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Currency: Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) :dollar:

  • šŸ‡°šŸ‡¼ KWD 1 ā‰ˆ šŸ‡®šŸ‡³ INR 270

At the Airport :flight_departure:

Item Price Payment Method
Sim card (Zain, Ooredoo, stc) From KWD 5 :credit_card: Card / :dollar: Cash
Metro bus from airport From KWD 1 :dollar: Cash
Taxi from airport From KWD 8 :credit_card: Card / :dollar: Cash

:bulb: Pro Tip: Get a local sim card at the airport for better rates on calls and data.

Money Forms in Kuwait :currency_exchange:

  1. KWD cash :dollar:
  2. Credit/Debit cards (widely accepted) :credit_card:
  3. USD cash (for emergencies) :dollar:
  4. Backup: Additional cards :credit_card:

Payment Acceptance :credit_card::dollar:

Location Cash Card
Small shops :white_check_mark: :white_check_mark: (mostly)
Supermarkets :white_check_mark: :white_check_mark:
Hotels :white_check_mark: :white_check_mark:
Restaurants :white_check_mark: :white_check_mark:
Taxis :white_check_mark: :white_check_mark: (app-based)

Activities & Transport :man_walking::taxi:

Service Payment Method
Public buses :dollar: Cash
Taxis :dollar: Cash / :credit_card: Card (app-based)
Car rental :credit_card: Card
Tourist attractions :credit_card: Card / :dollar: Cash
Shopping malls :credit_card: Card / :dollar: Cash

Important Tips :bangbang:

āœ… Always choose to pay in KWD when using a card āŒ Never choose the INR value on the screen (includes high conversion fees) āœ… Tipping is customary (10% in restaurants if service charge isn't included) āœ… The Kuwaiti Dinar is one of the world's highest-valued currencies

Using ATMs in Kuwait :atm:

  • ATMs are widely available in cities and shopping malls
  • Some ATMs may charge fees for foreign card withdrawals
  • Major banks: National Bank of Kuwait, Kuwait Finance House, Gulf Bank
  • :atm: Use ATMs inside banks or shopping malls for added security
  • :bulb: Inform your bank about your travel to avoid card blocks

Daily Budget Guide :moneybag:

Type of Spend Starting From
Stay Budget hotels: KWD 20
Mid-range hotels: KWD 35
Food Local restaurant: KWD 3-5
Mid-range restaurant: KWD 8-15
Transport Bus ride: KWD 1
Short taxi ride: KWD 3-5
Sightseeing Many attractions are free, others around KWD 3-5

:bulb: Kuwait is generally expensive, especially for accommodation and dining out!

Money Exchange :currency_exchange:

  • Banks and authorized money exchangers offer the best rates
  • Many shopping malls have currency exchange offices
  • :bank: Major exchange chains: Al Mulla Exchange, Kuwait Bahrain Exchange
  • :bulb: Credit cards often offer better exchange rates than cash exchanges

Cultural Considerations :mosque:

  • :mantelpiece_clock: Business hours may change during prayer times
  • :date: Most businesses close or have reduced hours during Ramadan
  • :womans_clothes: Dress modestly, especially in public areas and traditional markets (souqs)
  • :calendar: Many businesses are closed on Friday mornings
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