KUWAIT CITY, March 4: The Civil Service Council, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs, and Acting Chairman of the Civil Service Council, Sherida Al-Muasherji, has discussed a proposal submitted by the Civil Service Commission to create 44 new job titles. These..

KUWAIT CITY, Mar 3: Publicly breaking the fast during the holy month of Ramadan—defined as eating, drinking, or smoking in public during daylight hours without a legitimate excuse—is considered a serious offense in Kuwait and many other Islamic countries. This act not only violates Islamic..

KUWAIT CITY, Mar 2: In a significant move to streamline residency and work procedures for expatriates, the Ministry of Interior, through the General Administration of Residence Affairs, has announced the cancellation of previous conditions that restricted the transfer of residency for expats between..

KUWAIT CITY, Feb 20: Bank officials are considering a proposal to adjust customer service hours in local banks during the upcoming month of Ramadan, with some advocating for the introduction of an evening shift, making the banking hours span two shifts instead of one. Sources revealed that..

KUWAIT CITY : The General Traffic Department has announced that it has begun implementing procedures to summon drivers caught by traffic cameras for exceeding the specified speed limits, as part of preparations to take strict legal action against them. These procedures include impounding their..

KUWAIT CITY : The National Day holiday has prompted many Kuwaiti citizens and expats to seek ideal travel destinations. This period presents a valuable opportunity for short getaways, allowing travelers to experience a different atmosphere without needing long-distance flights or large budgets. Many..

Helping a friend with money transfers could draw scrutiny KUWAIT CITY, Feb 10: Kuwait's recent regulatory tightening on money transfers has raised concerns for individuals and companies engaged in periodic financial transactions. Those accustomed to assisting friends with money transfers,..

3 Years Jail, 600-1,000 Dinar Fines After Court Referral KUWAIT CITY : In a move to enhance road safety and curb traffic violations, the Ministry of Interior has announced stringent new penalties for drivers who run red lights. Starting April 22, 2025, individuals convicted of this offense will..

KUWAIT CITY, Feb 4: Kuwait Airways has announced an increase in its flights between Kuwait and London to 16 weekly departures, aimed at offering more flexibility and convenience for travelers between the two countries. This initiative comes in cooperation with the Directorate General of Civil..

KUWAIT CITY, Feb 4: Kuwait Cabinet on Tuesday declared February 25, 26 and 27 a public holiday on the occasion of the National and Liberation Days. Regular working schedule is to resume on Sunday March 2. The public holiday is for government bodies, authorities, and institutions, but entities with..

KUWAIT CITY, Jan 13: On Monday, Minister of Public Works Dr. Noura Al-Mashaan announced the commencement of extensive maintenance work on the Seventh Ring Road as part of new contracts. She emphasized that the ministry will continue to implement road maintenance projects across all areas, with a..

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, Jan 13: On Sunday, Kuwaiti Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, Dr. Mohammad Al-Wasmi, and Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, signed an agreement in Jeddah to organize the affairs of Kuwaiti pilgrims for the Hajj season of 1446 AH. This signing took..

KUWAIT CITY, Jan 13: The Civil Service Commission (CSC) launched a new e-service on Monday, allowing users to inquire about the status of automated transactions available through integrated systems via the unified government e-services application, "Sahel." In a statement posted on the social..

KUWAIT CITY, Jan 11: Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defense, and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef emphasized the government's commitment to preserving historical and heritage sites, in line with the directives of His Highness the Amir. He noted that many visitors to Kuwait frequent..

KUWAIT CITY, Jan 10 : The Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI) has initiated the activation of the “My Kuwait Identity” program for expat wives of Kuwaitis whose nationalities have been revoked under Article 8. PACI announced that the issuance of new civil cards for this group is set to..