Do’s and Don’ts Inside the Kuwait Airport Amidst The COVID-19 Pandemic

On August 1, the Supreme Committee mandated for the resume of arrival and departure flights under the protocols approved by the Ministry of Health in Kuwait.

A medical certificate from the Ministry of Health will be given to passengers departing Kuwait to testify that they are free from COVID-19. This certificate is not free of charge.

The number of outgoing and incoming flights will also be distributed equally among airlines to better meet the guidelines set by the Ministry of Health. There will be no meals for short flights and will only be available for long flights. A pre-enclosed food pack will be given to these passengers.

Handbags are also not allowed as carry-on luggage inside the aircraft. There will be an isolated area allocated to those who are under suspected cases and people who had close contact with them.

For Arrivals:

Secure a PCR Health Certificate – this proves that you are negative of COVID-19
Sign a Commitment Pledge to the Ministry of Health that you adhered to the institutional or domestic quarantine
10% random PCR examination of the total passengers for every flight
Passengers are required to wear face masks and gloves. They should also undergo a temperature check before their boarding and arrival.

For Departures:

Passengers departing the country should secure a health certificate to ensure that they are negative of COVID-19
The ground service companies situated at the airport are responsible for providing health certificates for departing passengers
Passengers are requested to follow health requirements such as wearing masks, gloves, and to always maintain social distancing.

Rules To Be Followed By The Airport Staff

Employees will be examined twice daily
Thermal cameras will be the one to carry out the examination. Staff with 37.5 degrees Celsius and above will not be allowed to board the aircraft
The number of employees in the same place shall be reduced
Unnecessary meetings and activities that encourage large crowds will not be allowed
Employees will be distributed in every department to work as a team
Employee breaks and intervals will be limited
Employees will be provided with housing for physical separation and self-isolation

Passenger Terminal

There will be a thermal checkpoint at the entrances of the airport
Thermal cameras will carry out the examination. People with 37.5 degrees Celsius will not be allowed to enter
Only travelers and employees are allowed to enter the airport. Those who want to book their tickets will also be allowed inside.
It is advised not to have companions, except those with special needs and the elderly
Those who did not have their pledge 24 hours before their arrival will not be allowed entry
Worship places will be closed until further notice

Travel Check-in Area

As much as possible, avoid the trolley service. Use it if necessary
A transparent barrier is prepared to separate travelers and employees at the registration counter
Airport employees and crew are instructed to limit their contact with passengers
Approaching passengers face to face will not be allowed
Passengers are requested to use masks and gloves when traveling.

Access Procedures