How to Get a Job in Kuwait from India: Work Permit, Medical & Civil ID

Which jobs are in demand in Kuwait?

Kitchen and restaurant staff, cleaners, drivers, carpenters, masons, electricians, technicians and helpers for construction and services companies.

Steps to a job in Kuwait

1. Apply only through an MEA-licensed agency: verify its RA licence on emigrate.gov.in.
2. Interview or trade test: after selection, get an offer letter that states salary, duty hours, food, accommodation and ticket terms.
3. Work permit: the Kuwaiti employer obtains your work permit from the Public Authority for Manpower (PAM).
4. Wafid (GAMCA) medical: take the medical in India only at an approved centre.
5. Visa: the agency completes the employment visa process with the employer.
6. Clearance in India: for ECR passports, eMigrate POE clearance and PBBY insurance are required.
7. After arrival: a medical test and fingerprints in Kuwait, then your Civil ID card.

How much does it cost?

A licensed agency may charge at most ₹30,000 (plus GST) under India's emigration rules, with a receipt. Every Krewex job page states the candidate fee.

Mistakes to avoid

• Never travel on a visit visa to look for work.
• Never hand over your passport as security or pay cash without a receipt.
• Keep copies of your offer letter, contract and visa with your family.

Where to get help

Indian Embassy Kuwait: +965-2253-0600, or the MADAD portal (madad.gov.in).