Is Kuwait City safe for solo female travelers?

Kuwait City is generally safe for solo female travelers, with a low crime rate. However, it's important to respect local customs and dress modestly. Female travelers may occasionally experience unwanted attention, but there's little harassment or violence. Always ensure you have a reliable means of transportation after dark, and keep emergency contact numbers at hand.

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How safe is Kuwait City for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

3.3 /5

based on 3 experiences from female travelers

Dania

Dania

Turkey

Solo travel

I had the chance to spend two days as a solo traveler in Kuwait City, and it was an unforgettable experience! The currency is very strong, but I managed to stick to a tight budget by using Couchsurfing. The locals were incredibly hospitable and friendly—whenever someone realized I was a tourist, they would offer me gifts or invite me for meals. Believe it or not, I only spent $50 during my entire two-day trip! As for local transportation, forget about asking locals for tips—most people use their own cars or taxis/Ubers. Public buses are mostly used by the working class, but since I was...

Posted: February 18, 2025
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Lamyaa

Lamyaa

Oman

Group travel

Kuwait was safe, not so many things to see, people were not the most friendly. It was colder than Oman. The shopping was great, food was the best. But not so many things to see. I loved the towers. You will have to rent a car.

Posted: January 14, 2025
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Andjela

Andjela

Republic of Serbia

Solo travel

During my visit to Kuwait city, I was feeling safe in general, but at some moments, for a solo female traveler wasnt so relaxed. First off all - arrival. At the airport, border officers are there to do the visa process, but when they asked for a reason of visit, and I said tourism, they started laughing. I didnt realise why, but after, I got it. Maybe cause the tourism there is still at very low level. Also at the city, people mostly dont walk. Petrol is very cheap so they are driving. Outside was me and few workers at the construction site, so they were staring, as much as people from the...

Posted: April 11, 2024Experienced: January, 2024
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How safe is Kuwait City for women?

Local safety index

3.8 /5

Based on 3 local experiences

Local crime index

1 /5

Based on 3 local experiences

Kuwait is a relatively very safe country. Petty crimes are not common and even if they happen they are taken seriously here. The main issue I have is when walking alone most of the time I do experience some cat calling or street harassment, but only verbal.

Posted: April 16, 2025
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I’ve lived here most of my life. Kuwait is generally safe for solo women travelers, with low crime rates and respectful locals. Dress modestly to respect cultural norms, and exercise caution at night or in unfamiliar areas.

Posted: January 26, 2025
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It is very safe, i dont have to worry about bejng mugged or robbed. But as a girl, i feel it is safer when you are not alone or with a man. It is quite safe to walk at any time, but still better not to walk alone at night.

Posted: May 9, 2024
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