Ahmed
@ahmadpearce2012
English expat in Kuwait
Forum posts
12
About me
English
Lives in Egaila
Speaks English, some French & little Arabic
Registration: 05 August 2013
Activity
Kuwait work permit timeliness by Nomadx
Hi All, Just going through the work visa process. Currently my employer has applied for the work permit with the Ministry of labour. How long does this process take? It has been two and half weeks for me with no update.
Normally you have people who sleep n not work, check they are working on the visa. Read More
Kuwait work permit timeliness by Nomadx
Hi All, Just going through the work visa process. Currently my employer has applied for the work permit with the Ministry of labour. How long does this process take? It has been two and half weeks for me with no update.
Do not forget your police certificate and book a medical in your country early.UK police cert can take over 30 days but will last for 3 months. Also find out which one, they could accept a basic certificate before - cheaper n quicker.Medical also ... Read More
ACRO Police Certificate and Kuwaiti work visa (old criminal record) by Uktraveller007
Hi, I am just about to apply for work visa for Kuwait but my ACRO cert says 'no live trace' Does anyone know if this is going to cause issues for my work visa? I have old convictions from the late 90's when I was a teenager. They are ...
I used disclosure Scotland 2 years ago with no problem. I assume a DBS should be ok. Read More
Tax Treaty between the UK and Kuwait by JustWondering
Hello everyone, I understand that there is a tax treaty between the United Kingdom and Kuwait. I want to know how much is it and how does it work? Thanks.
Been here 9 years and paid no Tax so far. Unless its changed, you have to be out of UK for a whole Tax year, April till April. A colleague got in trouble as it used to be 1 year - not specifically a Tax year. He had to stay an extra 4 months for ... Read More
Renting Car with International License by moh05
Hello guys! Hope all is fine. I just arrived to Kuwait and I am want to rent a car. I hold an international license. I called various car dealers but all refused to do so. They mentioned that I should rent a car from the airport only. Why is ...
Try going on: comparecarhire.co.uk/ They will compare the rates and its alot lower than approaching them directly. Good luck Read More
How to get a Job in Kuwait by legacy
Ola expats & denizens, locals & foreigners ;) the general trend in discussion from readers of this forum seem to lean heavily towards finding employment, whether they be locally present or off-shore and hopeful. The first thing you need to know ...
Did you ever get a job. The ministry are always looking for English teachers, but it is hell working fot them. Read More
Driving license by majanova
Hi all, How realistic is for me to obtain a drivers license. I have a university degree and a position of a supervisor in my work permit. All together, how long is the procedure and where do I go with my current license from my home country to do ...
you need a good Mandoob to go to Traffic Department - Shuwaikh & AS another post states.be insistent. Its like this or find someone with Wasta, its better than money Read More
Driving license by majanova
Hi all, How realistic is for me to obtain a drivers license. I have a university degree and a position of a supervisor in my work permit. All together, how long is the procedure and where do I go with my current license from my home country to do ...
I had to use my HND, as my US degree is not recognised by Kuwait. Read More
Driving license by majanova
Hi all, How realistic is for me to obtain a drivers license. I have a university degree and a position of a supervisor in my work permit. All together, how long is the procedure and where do I go with my current license from my home country to do ...
Try this. It worked with my UK licence. Kuwait Driving License for British citizens in Kuwait Posted in Kuwait forum 29 Oct 2013, 09:58 Dear fellow UK citizens in Kuwait I hope the below can help anyone looking to convert a UK driving license to ... Read More
Driving license by majanova
Hi all, How realistic is for me to obtain a drivers license. I have a university degree and a position of a supervisor in my work permit. All together, how long is the procedure and where do I go with my current license from my home country to do ...
I am from UK & got my driving licence similar to article below. Not sure how many other nationals can obtain the same way, I know USA can. Good luck Kuwait Driving License for British citizens in Kuwait Posted in Kuwait forum 29 Oct 2013, ... Read More