Kuwait

KUWAIT

*NOTE: THAT CUSTOMERS ARE HAVING PROBLEMS CLEARING THE RESTRICTED ITEMS SHOWN BELOW THROUGH CUSTOMS AND SIGNIFICANT LOSS AND DAMAGE HAVE BEEN REPORTED.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

Passport (two copies of info page and Residence Permit page)

Visa

Residence Permit (Kiama)

Temporary Import License

"No Objection Certificate" required from the Ministry of Interior

Declaration from employer that customer is employed by a specific firm

Letter from employer stating customer's purpose of stay

Descriptive inventory (original) showing brand name, make and model of all items

Invoice and Certificate of Origin (bearing manufacturer's name and address) for new items and personal computers

Authorization letter in Arabic to clear shipments. This can be obtained from the consigned upon arrival in Kuwait

Copy of Civil ID (Kuwait ID card)

Inventory showing gross weight and number of packages

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

CUSTOMER'S PRESENCE IS REQUIRED FOR CUSTOMS

Personal effects such as clothing and books are permitted duty-free provided they arrive by air

Used household goods are permitted, but subject to duty

All shipments inspected

DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS

Electronic items included in shipment will delay Customs and subject to approval by Ministry of Commercial Industry

Medication and foodstuff (subject to special approval and inspection by the Ministry of Health), must be packed separately

New items

Pesticides/insecticides, paints, chemicals subject to approval by Environmental Protection Authority

PROHIBITED ITEMS

PC's, radio transmitters, and wireless telephones require a special permit and are subject to approval by the Ministry of Telecommunications

All types of weapons, ammunition and explosives, including antique and ornamental

Narcotics and drugs

Pork products

Alcoholic beverages of any type including beer and wine-making kits

Gambling equipment

Pornographic or political, military literature or controversial materials

Objects or ../images which could be construed as a graven image or contrary to Islamic morality

*ALL PRINTED MATTER, BOOKS, PICTURES RECORDS, FILMS, TAPES, SLIDES, MOVIES, VIDEOS, COMPACT DISCS, COMPUTER SOFTWARE, ETC. ARE SUBJECT TO CENSORSHIP AND CONFISCATION (MUST BE PACKED SEPARATELY FOR EASY ACCESS)

Prohibited goods MUST NOT BE INCLUDED with the goods being shipped

Any prohibited items in shipment will be confiscated and may be destroyed without the customer's consent

MOTOR VEHICLES

OWNER'S PRESENCE REQUIRED AT CUSTOMS CLEARANCE FOR ANY VEHICLE
Non-Kuwaiti individuals/firms are not allowed to import vehicles into Kuwait
Vehicles subject to duties
Used vehicles over five years old are not permitted
Owner of the vehicle must have a valid Residence Permit in order to import an auto
Contact destination agent prior to importation to obtain current regulations
Documents required:
- Registration Certificate
- Purchase Invoice

PETS

Importation discouraged due to climate

Rabies vaccination and valid health certificate

NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers.
Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, we cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.