Civil ID for New Born Baby in Kuwait: Your Essential Guide 2025

Civil ID for New Born Baby in Kuwait: Your Essential Guide 2025
Civil ID for New Born Baby in Kuwait

Kuwaiti citizens and foreign residents in Kuwait must register newborns immediately to avoid delays in the registration process. You can take advantage of the online birth registration service through the Public Authority for Civil Information.

Steps to Get Civil ID for Kuwaiti Newborn Baby

By following the simple steps bellow you can Apply Civil ID Online For Kuwaiti Newborn: [1]

  • Visit the Kuwaiti Newborn Registration page “from here“.
  • Fill in the registration form with required data by following the next steps:
    • Enter the newborn’s civil number in the suitable field.
    • Enter the father’s civil number in the suitable field.
    • Enter the mother’s civil number in the suitable field.
    • Enter the mobile phone number in the suitable field.
  • Press on the “Next” icon.

Steps to Get Civil ID for Kuwaiti Newborn Baby 

  • Follow the remaining instructions to complete the newborn registration process.
  • Upload digital copies of the necessary documents.
  • Click the “Submit” icon to submit the application.
  • The system will display the fees for registering Kuwaiti newborns.
  • Click the “Pay” icon.
  • Enter the payment card (KNET) information in the designated fields as follows:
    • Add the bank name.
    • Add the card number.
    • Add the card expiration date.
    • Add the card’s PIN.
  • After confirming the process, you will receive a notification confirming the successful payment and a payment receipt containing all payment information.
  • Click the “Print” icon to print the receipt and use it when receiving the civil ID card.
  • When the civil ID card is ready, you will receive a message explaining this. You can also track the status of the civil ID card on the Public Authority for Civil Information website.
  • To receive your newborn’s civil ID card, visit the Public Authority for Civil Information’s collection centers, submit the receipt to an employee, and obtain the card.

Steps to Apply Civil ID Online for non-Kuwaiti Newborn

You can apply Civil ID Online for non-Kuwaiti Newborn In Kuwait, by following the simple steps: [2]

  • Go to the Non-Kuwaiti Newborn Registration page “from here“.
  • Type the newborn’s civil number in the empty field.
  • Type the father’s civil number in the empty field.
  • Type the mother’s civil number in the empty field.
  • Type the mobile phone number in the empty field.
  • Press on the “Next” icon.

Steps to Get Civil ID for Kuwaiti Newborn Baby 

  • Upload required documents.
  • Click on “Send” icon.
  • The non-Kuwaiti birth registration fees will be displayed.
  • Click on the Payment icon.
  • Enter your payment card (KNET) details in the designated fields, including: (bank name, card number, card expiration date, and PIN).
  • Confirm the payment process after receiving a message confirming the payment.
  • If the process is successful, a payment summary will be displayed.
  • Click the “Print” icon.
  • Keep the receipt as an electronic or paper copy and present it when receiving your new civil card from the collection centers.
  • Check and track the status of your civil card through the Public Authority for Civil Information website and collect it from service centers when it is ready.

Conditions to Get a Civil ID for New Born Baby 

You can find the conditions to apply Civil ID For Newborn In Kuwait by the following table:

  • To complete the procedures for obtaining a civil ID for your newborn, you or either parent must be present at the service center. If both parents are unable to attend, a legal representative may be sent, along with a legal power of attorney.
  • You must obtain a civil ID for the newborn within 60 days of birth, or within one month from the date of entry into Kuwait.
  • If the birth occurred outside Kuwait and you are a Kuwaiti citizen, you must have added the newborn to your passport before obtaining the ID, and you must register the newborn within one month of your return to Kuwait.
  • You must pay the required fees and fines if you are late for more than 60 days from your date of birth or more than one month after entering Kuwait.

Documents Required to Get a Civil ID for Newborn in Kuwait

You can find out requirement document to get a Civil ID for Newborn baby in Kuwait by the following table:

Kuwaiti newborn
  • Original Certificate of nationality and copy of it
  • Original Kuwaiti birth certificate and a copy of it
  • Document proving blood type.
  • Service envelope
  • Civil card for Parents.
  • Two personal photos.
  • Proof of residential address.
  • Official power of attorney in case of personal attendance by the legal representative.
(GCC) newborn in Kuwait
  • Original Passport and a copy of it
  • Original birth certificate and a copy of it
  • Document proving blood type.
  • Service envelope
Non-Kuwaiti newborn
  • Original Passport and a copy of it
  • Original birth certificate and a copy of it
  • Document proving blood type.
  • Service envelope

Apply Civil ID for Newborn in Kuwait fees

Here are the fees of Apply Civil ID for Newborn in Kuwait:

Kuwaiti newborn  Smart card acquisition fees 5 KD
Envelope 0.250 KD
(GCC) newborn in Kuwait  Smart card acquisition fees 5 KD
Envelope 0.250 KD
Non-Kuwaiti newborn  Smart card acquisition fees 5 KD
Envelope 0.250 KD

Link to Obtain a Civil ID for a Kuwaiti Newborn

Register your newborn’s information and obtain a civil ID for them by accessing the following link: services.paci.gov.kw if you are a Kuwaiti citizen, or by accessing the link designated for registering non-Kuwaiti newborns: services.paci.gov.kw. Then, complete the procedures and add the required information.

Conclusion

The civil ID is an essential document that cannot be dispensed with, regardless of age. Therefore, you must take the initiative to register your newborn and obtain a civil ID for them through the new birth registration services on the Public Authority for Civil Information website. Enter your information and the information of the newborn, pay the fees, and obtain the new ID.

Questions & Answers

How do I get a first time Civil ID for baby in Kuwait?

Log in to the new birth registration service on the PACI website, then add the birth's civil number and the parents' civil number, attach the required documents, and pay the fees.

What is the fee for newborn baby Civil id?

The registration fee for newborns in Kuwait is five Kuwaiti dinars for citizens and residents.

What documents are required for a newborn baby?

A birth certificate, blood type proof document, and nationality document must be submitted for citizens. For residents of Kuwait, a birth certificate, passport, and blood type proof document must be submitted.

How many days will it take to get a new Civil ID for baby in Kuwait?

It may take about a week to a month to obtain a civil ID for a newborn in Kuwait.

References

[1]services.paci.gov.kwKuwaiti Newborn Registration6 Apr 2025
[2]services.paci.gov.kwNon-Kuwaiti Newborn Registration6 Apr 2025