Apply for Kuwait Civil ID

You can apply for Kuwait Civil ID online, and it only takes about 5 minutes to finish and send your application. If you’re a new resident in Kuwait, we can assist you in getting all the necessary documents and guiding you through the process of applying for a Kuwait Civil ID through the Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI).

Apply for Kuwait Civil ID Online

To apply for Kuwait Civil ID visit the Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI) website and follow these steps.

1. To apply for Apply for Kuwait Civil ID visit the Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI) website.
2. Click on “New User Registration” to create your account.
3. Log in to the PACI e-services portal using your new account.
4. From the menu, select ‘Civil ID’ and then click on ‘New Application.’
5. Provide your personal information and upload the necessary documents.
6. Complete your application by making the online payment for the Civil ID service.
7. Now, all you need to do is wait for your application to be processed. You’ll receive an SMS and an email when your Civil ID is ready for collection.

This hassle-free method ensures you can obtain your Civil ID in Kuwait without the need for an in-person visit.

Documents Required for Kuwait Civil ID Application

To apply for a Kuwait Civil ID, you will need to submit the following documents.

1. A copy of your passport (original passport must be presented for verification)
2. Two (passport-size photographs) recent coloured personal photos.
   • Photos must be (4×6 cm) and needed without eyeglasses.
   • Photo of your face with a length of 2.2 to 2.5 cm.
   • Military uniform and face profile photos are not accepted.
   • Background colour should not affect photo clarity.
3. Your original birth certificate photocopy.
4. A lease contract signed by the applicant is needed.
5. Fingerprint and signatures are required.
6. A blood type certificate is needed.
7. Provide a copy of your sponsor’s letter or residency papers.
   • Residents provide one relative or another resident Civil ID living at the same address.
   • Power of attorney from the Ministry of Justice is required if applicant is outside country.

Receive Your Kuwait Civil ID

After your Kuwait Civil ID is approved, you can expect to receive it within 15 days after receiving a message from the PACI call centre. It’s important to carefully review all the details on the card for accuracy after collecting it from the PACI office or through the home delivery service.

If you have found mistakes in your personal information you can proceed with Change Kuwait Civil ID Name on time and avoid further inconvenience.

Fees Charges for Kuwait Civil ID Card

You can check the fee amount for Kuwait Civil ID card which is as follows. (KD stands for Kuwaiti Dinar.)

1. The first-time smart card acquisition fee is 5 KD.
2. The fixed fee Envelope is 0.250 KD.
3. The renewal fee for Kuwait Civil ID is 10 KD.

Check Kuwait Civil ID Application Status

To check your Kuwait Civil ID status, you can go through the PACI hotline (889988). You will need to provide your application number and other personal details to track your application status.