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Request a Vehicle Report in Kuwait

For a vehicle report you need either the responsible person's Civil ID or a formal authorization for a representative.

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Documents you need

Individuals

  • Civil ID of the person in charge
  • An official authorization for the representative

Company vehicles

  • A valid signature authorization for the representative
  • Signature authorization for the company owner

Official form (PDF)

Official GDT vehicle report request 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

How much does a vehicle report cost in Kuwait?

The fee is set by the GDT and can change, so we do not list amounts. Check the current fee on the official GDT page linked at the bottom of this page.

Can someone else request it for me?

Yes, with an official authorization for the representative.

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Vehicles

Transfer vehicle ownership

Both buyer and seller must appear in front of the GDT employee, transfer the insurance and confirm there are no outstanding financial violations.

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Vehicle modifications

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.

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Vehicle registration renewal

Renewing a vehicle registration in Kuwait comes down to renewed insurance, a technical inspection and your ownership papers.

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Cancel vehicle registration

Cancelling a registration is the step before taking a vehicle out of the country: you get an export certificate valid for 48 hours.

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Scrap a vehicle

Scrapping goes through the unused-vehicles division in Al-Jahra; insurance is not required.

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New vehicle registration

New and imported vehicles are registered by the GDT after a customs certificate, a technical inspection and valid insurance.

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