Renewing Residency in Kuwait: A Comprehensive Guide
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior offers an online Residency Renewal service for expatriates. This guide explains the full process of renewing residency for dependents under Article 22 — including requirements, online steps, fees, and Civil ID renewal.
Prerequisites for Residency Renewal in Kuwait
Before applying online, make sure the following conditions are met:
- No Pending Judicial Judgments for the Sponsor: Ensure there are no legal cases against the sponsor.
- No Residency Violations: Confirm there are no immigration violations.
- Clear Traffic Violations: Settle pending fines. Check and clear traffic violations here.
- Clear Electricity and Water Bills: All MEW bills must be paid.
- Clear Landline Bills: Pay outstanding bills with MOC. Check and pay landline bills here.
- Presence in Kuwait: The dependent must be inside Kuwait during renewal.
- Valid Health Insurance: Insurance should cover the renewal period.
- Medical Examination: Must be cleared.
- Passport Validity: Both sponsor and dependent passports should have more than one year validity.
- Existing Fingerprints: Fingerprint records must exist for the dependent.
- No Pending Flight Tickets: Any old departure tickets for domestic workers must be cleared.
Steps to Renew Residency of Dependent Online in Kuwait
Step 1: Access the MOI Website
Visit the MOI Residency Renewal Page. Enter your Civil ID to proceed.
Step 2: Login
Log in with your password or Mobile ID. First-time users must authenticate through Kuwait Mobile ID app.
Step 3: Select Family Members
Switch language to English → Click "Family Members". You’ll see all dependents under your sponsorship with their Civil ID numbers and expiry dates.
Step 4: Choose Dependent & Confirm Details
Select the dependent → Review details → Enter your mobile number → Confirm “Latin name matches” → Click “Renew”.
Step 5: Clear Pending Payments
The system will automatically check for dues. If found, clear them:
- Renew Health Insurance
- Pay Landline Bill with MOC
- Clear MEW Bills
- Clear Traffic Fines
If no dues, proceed with K-net payment of 10 KWD and receive confirmation.
Step 6: Renew Civil ID
After visa renewal, renew the Civil ID online. Follow this Civil ID renewal guide.
Associated Costs
- Visa Renewal: 10 KWD
- Health Insurance (Kids under 18): 30 KWD
- Civil ID Renewal: 5 KWD
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who can renew residency under Article 22 in Kuwait?
Article 22 residency applies to dependents such as spouse, children, and parents sponsored by an expatriate. The sponsor must clear all fines, have valid passports, and maintain valid health insurance before renewal.
How much does it cost to renew dependent residency in Kuwait?
The cost is 10 KWD for visa renewal, 30 KWD for dependent health insurance (for children under 18), and 5 KWD for Civil ID renewal.
Can I renew dependent residency in Kuwait without being physically present?
No. The dependent must be physically present in Kuwait at the time of residency renewal.
What happens if I have pending fines or bills during residency renewal?
The MOI system will block renewal until all pending traffic fines, MEW bills, MOC bills, or health insurance dues are cleared. Once paid, you can proceed with renewal.
Conclusion
Renewing your dependent’s residency under Article 22 in Kuwait is now easier with MOI’s online services. Ensure all bills, traffic fines, and health insurance are cleared before starting. Once done, both visa and Civil ID renewal can be completed smoothly online.
👉 Need help with Health Insurance Renewal or Civil ID Renewal? Check our guides.
