The Land of The Failaka Island, The Kuwait Towers,

The Musical Fountains & The Grand Mosque

Information on Relocating to Kuwait

·         The capital city of Kuwait is Kuwait City with about 1.2 million people. The political centre is also in Kuwait City. Kuwait is a Constitutional Monarchy.

·         Languages: The languages spoken are Arabic, but English is widely understood, especially in commerce and industry. The TV programs are in their original language. Cable TV is available.

·         Population: The population is about 2.7 million people - 45% are Kuwaiti,  35% other Arab, 9% South Asian, 4% Iranian, 7% other.

·         Expat areas: Popular area for the Expat community is Kuwait City.

·         Housing: The availability of apartments and houses in the country and particularly in these popular areas varies. Most Expats rent their apartment or house; some buy their homes. Both options are available but mainly depend on your company policy, income, and the length of your stay.

·         Cost of housing: Varies from area to area and the size of the house or apartment you'll pay anything from US$ 2500 for a 3 bedroom apartment to US$ 3000 for a 4 bedroom apartment. US$ 4300 for a 3 bedroom house and US$ 8900 for a 6 bedroom house or even higher. The local currency is Kuwait Dinar (KD).

·         Schools: We have the American, the  British and the International school available. Depending on the age we can tell you about a possible waiting lists, etc.

·        Transportation: Bus: Kuwait Transport Company operates a nationwide service which is both reliable and inexpensive. Taxi: These are recognizable by red license plates and may be hired by the day, in which case fares should be agreed beforehand. Share-taxis and meter taxis are also available. Taxis can be phoned and this service is popular and reliable. A standard rate is applicable in most taxis, but those at hotel ranks are more expensive. Tipping is not expected.

·         Bank: The banks are open from Sunday-Thursday 8.00 am - 12.00/12:30 pm.

·         Shopping: Is generally done from Saturday-Thursday 8.30 am - 12.30 pm and 4.30 pm - 9.00 pm. Fridays from 3.30 pm - 8.30 pm.

·         Climate: Kuwait enjoys a variable continental climate. Summer months are between June and October and the rainy season runs from December to February, when humidity can also be high. In summer temperatures can get over 38°C (100°F), but they drop below 21°C (70°F) in winter.

·         Culture: Several cinemas in Kuwait City show recent films. Two theatres often put on very good amateur productions.

·         Public holidays: January 1st New Year's Day, January (date varies) Islamic New Year, February 25th National Day, February 26th Liberation Day, March (date varies)Mouloud (Birth of the Prophet), July (date varies) Al-Esra Wa Al-Meraj (Ascension of the Prophet), September- Octotber (date varies) Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadan), December (date varies)Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice).