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Labour & Employment in Kuwait

Covers contracts, wages, leave and end-of-service indemnity.

General information — last reviewed 20 October 2026 — to be reviewed by a licensed lawyer. Not legal advice.

Key legislation

No. 6 of 2010In force

Labour Law in the Private Sector No. 6 of 2010

Covers contracts, wages, leave and end-of-service indemnity.

Last reviewed: 20 October 2026Labour Law No. 6 of 2010

Typical steps

  1. Collect your contract, payslips and messages
  2. File a complaint with MOHRE (or the free-zone authority)
  3. Mediation meeting with the employer
  4. If unresolved, the case is referred to the Labour Court
  5. Judgment and enforcement

General steps; procedure differs by country.

Official authorities

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