Kuwait may ban expats from owning more than 2 cars

Monday, February 19, 2024

Authorities are considering a proposal to regulate the number of vehicles expatriates are allowed to own. According to reports by local media, traffic department at the interior ministry is preparing to issue a decree prohibiting expatriates from registering more than two vehicles in their name for personal use. If they need more than this specified number, they must approach the traffic department with a request and provide justifications. Additional fee may be charged for each additional vehicle.

According to reports, this measure is to combat unlicensed trading, reduce pollution, alleviate traffic congestion and address the scarcity of parking spaces for citizens at commercial complexes, markets and various public places. It also says that there is a widespread presence of dilapidated vehicles owned by expatriates on Kuwaiti streets, contributing to congestion, chaos and traffic accidents. They use the public spaces and parking lots designated for schools, mosques and commercial complexes for parking these vehicles.

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