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Indemnity Published Aug 2026
If I resign before completing 3 years in Kuwait, do I get any indemnity at all?
Short answer: no — under Article 53, resigning from an indefinite contract before 3 full years means 0% indemnity. Here's the full breakdown by years of service, and why fixed-term contracts are different…
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Residency & Visas Published Aug 2026
How early can I renew my iqama before it expires?
There's a window — renew too early or too late and you can run into problems. Here's when to actually start the process, what happens if it lapses, and where to check your status…
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Residency & Visas Published Aug 2026
What happens to my residency if I lose my job in Kuwait?
Your residency is tied to your sponsoring employer, so losing your job puts a clock on your legal stay. Here's what actually happens, how long you typically have, and your options…
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Salary & Employment Published Aug 2026
My employer isn't paying overtime — what can I actually do about it?
Overtime is a legal right, not a favor. Here's how to calculate what you're actually owed, document it, and where to file a complaint if your employer won't pay…
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Driving & Traffic Published Aug 2026
Is there really a minimum salary to get a Kuwait driving license as an expat?
Yes — and it trips up a lot of expats. Here's the actual salary threshold, which professions are exempt, and what else you need besides the pay slip…
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