Commercial Driver’s License

To be eligible for a Group 2 licence in Kuwait, you must be at least 21 years old and meet vision and health requirements.

Expatriates must have a valid Kuwaiti residency and a work permit to apply for any commercial driving licence including Group 2 or 3.

Kuwait requires applicants to pass vision tests and submit a medical certificate proving fitness for commercial vehicle operation.

Licences must be renewed every 10 years for drivers under 60, with required medical checkups and traffic violation clearance.

In Kuwait, failed CDL applicants must wait at least one week before attempting the road test again, and reapply through the licensing office.

Heavy vehicles with trailers may require special training and endorsement, depending on the length and weight of the unit.

Before licence issuance or renewal, Kuwaits traffic department checks for unpaid fines, suspension, or serious offences.

Driving a heavy commercial vehicle without a valid Group 2 or Group 3 licence in Kuwait can result in license cancellation, fines, and vehicle impoundment.

Non-Kuwaiti licences must be translated and verified by the embassy, followed by a written, vision, and road test for local licensing approval.

Transporting dangerous goods in Kuwait requires permission from the Ministry of Interior and specific safety training.

Suspension of a Group 2 licence prohibits driving any heavy or commercial truck until reinstated by authorities.

Drivers must always carry a valid medical certificate; expired documentation can lead to licence suspension or renewal denial.

Kuwait law requires all heavy trucks to be equipped with working headlights, tail lamps, and reflective materials for visibility after dark.

Overloaded trucks are a traffic violation in Kuwait and may be stopped, fined, or forced to offload excess weight.

Kuwait enforces environmental rules; poor engine maintenance and emissions can result in penalties or rejection during inspection.

Kuwait prohibits handheld mobile use while driving, including truck operators. Violations may result in fines and demerit points.

All accidents, even minor ones, must be reported. Failing to report can result in legal action or licence penalties.

All trucks in Kuwait must carry safety gear like fire extinguishers, warning triangles, and spare tires for roadworthiness.

Speed limits for trucks are strictly enforced and violations often lead to higher fines due to increased crash risk.

You must use the correct vehicle class for your licence category using a smaller or lighter truck can result in licence restrictions.

Bribery or attempting to influence licensing staff is a serious offence that may result in criminal charges and permanent disqualification.

Drivers with foreign truck licences should begin the conversion process soon after arrival to legally operate commercial vehicles.

Safety regulations require using warning triangles and hazard lights to alert other drivers when broken down on roadways.

A change in employer does not cancel your licence, but you must update your residency and work permit with authorities.

Commercial food transport vehicles must maintain refrigeration standards and pass Ministry of Health checks if inspected.

Submitting fake papers or impersonation for truck licensing is a criminal offence in Kuwait with severe legal consequences.

Trucks must follow reduced speed limits and extra caution is expected around schools during operating hours.

Kuwait restricts heavy truck movement in cities during peak traffic hours to reduce congestion and enhance safety.

You must report the loss and apply for a duplicate with identification, photos, and a fee through Kuwaits licensing authority.