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Kuwait Updates Driver’s License Validity to 15 Years for Citizens, 5 for Expats
Kuwait has updated driver’s license validity periods, streamlining the process for various vehicle types and different resident categories across the country.
Different terms introduced for citizens and expats
This significant update introduced varying validity periods based on residency status. Kuwaiti citizens and GCC nationals can now enjoy a generous fifteen-year validity for their private driver’s licenses. Meanwhile, expatriates will receive a five-year period, ensuring a good timeframe before renewal is required, while stateless residents will find their license expiry linked directly to their civil ID expiry date.
Vehicles covered by the new rules
The new regulations encompass a broad range of vehicles, ensuring wide applicability for drivers across Kuwait. These licenses are now valid for vehicles transporting up to seven passengers, covering most personal cars and smaller family vehicles. Additionally, light transport vehicles weighing under two tonnes are included, alongside essential public and emergency services such as taxis and ambulance vehicles, simplifying their operational requirements.
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