500,000 tickets canceled so far, 55 percent of refunds processed KUWAIT CITY, May 24: Kuwait Airways is set to significantly ramp up operations this June, with plans to operate approximately 728 weekly flights across 58 global destinations, according to Acting CEO Abdulwahab..

Flynas has announced the return of direct flights to Kuwait. Flights from Riyadh will start from June 4, and flights from Abha will begin from June 26. Both routes will operate twice a..

Kuwait City, May 24: Kuwait has introduced sweeping amendments to its labor transfer regulations aimed at protecting workers from employer negligence, residency-related violations, and malicious labor complaints, according to a new decision published in the official gazette “Kuwait..

KUWAIT CITY, May 23: Kuwait Municipality announced the completion of its fifth inspection campaign conducted by supervisory teams from the Public Hygiene and Road Occupancy Departments in six governorates, reports Al-Seyassah daily. The supervisory team of the Public Hygiene and Road Occupancy..

KUWAIT CITY, May 23: The Ministry of Social Affairs will implement a quarterly evaluation system for directors, requiring them to submit periodic reports on their performance and achievements to the minister. According to informed sources, directors’ continued tenure will depend on their level of..

KUWAIT CITY, May 23: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) announced on Saturday the successful implementation of the Hajj operational plan, confirming that all flights carrying pilgrims from Kuwait to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj season departed smoothly and without disruption. In a..

KUWAIT CITY, May 23: The Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy announced scheduled maintenance work on water networks along Al-Abdali Road on Sunday, May 24, 2026, beginning at 8:00 pm and continuing for 12 hours. The ministry said the maintenance work is expected to reduce water..

In conjunction with the approaching Eid al-Adha celebrations, the management of The Avenues announced the launch of 10 special ATMs dedicated to dispensing “Eidiya” cash gifts in various Kuwaiti dinar denominations. The initiative is being organized in cooperation with Central Bank of Kuwait..

Health situation stable in Kuwait; travel warning issued KUWAIT CITY, May 21: Official spokesperson of the Health Ministry Dr. Abdullah Al-Sanad on Thursday confirmed that efforts to implement preventive and precautionary measures at the borders have been intensified due to the Ebola outbreak in..

KUWAIT CITY, May 21: The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) announced on Thursday the gradual resumption of flights operated by Arab and international airlines at Kuwait International Airport, Terminal 1, starting June 1, marking a significant step toward restoring full air traffic..

KUWAIT CITY, May 21: Kuwait’s Civil Service Commission (CSC) has issued External Circular No. (11) of 2026 regarding official working hours during the summer season, following a decision taken by the Civil Service Council in its meeting No. (8) of 2026 held on May 14, 2026. According to the..

KUWAIT CITY, May 21: Kuwait’s Public Authority of Civil Information has announced a new update to the My Kuwait Identity app, introducing a Quick Response (QR) code service that allows users to receive their Civil ID card digitally in specific cases. According to the update, the QR code feature..

Splitting cash among family members to avoid disclosure is a violation KUWAIT CITY, May 21: Kuwait’s Customs Department has urged travelers to declare cash and negotiable financial instruments worth KD3,000 or more, warning that attempts to avoid disclosure by splitting money among family..

Technical failures in WAMD system KUWAIT CITY, May 20: The Central Bank of Kuwait has instructed the automated banking services company “KNet” to implement a penalty system for banks that experience technical failures in processing customer payments through the WAMD payment system, launched..

KUWAIT CITY, May 20: The Civil Service Commission announced Wednesday the suspension of work across all ministries, government entities, public authorities and institutions from Tuesday, May 26, until Sunday, May 31, on Arafat Day and Eid Al-Adha. In a press statement, the commission said the..