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Labor Laws in Kuwait

  • Annual Leave: 30 days
  • Maternity Leave: 70 days
  • Public Holidays: 9
  • Workweek: 48 hours per week.

Income Tax in Kuwait

There is no personal income tax imposed on individuals.

Value Added Tax (VAT) in Kuwait

Kuwait has not implemented a VAT system.

Social Security in Kuwait

In Kuwait, the social security contributions for employers and employees are structured as follows:

Employer Contributions:

  • 11.5% of the employee's gross salary, subject to a salary ceiling of 2,750 Kuwaiti dinars (KWD) per month.
  • An additional 1% of monthly earnings up to 2,750 KWD finances benefit adjustments for basic and supplemental pensions.

Employee Contributions:

  • 8% of their gross salary, capped at 2,750 KWD per month.
  • An additional 2.5% of the monthly salary, up to KWD 1,500 monthly, for gratuity contributions.
  • These contributions cover retirement pensions, as well as allowances for disability, sickness, and death.
  • There are no social security obligations for expatriate workers in Kuwait.

Work Visas Kuwait

The visas available to legally work in Kuwait include:

Contract Work Visa:

  • Valid for up to 3 years
  • Requires a valid employment contract with a Kuwaiti company.

General Work Visa:

  • Valid for 1 year
  • Requires a residence permit in addition to the work visa.

Kuwaiti Residence Visa:

  • Allows long-term residency in Kuwait, typically 1 year validity.
  • Required for legal employment and extended stays.
  • Applicants must provide proof of income, health insurance, and reason for stay.

Work Visa for Students in Kuwait:

  • For foreign students enrolled at Kuwaiti universities or colleges.
  • Validity aligned with the duration of the academic program.
  • Requires acceptance letter from an approved educational institution.

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