Renting a flat in Kuwait: Salmiya, Hawally and Mangaf
Rents, deposits and the PACI address.
In short
Most expats rent unfurnished flats paid monthly. Water is often included; electricity is billed separately at low rates. Your landlord must register your PACI address.
- 2-bed Salmiya
- KWD 300–450/month
- Deposit
- 1 month
- Agent
- Half month
- Electricity
- Low, subsidised
Step by step
Tick each step as you finish it. Open a step to see what to do.
Facebook groups, 4Sale, agents.
1–2 weeks
Documents checklist
Do’s and don’ts
Do
- Get receipts for rent
Don’t
- Don’t rent from someone who is not the owner or authorised
Cost estimator
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Watch out
- Bachelors may be restricted in family-only areas.
Common questions
Can expats buy?
Generally no, except GCC nationals and limited cases.
Official links
Background and more detail
Most expats rent unfurnished flats paid monthly. Water is often included; electricity is billed separately at low rates. Your landlord must register your PACI address.
Key facts
- 2-bed Salmiya: KWD 300–450/month
- Deposit: 1 month
- Agent: Half month
- Electricity: Low, subsidised
Steps
- Search – Facebook groups, 4Sale, agents.
- Sign lease – Get PACI number.
- Register address – Via PACI.
Watch out
- Bachelors may be restricted in family-only areas.
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