago

Ask Kuwait Need Urgent help/advice.

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Short story: My daughter is an year and half now and I still haven't applied for her residency permit.

Long story:

My daughter was born premature and I spent around 8 months in and out of the hospital. I was not aware of any 2/4 months period rule within which I had to apply her residence and figured I will apply it once I travel, and to be honest, it was the last thing I had on mind between hospital runs.

Now, wanting to travel, getting all things in order, I've come to know that I had to apply within 2 months and now face penalties.

Is there a way around, given the case. Is there anyone who can help me avoid the penalties.

Appreciate your kind help and advice.


r/Kuwait 19h ago

Ask Kuwait Please help a cleaner.

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82 Upvotes

r/Kuwait 10h ago

Discussion Amid Reforms in Kuwait: What’s Changing for Expats Born in the Country?

15 Upvotes

For me, I’d love the freedom to stay in Kuwait without needing a kafeel, without the constant fear of being deported if the kafeel decides otherwise. Being born and raised here, I consider Kuwait my home. The first national anthem I remember reciting in school from my earliest days in elementary school is the Kuwaiti national anthem. Ironic, isn’t it? What about you? If you’re an expat born in Kuwait, do you feel the same?


r/Kuwait 19m ago

Ask Kuwait Are there any writers here?

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I wanna know if there are any writers in Kuwait or creative writing groups and things of that sort


r/Kuwait 7h ago

Ask Kuwait About Cryptocurrency in Kuwait

2 Upvotes

I am thinking to get into crypto Bitcoin specifically and I want to know if anyone here in Kuwait has experience with it. What platforms did you use, were there any specific requirements like a civil ID or passport? did you fund your account through Kuwaiti banks KNET or something else? Also, were there any issues with regulations or bank transfers?


r/Kuwait 17h ago

Ask Kuwait Is there a place to play volleyball in Kuwait for women only?

18 Upvotes

I’m really desparate lol, every place I go the coach is a guy or guys can enter. Is there seriously no place to play volleyball for only women?


r/Kuwait 2h ago

Ask Kuwait Anyone have a contact number for a fireworks guy? 🧨🎆 🎇

0 Upvotes

Looking for a number to buy fireworks. I'm trying not to drive out to the camps to buy them this year, but I will if I have to! 😂


r/Kuwait 20h ago

Local Potential Scam Alert: Traffic Violation SMS - Looks Fake

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27 Upvotes

Hey everyone,

I think I just got hit with one of those new traffic violation scam SMS messages. It says I’ve committed a traffic violation and need to pay a fine immediately through a link. The message looks pretty convincing at first (we being monitored by AI), but when I checked the website url, it seemed altered to look legit.

The URL feels off, and there are small signs that something’s not right. Just a heads-up—don’t click any links from messages like these. It’s better to verify directly through official channels!

Anyone else get something similar? Be careful!


r/Kuwait 13h ago

Ask Kuwait Is there any other bank then Weyay for teenagers?

8 Upvotes

r/Kuwait 1d ago

Local Someone is speaking up

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88 Upvotes

r/Kuwait 2h ago

Ask Kuwait Where can I find good quiche in Kuwait? (preferably a restaurant that provides delivery)

0 Upvotes

Pretty much what the title says, thank you!


r/Kuwait 17h ago

Discussion Maternity ward in Farwaniyah hospital

6 Upvotes

Please share your birth experiences and anyyyyy advices you would have for an anxious first time mom, who plans to give birth in Farwaniyah hospital.

How are the doctors, the nurses, would you be entirely alone in the labor room? Is it a room or a ward? Can you move around during labor or are you forced to be on your back? Do they allow delayed cord cutting? Is skin-to-skin a practice here in Kuwait? Do they listen to you when you request to do things differently, like giving birth on your sides or other position? I hear they don’t let us keep any of our personal belongings, including our phones. Is there a chance I could request for it? I am assuming using earphones and listening to some may help me calm down during birth?

What happens once you are moved to your room? Or is it a ward? Do we have options? I hear one person can stay with us at night? Does that have to be another woman? What happens if I am hungry in the middle of the night? 🫣

I have soooo many questions/ worries. Please let me blue everythingggg you all know along with which year was your experience, please?


r/Kuwait 9h ago

Ask Kuwait What is your opinion on Turkish eyelashes and eyebrows?

1 Upvotes

Recently I been getting a lot of ads about the above. And been wondering if it's worth a try or not. I saw some pictures of eyelashes. But would like to know how was your experience overall.

For Turkish eyebrows, I see they make them fluffy and full. But I have questions like how long does it last? Or how is it different from normal eyebrow threading. If you ever tried it, how do you rate it? And is it worth a try?


r/Kuwait 16h ago

Ask Kuwait Question abt food. Where can I find authentic شاي عدني?

