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Kuwait

Kuwait has 0% personal income tax, a 0% - Kuwait has no VAT currently VAT, and requires an employer-sponsored Residency Permit. Working hours are capped at 48 hours per week with 30 days annual leave.

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ضريبة الدخل الشخصي
0% - No personal income tax in Kuwait
ضريبة القيمة المضافة
0% - Kuwait has no VAT currently
العملة
KWD (Kuwaiti Dinar)
ضريبة الشركات
15% on foreign company profits
الحد الأدنى للأجور
KWD 75/mo (approximately) for Kuwaiti nationals. No minimum for expats.
تأشيرة العمل
Residency Permit - employer sponsored.
ساعات العمل الأسبوعية
48
الإجازة السنوية (أيام)
30
مهلة الإشعار (أيام)
3 months (standard)
أقصى فترة اختبار (أيام)
100
برنامج التوطين
Kuwaitization
الأسئلة الشائعة
  • Is there income tax in Kuwait?

    No. Kuwait has 0% personal income tax. There is no tax on salaries or employment income.

  • How many hours can I work per week in Kuwait?

    The legal maximum is 48 hours per week. Standard working days are typically 5-6 days depending on the employer.

  • What visa do I need to work in Kuwait?

    You need a Residency Permit. Residency Permit - employer sponsored.

  • What is the annual leave entitlement in Kuwait?

    30 calendar days per year after completing the probation period. This is a statutory minimum under labor law.