Updated: 2026-04-17 · Official Fee Schedule

Kuwait Civil ID Payment & Fee Schedule

One thing that confuses a lot of people: you don't pay the card fee and the fine in the same place. Card fees go through the PACI portal directly; outstanding fines are paid on the Ministry of Finance pay.gov.kw portal. If you pay the fine through PACI, it may not clear. Always use the right portal.

Standard Card Fees

Paid exactly when applying for renewal, replacement, or first-time issue.

Fines & Penalties

Must be cleared first before you can even attempt to renew or issue a card.

Complete Fee Structure (2026)

Make sure you know exactly what procedure you are performing, as lost cards and damage replacements carry different fee weights.

Service Type	Fee (KD)	Notes
Standard Renewal	5 KD	Standard for all expat (Article 18, 22) and citizen renewals.
First-Time Issuance	5 KD	Standard first-issue fee for new expatriates.
Replacement (Damaged)	5 KD	You must surrender the old, damaged card to PACI upon collection.
Replacement (Lost Card)	15 KD	A filed police report is mandatory before applying.
Home Delivery	+2 KD	Optional. Paid to NVS-Kuwait for courier delivery.
Photo Update (Standalone)	5 KD	Free if done simultaneously during a standard renewal.
GCC Renewal Fee	5.250 KD	Specific standard fee for GCC nationals.
Domestic Worker (Article 20)	2 KD	Discounted renewal cost borne by the Kuwaiti sponsor.

Common Fine Amounts

Pay these at pay.gov.kw using KNET or Credit Card.

Fine Type	Flat Amount	Details
Late Renewal Fine	20 KD	Applied immediately after the 30-day grace period following expiry.
Late Address Change	20 KD	Legally required within 30 days of changing tenancy contract.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the Civil ID renewal fee?

The standard renewal fee for Kuwaiti citizens, expats, and first-time applicants is 5 KD. Note that GCC nationals have a slightly different fee of 5.250 KD, and domestic workers are charged 2 KD.

How much does it cost to replace a lost Civil ID?

Replacing a lost Civil ID costs 15 KD. You must also file a police report before applying for the replacement. It does not cost the standard 5 KD.

Can I pay my Civil ID fines and renewal fees together?

No. Outstanding fines (like late renewal or address change fines) must be paid on pay.gov.kw. Standard processing fees (like the 5 KD renewal) are paid directly through the PACI e-services portal.

What payment methods does PACI accept?

For standard card processing fees at PACI, only KNET debit cards are accepted. For paying fines on pay.gov.kw, both KNET and standard Credit Cards are accepted.