Your life in Kuwait starts here
Make your move to Kuwait
Very safe and free of personal income tax, Kuwait keeps property very affordable and exempts expats from social contributions. Employer-sponsored residency offers a clear route into daily life.
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At a glance
Kuwait, in brief.
How Kuwait compares with the 80+ destinations we cover. Kuwait ranks among the best for tax friendliness (1st of 81) and size of expat community (2nd of 81) and safety (6th of 78).
Compare destinations- Cost of living
- Moderate
- Property
- Very affordable
- Healthcare
- Moderate
- Safety
- Very safe
- Climate
- Warm (~26°C)
- English
- Widely spoken
- Expat community
- Very large
Employer-sponsored Iqama only, no PR path
No personal income tax, expats exempt from social
Life in Kuwait
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Your move plan
Kuwait, one step at a time.
Thirteen steps, in the order most people tackle them. Each one links to the guide that walks you through it.
- 01Check which visa fits your moveRead the guide : Check which visa fits your move
- 02Work out your monthly budgetRead the guide : Work out your monthly budget
- 03Arrange health cover for your moveRead the guide : Arrange health cover for your move
- 04Understand how the health system worksRead the guide : Understand how the health system works
- 05Bring your pet, if you have oneRead the guide : Bring your pet, if you have one
- 06Find somewhere to rentRead the guide : Find somewhere to rent
- 07Open a local bank accountRead the guide : Open a local bank account
- 08Know your residency steps after you arriveRead the guide : Know your residency steps after you arrive
- 09Find a doctorRead the guide : Find a doctor
- 10Understand your tax positionRead the guide : Understand your tax position
- 11Sort out your driving licenceRead the guide : Sort out your driving licence
- 12Set up a phone and internetRead the guide : Set up a phone and internet
- 13Plan schools, if you're moving with childrenRead the guide : Plan schools, if you're moving with children
Plan your move
Answers for your move.
Free tools that turn big questions about Kuwait into clear answers.
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- Compare cost of livingWhat your money is worth in Kuwait.01
- Check retirement affordabilityWhere your pension clears the requirement.02
- Find visa optionsEvery route you could qualify for.03
- Get moving quotesUp to five free quotes from international movers.04
- Move money abroadTransfers with a currency specialist.05
The complete picture
The Kuwait moving guide.
54 guides, from your visa to finding a vet. Start with the three most people need first.
- Start here · 01
Visas
Which visa fits your move, and how to apply.
- Start here · 02
Residency
Your residence permit, from first stay to long term.
- Start here · 03
Banking
Opening an account and moving money.
Visas, residency and work
6
Healthcare
7
Buying property
5
Health and wellbeing
8
Travel and transport
5
Driving and cars
5
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Real people who made the move.
People who built a life in Kuwait share what surprised them, what helped and what they'd do again. All Kuwait stories
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