Kuwait eSIM

Mobile networks in Kuwait

Good to know in Kuwait

• Networks

  Zain, Ooredoo and stc

  Kuwait's three mobile networks are Zain, Ooredoo and stc, and all appear on the regulator CITRA's list of licensed companies, where stc goes by Kuwait Telecom Company. A Virgin-branded virtual operator also sells mobile service, running on another company's network rather than its own.

• Internet access

  Careful what you like

  Kuwaiti law against criticising the Amir, the royal family or Islam reaches online too. Canada's travel advice points out that it covers what you post, share or even like on social media, so think twice before reacting to posts on those subjects while you're here.

• Your phone

  Hands off while driving

  Using a mobile phone at the wheel is taken seriously here: the UK government warns the offence can bring heavy fines, imprisonment or deportation. Set up navigation before you pull away and keep the phone in a mount.

• Weather

  Summer heat

  Between June and August temperatures run well above 40°C, and heatstroke can be fatal. Canada's advice also says to always carry a phone and a charger when you drive, so a breakdown never leaves you stuck in the heat with no way to call for help.

• Emergencies
  112Police, ambulance, fire

  From the UK's and Canada's travel advice, which both give 112 for all three services.