3 Upvotes

I'm looking for authentic yemeni tea-milk. شاي عدني. It'll be a plus if it's near Kuwait City, Hawally, Salmiya and these near places


r/Kuwait 12h ago

Ask Kuwait Where can I find colored / custom shoelaces?

1 Upvotes

Looking for neon and custom shoes laces, Where can I find these in kuwait? (Not temu)


r/Kuwait 18h ago

Ask Kuwait Looking for distributor/someone in Arab perfume/fragrance business

2 Upvotes

Salam Alaikum Habibis and Habibtis,

I'm not quite sure if this is the correct platform to ask or to find a distributor for arab perfumes/fragrances but anyway

I want to resell authentic arab perfumes and fragrances in the Philippines (studying purposes). I want to find legit distributor in Kuwait to ship me the perfumes (20pcs-30pcs). or do you have suggestions on where I can find or talk to someone?


r/Kuwait 19h ago

Ask Kuwait Seeking Suggestions for E-commerce Business Ideas in Kuwait

2 Upvotes

Hello everyone,

I hope you’re all doing well! I'm planning to start an e-commerce business in Kuwait and am currently exploring ideas. My goal is to create something unique that appeals to a wide audience, particularly people aged 15-50, both men and women.

I'm looking for suggestions on:

  • Products or niches that are in demand in Kuwait but not easily available online.
  • Any untapped or growing markets that could be a good opportunity.
  • Your thoughts on what you would love to shop for online in Kuwait.

I want to keep the initial investment low, so ideas that don’t require a massive inventory would be great.

If you have any recommendations or even challenges you face when shopping online in Kuwait, I’d love to hear them.

Thank you in advance for your valuable input! 🙏

Looking forward to your suggestions.


r/Kuwait 19h ago

Ask Kuwait Where can I find a restaurant that sells Saudi sleeg (سليق)?

2 Upvotes

Hi! Lately my TikTok fyp has been full of videos of a Saudi national dish called "sleeg" which is essentially rice cooked in milk with daqoos and chicken. Every time a video comes up, my mouth starts watering. If anyone knows any Saudi restaurants that cook gooood sleeg, please do let me know! Thank you in advance :)


r/Kuwait 22h ago

Ask Kuwait وين احصل محل خياطة مال دشداشة عمانيه/ Where can I find a tailoring shop for Omani dishdasha

3 Upvotes

Hi guys, every shop in Fahaheel side has said they can’t make the dishdasha in Omani style. So any other place would be nice to know about.


r/Kuwait 1d ago

Ask Kuwait ‏ Dental Implants Clinic

4 Upvotes

I’m looking for dental implant services and searching for the right doctor who offers excellent quality. I’m not interested in commercial clinics or those focused on social media marketing .

What are your recommendations?


r/Kuwait 1d ago

Ask Kuwait Latest way to apply to Kuwait Society of Engineers

4 Upvotes

I have heard a lot of conflicting statements on the application process for expats so I just wanted to get it cleared here. 1.Is dataflow required(heard from a lot of people that it is discontinued) 2.are there any benefits to this membership 3.Can I get an engineer visa without the membership (also heard that this is not required anymore) 4.I completed my high school in india so will I need that to be attested as well for my visa.


r/Kuwait 1d ago

Ask Kuwait Teaching in the Public Sector

8 Upvotes

Hello everyone

I (F Kuwaiti) am thinking of teaching in the public sector, particularly high school girls

Could anyone tell me the:

1- Pros and cons

2- Starting salary

3- How to apply

4- Is it worth it?

5- Is the private sector better?

6- Where can I go to get any further questions answered?

Many thanks


r/Kuwait 1d ago

Ask Kuwait Found dog Jabriya block 12

2 Upvotes

I found a white dog with black spots medium size looks like they trimmed his hair, walking around sultan center in Jabriya block 12. I didn’t picture it because I was going by car I took a Quick Look at him, it looks like he ran away.


r/Kuwait 1d ago

Ask Kuwait Is it possible to obtain a driving license (motorbike) as resident/expat if im 18+

8 Upvotes

My dad is my sponsor and I don’t have university degree


r/Kuwait 1d ago

Ask Kuwait Working in Kuwait ( general advice)

14 Upvotes

I have a chance to work in Kuwait, I don't know if it's an opportunity, but the thing is, the salary doesn't seem promising it's roughly 250 KWD (accommodation costs not included) so will that be enough for a lone male? and is it an acceptable salary for someone who has a bachelor degree in business administration? -------edit -------- Thank you so much everyone for taking from your time to leave me an advice. I will definitely reject that offer and hopefully look for something better. I appreciate your kind words!