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Civil ID for New Born Baby in Kuwait: A Complete Guide 2025

Civil ID for New Born Baby in Kuwait: A Complete Guide 2025
Civil ID for New Born Baby in Kuwait
ByLama Mohammad Updated

Parents can request a Civil ID for New Born Baby in Kuwait online, whether they are children of citizens or residents, through the electronic services for the civil ID on the website of the Public Authority for Civil Information.

How to Get a Civil ID for New Born Baby in Kuwait for Citizens

You can follow the steps below to apply for a civil ID for Kuwait newborns: [1]

  • Visit Kuwaiti Newborn Registration service “from here”.
  • Input civil number of the newborn.
  • Input civil number of the father.
  • Input civil number of the mother.
  • Write your mobile number.
  • Click on “Next” button.

Civil ID for New Born Baby in Kuwait for Citizens

  • Receive a short message containing a verification code.
  • Enter the verification code in the designated place and click on “Next“.
  • Upload the required documents.
  • Click on “Save” and wait until you receive a text message to pay the fees.
  • Click on the link in the short message.
  • Enter the payment card information (K-Net).
  • Click on “Send“.
  • Go to the nearest self-service machine after about 3 working days.
  • Get the civil ID for your newborn.

How to Get a Civil ID for New Born Baby in Kuwait for Residents

Below you can find the steps to obtain a civil ID for newborns for residents in Kuwait: [2]

  • Visit Non-Kuwaiti Newborn Registration service “from here“.
  • Input the civil number of the newborn.
  • Input the father’s civil number in the designated space.
  • Input the mother’s civil number.
  • Input your mobile number.
  • Click “Next“.

Civil ID for New Born Baby in Kuwait for Residents

  • Receive a text message containing a verification code.
  • Input the verification code in the designated space.
  • Click “Next“.
  • Upload the required documents.
  • Click “Save“.
  • Wait until you receive a text message to pay the fees.
  • Click on the link in the text message.
  • Input your payment card information (K-Net).
  • Click on “Send“.
  • Go to the nearest self-service machine after about 3 working days.
  • Get the civil ID for your newborn.

Conditions to Get a Civil ID for New Born Baby in Kuwait

Below you can find the requirements for obtaining a civil ID for newborns in Kuwait:

Category Conditions for obtaining a civil ID for newborns
Newborns to Kuwaiti citizens
  • The guardian or legal representative has to be present if the application is submitted in person.
  • The newborn must be added to the passport or have his own passport.
  • The newborn has to be registered within 60 days from the date of birth or within one month from the date of entry into Kuwait.
  • The required fees and fines have to be paid in case of delay of more than 60 days from the date of birth.
  • The photo must be front and with a suitable background that does not affect its clarity.
Newborns to residents in Kuwait
  • The guardian or legal representative must be present if the application is submitted in person.
  • The newborn must be registered within 60 days from the date of birth.
  • The required fees and fines must be paid in case of delay of more than 60 days from the date of birth.

Documents required to obtain a Civil ID for New Born Baby in Kuwait

Below you can find the documents required to obtain a civil ID for Kuwaiti and non-Kuwaiti newborns:

Category Documents
Newborns of Kuwaiti citizens
  • Original birth certificate.
  • Copy of birth certificate.
  • Two personal photos.
  • Proof of residential address.
  • Official power of attorney in case of personal attendance by the legal representative.
Newborns of residents in Kuwait
  • Original birth certificate.
  • Copy of birth certificate.
  • Original passport.
  • Copy of passport and guest page.
  • Document proving blood type.
  • Post office envelope.
Newborns of GCC citizens
  • Original birth certificate.
  • Copy of birth certificate.
  • Original passport.
  • Copy of passport.
  • Blood type document.
  • Post office envelope.

Civil ID for New Born Baby in Kuwait Fees

You can find in the table below the fees for obtaining a civil ID for newborns in Kuwait:

Category Fees
Civil ID 5 KWD
Envelope Fee 0.25 KWD

Civil ID for New Born Baby in Kuwait Link

The civil ID for newborns in Kuwait for the children of citizens can be requested directly from the following link: services.paci.gov.kw, while the civil ID for the children of residents in Kuwait can be requested from the following link: services.paci.gov.kw within 60 days from the date of birth.

conclusion

The civil ID is one of the most important government documents granted to newborns in Kuwait, it has to be obtained within 60 days of the date of birth to avoid paying additional fines, so do not hesitate to obtain it for your newborn.

Questions & Answers

How do I get a first time Civil ID in Kuwait?

The Kuwaiti civil ID can be obtained for the first time by submitting an application through the website of the Public Authority for Civil Information by citizens and residents.

How many days will it take to get a Civil ID for new born in Kuwait?

Civil ID for newborns in Kuwait can be obtained within 3 working days.

How much is the civil ID fee for non-Kuwaiti newborn?

The civil ID fee for non-Kuwaiti newborn is 5.25 KWD.

How much is the civil ID fee for Kuwaiti newborn?

The civil ID fee for non-Kuwaiti newborn is 5.25 KWD.

References

[1]services.paci.gov.kwKuwaiti Newborn Registration9 Mar 2025
[2]services.paci.gov.kwNon-Kuwaiti Newborn Registration9 Mar 2025
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