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How to Transfer From a Work Visa to a Family Visa in Kuwait – A Complete Practical Guide   How to Transfer From a Work Visa to a Family Visa in Kuwait – A Complete Practical Guide Living and working in Kuwait often comes with a common goal for many expatriates — bringing their family to live with them. If you are currently in Kuwait on a work visa (Article 18) and wondering how to convert it into a family residency visa (Article 22), the process may seem confusing at first. However, once you understand the steps and requirements, it becomes much more manageable. This guide explains the entire transfer process in clear, simple terms, including required documents, salary conditions, official procedures, and practical tips to avoid delays. Understanding the Family Visa in Kuwait A family visa (Article 22) allows expatriates legally working in Kuwait to sponsor their immediate family members, such as their spouse and children. While a work visa permits employme…

PACI Launches Resident Removal Service via Sahel App for Property Owners in Kuwait | iiQ8   PACI introduces the new Resident Removal service through the Sahel app, enabling property owners in Kuwait to update resident records digitally, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in civil information services.   Date: Tuesday, December 30, 2025 The Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI) has officially launched a new “Resident Removal” service through the government’s Sahel application, making it easier for private property owners in Kuwait to manage resident information digitally.   What is the “Resident Removal” Service? The new service allows property owners to request the removal of individuals registered as residents at their property. This process is fully electronic and requires the activation of the pre-registration service for resident data. By providing this option, PACI ensures that resident records are accurate and up-to-date, helping …

Kuwait New Residency Fines: Visit Visa Overstays to Cost 10 Dinars Per Day   Dear All, Kuwait New Residency Fines: Visit Visa Overstays to Cost 10 Dinars Per Day. Kuwait City, Dec 29 — Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior has announced a major update to its residency violation penalty system, with new fines coming into force on January 5. The revised structure significantly increases penalties for visa and residency violations, reinforcing Kuwait’s commitment to stricter enforcement of immigration laws. The updated fines apply to visit visa overstays, work visa violations, domestic worker residency issues, and failure to register newborns, among other infractions. Authorities say the move aims to improve compliance, reduce overstays, and modernize residency monitoring through upgraded digital systems.   Visit Visa Overstays to Be Fined at 10 Dinars Per Day One of the most impactful changes affects visit visa holders. Under the new rules: 10 Kuwaiti di…

Kuwait Raises Health Insurance Fees for Residency and Family Visas     Kuwait Raises Health Insurance Fees for Residency and Family Visas | Effective from December 23, 2025 Kuwait has officially announced a major update to its health insurance system for expatriates, bringing changes that will directly affect residency renewals, family visas, domestic workers, and several other categories of foreign residents. The new decision, issued under Ministerial Resolution No. (306) of 2025, was approved by the Ministry of Health and signed by Minister of Health Dr. Ahmed Al-Awadhi. These revised health insurance fees will come into force on December 23, 2025, following their publication in the Official Gazette. The move is part of Kuwait’s ongoing efforts to strengthen health coverage for foreign residents, improve compliance, and align insurance regulations with existing health laws. Why Kuwait Updated Health Insurance Fees Health insurance is a mandator…

MOI Kuwait Allows Delivery Motorcycles   🚨 MOI Kuwait Allows Delivery Motorcycles to Resume Service Starting September 1, 2025 📰 Major Update for Food & Package Delivery Services in Kuwait Kuwait City – The Ministry of Interior (MOI), through the General Traffic Department, in cooperation with the Public Authority of Manpower, has officially announced that motorcycle delivery services will resume operations starting Sunday, September 1, 2025. This decision comes after a temporary suspension during the summer months aimed at protecting delivery riders from extreme heat exposure, in line with humanitarian and safety measures.   ⏰ Permitted Delivery Timings According to the announcement: Delivery motorcycles are now allowed to operate in residential areas between 🕚 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. However, they will remain prohibited from using: Main highways Ring roads 🚫 This restriction continues to support road safety re…