Capital city in Capital Governorate, Kuwait
Healthcare in Kuwait City: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Kuwait City
High standard of private care. Call 112 for an ambulance. Visitors pay at private hospitals; travel insurance is recommended.
Hospitals for foreigners in Kuwait City
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Dar Al Shifa Hospital | Large private hospital in Hawalli |
| Royal Hayat Hospital | Private hospital with emergency care |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: KD10–25 ($32–81) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Kuwait: Decent public and private hospitals in Kuwait City; visitors pay for treatment, so carry travel insurance.
- Pharmacies: Many pharmacies, some 24 hours; strict on controlled medicines, so carry prescriptions.
- Health spending: US$1,679 per person a year (2023); 2.3 doctors per 1,000 people (2020), World Bank.
- Emergency: All emergencies 112.
Travel and health insurance
Travel insurance isn't required to enter Kuwait, but treatment for visitors is paid upfront.
| Insurer | Good for |
|---|---|
| SafetyWing Nomad Insurance | Monthly subscription for nomads and long trips; cancel anytime. |
| Genki | Health insurance for nomads, from a European insurer. |
| World Nomads | Trip insurance that covers many adventure activities. |
| Heymondo | Single-trip, annual and long-stay plans with a medical app. |
| IMG Global | Travel medical and long-term international health plans. |
Quick answers
What is the best hospital in Kuwait City for foreigners?
Dar Al Shifa Hospital: Large private hospital in Hawalli
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Kuwait City?
About KD10–25 ($32–81) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Kuwait?
It isn't required for entry, but recommended: hospitals in Kuwait expect visitors to pay or show insurance.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Kuwait
- Kuwait Visa (Ministry of Interior)
- Kuwait International Airport
- Kuwait Public Transport Company
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