Reference Number in Kuwait Civil ID

Your Reference Number in Kuwait Civil ID consists of 9 digits and it is linked to your personal information, such as the national insurance number, and could be used for identity theft if it falls into the wrong hands.

You can check Reference Number in Kuwait Civil ID online, which is required for MOI account registration and recovery if you forget your credentials, and it is compulsory for every individual ID to have a valid reference number.

Check Reference Number in Kuwait Civil ID

1. Visit the General Directorate of Residency MOI website at moi.gov.kw.

2. Click on the E-Services TAB and choose the “Get Reference Number” option.

3. Select your Nationality as Kuwaiti, or pick the “Other Nationality” option if you are a foreigner with an entry permit.

3. Enter your Civil ID number, Passport number and Passport expiry dates.

4. Click on the ‘Get’ button to request a reference number check for your Kuwait Civil ID.

5. Your Kuwait Civil ID reference number will be displayed alongside your Civil ID number.

Documents Required for Changing Reference Number in Kuwait Civil ID

To successfully change your reference number in Kuwait Civil ID, you will need the following documents.

• Your Civil Identification Number
• Passport Number
• Passport Expiration Date

Update Reference Number in Kuwait Civil ID

1. Visit the MOI website at moi.gov.kw to update your Civil ID reference number.
2. Click on the E-Services TAB and choose the “Update Reference Number” option.
3. Fill in the required section with the requested documents.
4. For first-time civil ID applicants, you will need to provide the following data.
   • Provide your Civil ID card number
   • Your passport number
   • Two passport-size photocopies
   • Personal information and residency stamp of security clearance
   • Fingerprint (biometrics)
   • Authentic birth certificate (for persons born in Kuwait)
   • Certificate of blood group
   • Address verification
   • Sponsors’ joint declaration form.
5. After providing all the necessary documents, cleick the ‘submit’ button.
6. You’ll receive a notification containing a waiting period for changing your reference number.
7. This process involves renewing your ID card in case of a change in sponsors, residency, or expiration.
8. Once your documents are verified, you will recieve a new reference number from moi.gov.kw.

Note: Going to the PACI office yourself can make your reference number update faster, usually within 24 hours to a few days. On the other hand, doing it online will take 7 to 14 working days.

After you have updated the reference number in your Kuwait Civil ID, you can use the PACI Civil ID Delivery Status online to know your ID process time.

Uses of Kuwait Civil ID Reference Number

In Kuwait, everyone, including citizens and expatriates, needs to possess a Civil Identification Card (Bitaqa-Almadaniyah).

The Department of Public for Civil Informatics (PACI) issues this card with a reference number, which contains important details about the cardholder.

This reference number is crucial for various purposes, including tax monitoring, visa applications, and accessing government and private services, such as opening bank accounts or registering for mobile phone services.

• The reference number is uniquely assigned to every individual’s Civil ID card in Kuwait.
• It consists of twelve digits divided into three parts, indicating the cardholder’s year of birth, serial number, and unique five-digit number.
• The reference number is used to verify the identity of the cardholder and access their personal information.
• It is used to track the cardholder’s activities, such as travel history and employment status.
• The reference number is required for various transactions in Kuwait, including banking, taxes, healthcare, and accessing government services.
• It is a critical element of the Kuwaiti identification system, and every individual must have a valid reference number to access essential services.

In the meantime, you can Track Civil ID Delivery Kuwait to know when you will receive it after any changes.