All drivers must abide by the traffic laws in force in the State of Kuwait, so that accidents do not happen and they do not commit any of the violations subject to high traffic fines, such as running a red light and parking in spaces allocated to people with special needs, among others.

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Traffic Rules in Kuwait

The traffic law in force in Kuwait regulates all matters related to the movement of motor vehicles on the roads in a manner that ensures the reduction of accidents that lead to deaths or cause any damage to property or persons. The law also clarifies all traffic fines that result from violations.

The most important traffic rules in Kuwait

The following list includes the most important traffic rules in Kuwait:

Transport, industrial, construction, tractors, trailers, and semi-trailers should keep to the right and not overtake unless there is a need for that.
Every motor vehicle, when used, shall carry two number plates given by the relevant authority of the Traffic Department.
No person may learn to drive a motor vehicle or motorized bicycle before having obtained a permit.
Public morals offense in a vehicle or fleeing the scene of traffic accident is an imprisonments for a period of three months and a fine not less than 150 dinars.
Any act of driving in a hazardous or negligent way that threatens the life of the driver or others, by imprisonment for more than one year. It shall be forbidden to sell or operate a vehicle in violation of the rules concerning color, transparency, and tinting of vehicle windows according to the related specifications.
Whoever fails to switch on the lights required for the movement of a motor vehicle shall be punished with a fine between 45 and 75 dinars.
Human life shall be taken by a car while driving under the effect of alcohol or drugs, the penalty shall be an imprisonment term not exceeding two years and/or a fine not exceeding 3,000 dinars.
In the case of an accidental killing or injury, the police or investigator recording the incident may seize the license or operating permit of the vehicle and refer it to the relevant authority within 24 hours.
To drive a motor vehicle that makes excessive noise, or sends out great amounts of smoke, foul fumes, or drops hazardous, inflammable, or harmful materials is prohibited. Similarly, loads falling or affecting the stability or safety of the vehicle include unfit tires, and it is a violation.
The intentional submission of false information on official forms or applications to obtain licenses, permits, or replacements constitutes a violation.
To transfer a vehicle at such high speeds as to cause tires to produce disturbing sounds is forbidden.
The Minister of Interior may determine the quota of motor vehicles licensed by the General Traffic Department except for private cars licensed to Kuwaiti citizens, against which no quota shall be placed. When a quota is specified, no licence shall be granted in excess thereof.
He is also competent to fix the tariff for the taxi and transport cars.
The failure to give way to the traffic of government vehicles such as police, ambulances, fire trucks, civil defense vehicles, and official convoys in case of siren use, or following to overtake other vehicles, is prohibited.
Driving on emergency lanes is prohibited and counts as a violation.
Red traffic signal jumping is forbidden.
Operating trucks during restricted hours set by the General Traffic Department. Parking transport vehicles, trucks, industrial, construction, or agricultural vehicles, and mobile food trucks or any other commercial vehicle near residential areas, public or vital facilities, or oil facilities without appropriate permits. It is also not allowed to park any vehicle in specified places or areas owned by others without authorization.

Kuwait Traffic Fine List

Here is a list of Kuwait Traffic Fine List:

Causing an accident that harms individuals’ property: 50 KWD
Causing an accident that harms public facilities: 50 KWD
Changing some or all of the original plate numbers: 75 KWD
Deliberately obstructing traffic on public roads: 50 KWD
Delivering the vehicle to someone who does not have a valid driving license: 50 KWD
Delivering the vehicle to someone without a driving license: 50 KWD
Driving a motor bike without a driver’s license: 75 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle from which flammable materials leak To catch fire: 30 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle from which materials harmful to public health leak: 30 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle in violation of the permit conditions: 30 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle that emits annoying sounds: 30 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle that emits thick smoke or a bad smell: 30 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle that has an accident that affects its balance: 30 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle whose load scatters: 30 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle with a change in the color of the plates: 30 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle with a license that does not allow it to be driven: 75 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle with a single plate: 30 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle with an expired permit: 30 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle with a change in the location of the plates: 30 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle with faulty brakes: 50 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle with illegible number plates: 30 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle with unclear plates: 30 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle with unfit tires: 30 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle with unusable brakes: 50 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle without a driver’s license: 75 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle without a permit required by law: 30 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle without brakes: 50 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle without its metal plates: 75 KWD
Driving a motor vehicle without the knowledge of its owner or possessor: 30 KWD
Driving a vehicle with forged plates: 75 KWD
Driving a vehicle with plates not issued by traffic: 75 KWD
Driving an unlicensed motor vehicle: 75 KWD
Failure to present a driving license: 30 KWD
Failure to present a permit required by law: 30 KWD
Failure to present a vehicle operating license: 30 KWD
Not stopping and informing the police if it causes an accident: 75 KWD
Organizing a procession without a permit: 30 KWD
Organizing gatherings without a permit: 30 KWD
Proof of false data to obtain a license photo: 75 KWD
Proof of false data to obtain a lost replacement: 75 KWD
Proving false data to obtain a driving license: 75 KWD
Proving false data to obtain a driving license: 75 KWD
Proving false data to obtain a permit Education: 75 KWD
Reckless driving and exposing the driver, passengers or others to danger: 75 KWD
Transport vehicles violating the height conditions: 30 KWD
Transport vehicles violating the load conditions: 30 KWD
Transport vehicles violating the load length conditions: 30 KWD
Transport vehicles violating the load weight conditions: 30 KWD
Transport vehicles violating the load width conditions: 30 KWD
Using a private car to transport passengers for a fee: 50 KWD
Using lights other than those permitted by law: 30 KWD
Using loudspeakers other than those permitted by law: 30 KWD
Violating public morals: 75 KWD
Violating the conditions of commercial plates: 75 KWD
Violation of the conditions of temporary customs entry: 30 KWD
Violation of the conditions of the gathering permit: 30 KWD
Violation of the conditions of the procession permit: 30 KWD
Working on roads without a permit from traffic: 75 KWD

How to check Traffic Violation in Kuwait by Civil ID online

To benefit from the Traffic Violation service, Just follow these easy steps:

Step 1: Visit General Department of Traffic website.
Step 2: Click on the Individual option.

Step 3: Type Civil ID in the empty field.
Step 4: Click on the Enquire icon from the bottom.
Step 5: Check all traffic fines.

How to pay traffic Fines in Kuwait by Civil ID online

To pay traffic Fines in Kuwait by Civil ID online, Here’s how you can do it:

Step 1: Visit General Department of Traffic website.
Step 2: Click on the Individual option.

Step 3: Type Civil ID in the empty field.
Step 4: Click on the Enquire icon from the bottom.
Step 5: Select the required Fines and then click on the Pay icon.
Step 6: Complete payment through K-net.

Conclusion

In a nutshell, the new traffic rules in Kuwait are a sure step toward safe roads and more pleasant driving experiences. For detailed information, please refer to the updated version on Kuwait How official website. From legality to practicality, Kuwait How’s got you covered for all needs regarding staying informed and compliant.