As we welcome 2024, let’s start dreaming about the incredible destinations waiting to be explored in the coming year by checking out the public holiday schedule for 2025. Secure the best deals by booking early and look forward to a year filled with memorable... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousuf Al-Sabah, the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense and Interior, has introduced new regulations in Kuwait concerning domestic workers, Wego reports. These... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. Kuwait and the Philippines have agreed to resume the recruitment of Filipino workers for employment in Kuwait, Wego reports. This decision follows a bilateral meeting on 23 June 2024, at Seif... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, the UAE Minister of Economy, has announced plans for the implementation of the ‘GCC Grand Tours’ visa, a unified Gulf tourist visa, during the Arabian... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. During its session held under the chairmanship of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on April 23, 2024 in Jeddah, the Saudi Council of Ministers approved the... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. The European Union made strides towards fostering closer ties with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations as it announced a pivotal decision to ease visa regulations for citizens of Saudi Arabia... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. Starting 1 June, for a period of one year, Kuwait is set to implement significant changes to its expat residency law, including the introduction of new rules for work permits, Wego has learned.... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. UAE has witnessed the heaviest rainfall since 1949, which started with a thunderstorm on Monday, 15 April 2024. As per Wego’s reports, a significant downpour has occurred in the... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. Health is the most important element of wealth, particularly when traveling for auspicious reasons. According to the comprehensive guideline released by the Kuwait Ministry of Health (MoH)... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. According to the latest report by Wego gathered from various official sources, most of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries have officially declared Wednesday, 10 April 2024, as the... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. In a significant development that strengthens the diplomatic ties between the Republic of India and the State of Kuwait, a new Indian Consular Application Center (ICAC) has been inaugurated in... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. Anticipation builds across the Gulf region as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Cabinet takes the lead in announcing the public holiday dates for Eid al-Fitr, Wego reports. This significant... Read More
This article has been reviewed by Wego‘s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. Updated May 2024 Mothers are the heartbeat of the home. Mother’s Day honours the selfless love of mothers, their contribution to their families, and... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. In a recent development, senior officials from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the European Union (EU) have reportedly engaged in discussions about the implementation of a visa waiver... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. GCC nationals have exciting prospects ahead as discussions about visa-free travel to Europe gain traction, Wego reports. Jasem Albudaiwi, the GCC Secretary-General, recently announced plans to... Read More
The month of Ramadan is considered the holiest and most sacred month of the Islamic Hijri (lunar) calendar. Muslims firmly believe that it was during this exalted month that the archangel Gabriel descended from the heavens and revealed the Message to the Prophet... Read More
Kuwait Liberation Day is celebrated every year to commemorate the end of the Gulf War and the restoration of Kuwait’s legitimate government. The occasion also honors the sacrifices of the Kuwaiti people and the coalition forces who fought for their liberation.... Read More
Kuwait National Day is a significant holiday commemorating the country’s independence from British colonial authority. This national holiday is celebrated with numerous festivities, including parades, fireworks, cultural activities, and traditional musical... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. In an effort to enhance diplomatic ties and promote people-to-people exchanges, the Japanese government is actively working towards exempting Kuwaiti passport holders, specifically those with... Read More
This article has been reviewed by Wego‘s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. Updated July 2024 Tucked away in the very essence of the Middle East, Kuwait shines as a beacon of prosperity and enduring economic strength. But beyond... Read More
This article has been reviewed by Wego’s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. Updated February 2024 Kuwait has taken a significant step to optimize its labor market by introducing part-time work permits for expatriates. The Public... Read More
This article has been reviewed by Wego’s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. Kuwait International Airport is undergoing continuous expansion efforts to establish itself as a prominent air hub in the Gulf region, with the addition of... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. A significant development unfolds for international travel as the United Kingdom launches its Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system for citizens of the UAE, other Gulf Cooperation Council... Read More
This article has been reviewed by Wego‘s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. Updated February 2024 Amidst the beauty of the Arabian Gulf, Kuwait unfolds its rich history and culture, inviting tourists to explore its beautiful... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. In a move aimed at refining the process of family reunification for expatriates, the Ministry of Interior (MoI) in Kuwait has announced the resumption of processing family reunification visas... Read More
This article has been reviewed by Wego’s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. Updated January 2024 The Silk City, also recognized as Madinat Al-Hareer, emerges as a monumental project on the horizon, poised to redefine the landscape... Read More
This article has been reviewed by Wego’s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. With the New Year approaching, consider taking advantage of a long weekend escape to welcome 2024! We’ve curated a selection of destinations that are... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. In a move to ensure enhanced convenience for Chinese visa applicants, the Chinese Embassy in Kuwait has extended the exemption from fingerprint collection for visa applicants. According to... Read More
This article has been reviewed and fact-checked by Wego’s editorial team. In a landmark decision that promises to reshape the tourism landscape of the Gulf region, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) leaders have given their official nod to the implementation of... Read More
This article has been reviewed by Wego’s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. Updated February 2024 In Kuwait, the visa transfer process enables individuals to switch their sponsorship or employer while retaining legal residency.... Read More