If you ever plan to visit Kuwait, you should know about the practice of renting a car in Kuwait. Though there are several public transport options are available many travelers choose to rent vehicles for the freedom of traveling and for the thrill of driving around and exploring this beautiful country. Let us see what you should know about renting a car in Kuwait.
- If you are from a country where drivers sit at the right-hand side of the car, be careful, Kuwait follows the left-hand drive system. Vehicles need to move to the right-hand side of the road.
- Seat belts are must in Kuwait and using mobile phones while driving is a violation of the traffic law. Traffic law violations may fetch heavy fines.
- Many roads are 4-6 lanes in Kuwait. Be careful while shifting the lanes while driving. Do not create a problem with other vehicles by frequent lane shifting. Turn on signal lights before shifting lanes.
- You should either hold a Kuwaiti Driving License or International Driving License if you want to jump onto the driver’s seat in Kuwait. Driving without a valid and approved license is a violation of the laws. The International Driving License is applicable only to the visitors. If you have a work permit in Kuwait, then you need to have a valid Kuwaiti License. Apart from this, an additional International Drivers insurance is also applicable to foreign drivers except for the GCC nationals.
- There are many car rental firms operating in Kuwait. Always go for a branded rental agency to get your vehicle. Many international car rental companies operate in Kuwait like Osoul House.
- Book your car online before entering the country. It will help you to pick your car right at the airport itself. Many car rental firms in Kuwait offers Airport drop of booked vehicles. Popular car rental companies in Kuwait have their offices at the airport itself.
- Decide what vehicle may suit your purpose. There is a luxury, economic, sedans, SUV and few more segments available for rent. Go for the category of the vehicle that exactly suits your purpose of travel, number of people with you and the size of the luggage you carry.
- Check for the gasoline levels while picking your vehicle. Most of the renting agencies will provide you with a full tank of fuel. You need to return the car in the same condition as delivered.
- Speed Check cameras are everywhere in the country. Be aware of the speed regulations on each road you are driving. Over speeding may cause fines and other penalties.
- Keep the contact numbers of the agency always with you. Also, collect the emergency contact number of the agency and the number of the roadside assistance team.
