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Vehicle Modifications and Color Change in Kuwait

Any fundamental change to a vehicle that alters its license data has to be reported to the General Directorate of Traffic, and color changes follow Article 47 of the Traffic Law.

On the GDT website, the link called "License for ATV (Buggy)" opens this same page, so the rules below are the only text the GDT publishes for it. Registering a new vehicle? Start with New vehicle registration.

Conditions for changes and color changes

  1. Notify the GDT of any fundamental change that changes the data of the vehicle license, as per Article (10) of the Traffic Law and Article (16) of its Executive Regulations.
  2. Bring updated insurance papers from the insurer that show the change.
  3. For a color change, follow Article (47): the body must be coated with a fixed paint that is not identical to the color and design of government cars (Police, Army, National Guard, General Fire Force, ambulance and others). Adhesive papers or non-stable materials instead of paint are prohibited.
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Official form (PDF)

Official GDT vehicle modifications form. Original document published by the General Traffic Department (GDT), Ministry of Interior. We host a copy for convenience and it is unchanged.

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Source: Based on the official GDT procedure page:Click here.

Compiled October 2026. Rules and offices can change: confirm with the GDT before you go. This site is not affiliated with the government.

Frequently asked questions

Can I wrap my car in a different color in Kuwait?

The GDT says adhesive papers or non-stable materials instead of paint are prohibited. The body must have a fixed coating of paint.

Can I copy a police or ambulance color scheme?

No. Paint must not be identical to the color and design of government vehicles.

Is there a separate ATV license page?

The GDT link for "License for ATV (Buggy)" opens this same page.

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