Steps - How to Apply Driving License in Kuwait

To obtain a driver’s license in Kuwait is not an easy Job. To get a new driving license in Kuwait , you
should  first get  a learner's license and pass the driving test. Basic requirements to apply for a driving
license are:
Eligibility - Expatriates applying for driving license should meet the following terms:

Should have a university degree certificate (attested by the ministries)

Must draw a minimum salary of KD600 per month
Should have a valid residence, must be residing for at least two years in Kuwait, prior to applying for the
Driving License.
The applicant has to be of at least 18 years of age.
There are few exceptional positions that you can check with them
Also Read - How To Book Online Appointment For Driving License Services In Kuwait
 
Documents Required for Applying Driving License
 Original Civil ID and a Copy - Electronic Civil ID is not accepted
 Copy of Passport First Page and Last Page Where you have personal information, if there is
residency stamp on your passport then you have to carry that too
 A letter from sponsor about the applicant’s information in the company and full name and address
of your colleagues in the company that you’re working in.
 A copy of your pay slip.
 A driver’s license from home country certified applicant’s embassy in Kuwait. (Not mandatory)
 4pcs (2X3) colored photos with Blue Background
 Blood Group Certificate - It can be obtained by either from Private Clinics or Government
Hospitals
 Eye Test - You need to get Eye Test Done from Qortuba Eye Test Center once your papers are
stamped
 Fill in the service application form  by Visiting any Translation and Typing Center or On your
Own if you know Arabic
 Once you have all documents ready Visit the Traffic Department in your  governorate according
to your civil id and submit the documents to apply for a learner’s license or “Istimara”
 Once you submit the documents , they will verify the documents and stamp , then you need to
visit Quortuba Eye test Center and get the document, You may need to take  online appointment
for Quortuba eye test center due to Corona - you can appointment form this link
- https://nat1.moi.gov.kw/moieap.nsf/request?openform&langid=1&sec=HA
 Again visit the traffic department to get you Driving Learners License , Once you get the
Learners License "isthmara" set a date to take the driving test  . The fee is 10KD (Kuwaiti Dinar).
 Once Driving Test is Passed Please Visit The Traffic Department and Apply For Driving License,
You may get the license on same day or they may ask you to come next day.

Also Read - Renewal Of Driving License For Kuwaitis Every 15 Years And For Expats Every 3
Years
Kuwait Traffic Law and Regulations
All vehicles should be legally registered as well as insured.
All drivers should carry their driver’s license with them.
Compulsory to wear your seat belts.
Be aware of the speed limit while driving
Be aware and follow the traffic lights.
Do not drink and drive.
In case you get into an accident you can call the emergency hotline number (999) or (102) .
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