State of Kuwait

Capital:

Kuwait

Geographic location:

The State of Kuwait is situated on the Northwestern Coast of the Arabian Gulf. Iraq borders it on the North and the Northwest. West and South of Kuwait is Saudi Arabia.

Climate:

Kuwait is known for long, hot, and dry summer and short cold winter, with occasional rain.

Population:

 2.152.775 (1997 Statistics)

Area:

17.881KM square.

Country Code:

00965.

Religion:

Islam is the faith of the country.

Language:

Arabic is the official language in Kuwait. English is also widely used.

Business Hours :

Winter. 07:30 to 13 Sat. to Wed. 7:30 to 11:30 Thu. & Summer 7 to 13 Sat to Wed. Ramadan : 08.30 to 14.00 Sat to Thu

Holidays :

Friday & other religious occasions.

Local time:

GMT +3 hrs.

Currency:

Kuwaiti Dinar =100 Fils (US Dollar1=0.3075, Pound Sterling1= 0.4977)

Entry:

Obtaining an entry visa from one of the Kuwaiti delegations abroad is essential for visitors. GCC nationals require no visa.

Health measures:

Arrivals from infected areas must produce certificates of vaccination against Cholera and Yellow Fever.