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GCC nationals working in Kuwait

We hired a Bahraini national in Kuwait. Which social insurance applies?

The situation

GCC nationals are covered through GCC social insurance extension arrangements, which link to their home scheme.

The law

  • Social Insurance Law (administered by PIFSS): Kuwaiti employees: employer 11.5% and employee 8% of salary up to KWD 2,750 a month, plus employee 2.5% up to KWD 1,500; expatriates are not covered

What it means for you

GCC nationals are covered through GCC social insurance extension arrangements linked to their home scheme. Rates and procedures differ by nationality. Ask PIFSS which scheme applies before the first payroll.

What to do

  1. Confirm nationality.
  2. Ask PIFSS.
  3. Register.
  4. Pay correctly.

Rates for GCC nationals unverified.

We can do this for youPIFSS contributions for Kuwaiti staff and end-of-service planning for expatriates: KWD 150

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