New Kuwait Customs Rules for Gold, Currency, and Valuable Items

18/07/2025

New Kuwait Customs Rules for Gold, Currency, and Valuable Items

KUWAIT CITY, July 18: The General Administration of Customs has issued updated procedures for travelers carrying cash and high-value items through Kuwait International Airport. The measures, designed to enhance security and compliance with international standards, outline clear requirements for the declaration and transport of money, gold, and other valuables.

Key Procedures and Requirements

Cash Declaration

Travelers must declare cash equivalents of KWD 3,000 or more, whether in Kuwaiti Dinars or any other foreign or local currencies, at customs upon departure or arrival.

Valuables and Devices

Items such as watches, jewelry, and high-value electronic devices should be carried in hand luggage. Passengers are advised to retain invoices as ownership proof.

Gold Import/Export

All forms of gold (bars, coins, or jewelry) must be declared.
For departing passengers, a customs declaration must be completed before leaving Kuwait.
For arrivals, the declaration form and related invoices must be presented to customs.

Consequences for Non-Compliance

Failure to Declare

Not declaring the mandated items entails a risk of confiscation or detention by customs authorities.

Importance of Documentation

Travelers are urged to keep proof of purchase and declaration documents to avoid unnecessary delays or complications during inspection.

Advisory for Travelers

The General Administration of Customs stresses that all passengers departing from or arriving in Kuwait must complete the required customs declaration forms. For further clarification, travelers are encouraged to consult the official customs website or contact the airport directly.

These procedures aim to reassure the public of the government's continued commitment to maintaining smooth and secure travel operations while meeting global regulatory standards.