Comprehensive Employment and Tax Guide Kuwait
General Overview
- Currency: Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD)
- Languages: Arabic
- Public Holidays: 13 days
- Capital: Kuwait City
- Fiscal Year: 1 April - 31 March
- Minimum Hourly Wage: No official minimum wage
Tax Essentials
- Income Tax Range: No personal income tax
- Other Taxes: Social Security 26.5%
Social Security Contributions
- Employer Charges: 11.5% of basic salary
- Employee Charges: 10% of basic salary
Employment Contracts & Conditions
- Contract Types: Permanent, Fixed-term
- Trial Periods: Up to 3 months
- Paid Holiday: 30 days per year
- Salary Payment Frequencies: Monthly
- Termination Notice: 1 month
Legal Benefits for Employees
- Medical Coverage: Government-funded healthcare
- Common Non-Compulsory Benefits: Housing allowance, transport allowance
Hiring Non citizen or resident
- Visa & Work Permits Obligation: Mandatory for non-citizens
- High-Skilled Worker Permits: Yes, specific work visa required
- Visa & Work Permits Timelines: 2-4 weeks, depending on employer sponsorship
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