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Kuwait · Government & SafetyPACI (Civil ID)
PACI, the Public Authority for Civil Information, issues the Kuwaiti Civil ID and runs the Kuwait Mobile ID app used to prove identity everywhere in the country.
What it helps with
- Getting a Civil IDStatus and collection of the card.
- Registering an addressRequired after every move.
- Proving identity on the phoneKuwait Mobile ID.
About PACI (Civil ID):
Every resident needs a Civil ID for banking, SIM cards, rent and medical care. On the PACI site and app residents check card status, pay fees, update their address and book collection of a new card.
Key Features:
- Civil ID status: Check when a new or renewed card is ready.
- Address update: Register a new home address.
- Kuwait Mobile ID: A digital ID accepted by banks and ministries.
How to Get Started:
- Open paci.gov.kw or install Kuwait Mobile ID.
- Enter your Civil ID number to check its status.
- Pay the card fee online if one is due.
- Collect the card from a PACI kiosk when it is ready.
Before you use it
- Sign-up: New residents receive the Civil ID only after the residency permit is stamped.
- Good to know: The Mobile ID app needs a Kuwaiti number linked to your Civil ID.
Foreign card OK
English available
Local number needed
Local ID needed
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does PACI (Civil ID) work with a foreign bank card in Kuwait?
- Yes — PACI (Civil ID) accepts foreign-issued cards in Kuwait.
- Is PACI (Civil ID) available in English?
- Yes, PACI (Civil ID) has an English-language interface.
- Do I need a local phone number to use PACI (Civil ID)?
- Yes, PACI (Civil ID) requires a local phone number to register.
- Do I need local ID or residency for PACI (Civil ID)?
- Yes, PACI (Civil ID) requires local ID or residency status.
- Where can I use PACI (Civil ID)?
- Web · iOS · Android
- How much does PACI (Civil ID) cost?
- Card fees per PACI tariff; online status checks free