→Work VisaWork Visa / Residence Permit (Iqama)
Full-time employment with Kuwaiti sponsor
Duration: 1–2 years (renewable)Fee: KWD 50–200Processing: 2–6 weeks
Requirements & Documents
- 1Job offer from Kuwait-based company (sponsor/kafeel)
- 2Work permit from Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour (MOSAL)
- 3Medical fitness test (at approved GAMCA center in Pakistan + in Kuwait)
- 4Degree certificates: HEC → MOFA Pakistan → Kuwait Embassy → MOFA Kuwait
- 5Valid passport (minimum 2 years validity recommended)
- 6Police clearance certificate
- 7Passport photographs
Important Notes
Sponsorship (kafala) system applies. Employer/sponsor handles visa process. Employment contract must be in Arabic.
Visa Summary
CountryKuwait
Visa TypeWork Visa / Residence Permit (Iqama)
CategoryWork
Duration1–2 years (renewable)
FeeKWD 50–200
Processing2–6 weeks