
Kuwait

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All shipments to Kuwait must be covered by an Arab-Irish Certificate of Origin together with an original, signed invoice and both must be certified by the AICC. The AICC will arrange document legalisation with the Kuwaiti Embassy in London.
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Health & Vet Certificates and Halal Certificates are often required
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Certificates of Conformity and BSI standards are often required for electrical goods and building materials
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All personal documentation must be authenticated by the Department of Foreign Affairs
AICC Legalisation fee for Certificate of Origin & Invoice
Members €75
Non-Members €90
Certification Fee
Members €50
Non-Members €70
* Embassy fees vary – email info@aicc.ie for a quote.
Kuwait Fact File
Country Name:
State of Kuwait
Population:
3 million (July 2020 est.)
Population Growth:
1.27% (2020 est.)
Languages:
Arabic (official), English (Commercial)
Currency:
Kuwait Dinar (KD) = 1,000 fils
Capital:
Kuwait City
Business Hours:
Government offices: 07:00 to 14:00 (Saturday to Wednesday)
Banks: 08:00 to 13:00 (Sunday to Thursday)
Reduced hours during Ramadan
Hours vary during Summer/Winter
