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Kuwait » Getting Around

Getting Around By Water

Dhows and other small craft may be chartered for trips to the offshore islands.

Road Quality

There is a good road network between cities. Driving can be hazardous and constant vigilance is essential.

Side Of Road

Right

Documentation

International Driving Permit required. A temporary driving licence is available from local authorities on presentation of a valid UK driving licence. Insurance must be arranged with the Gulf Insurance Company or the Kuwait Insurance Company.

Taxi

These are recognisable by red licence plates and may be hired by the day, in which case fares should be agreed beforehand. Share-taxis are also available. Hailing taxis from the road is not advisable, particularly for females. It is recommended that taxis are booked in advance by telephone from a reputable taxi company. A standard rate is applicable in most taxis, but those at hotel ranks are more expensive. Tipping is not expected.

Car Hire

Self-drive is available. If you produce an International Driving Permit, the hire company will, within five days, grant a temporary local licence valid for one month.

Bike

Kuwait Transport Company operates a nationwide service which is both reliable and inexpensive.
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Information in this section was last updated: Fri Apr 12 2013