Kuwait Welder – Immediate Start, Overtime & 1 Day Off

Kuwait City, Kuwait
Kuwait Welder – Immediate Start, Overtime & 1 Day Off
Company
KUWAIT JOBS HERE
Location
Kuwait City
Job type
Full-time
Posted
15 days ago
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Job description
A job service in Kuwait is hiring Welders and Welding Helpers for full-time positions in Kuwait City. Welders can earn 240 KD, while Helpers earn 180 KD. The work entails 8-hour shifts plus available overtime, with 1 day off per week. Applicants should have at least 1 year of welding experience and relevant qualifications. Basic knowledge of welding is acceptable for helpers. Immediate joining is available.
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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in Kuwait

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What is the minimum salary required for a welder work permit in Kuwait in 2026?
As per the Public Authority for Manpower, the minimum salary for issuing a work permit for welders is KWD 320 per month as of January 2026. This applies to expatriate workers in the private sector under the approved occupational wage list. Salaries below this threshold will not be approved for visa processing.
Source: Public Authority for Manpower
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What are the visa requirements for international welders applying for jobs in Kuwait?
International welders need a job offer from a PAM-registered employer, followed by a work permit application via the PAM portal, requiring a salary of at least KWD 320 monthly. After PAM approval, apply for residency visa at Ministry of Interior within 60 days, including medical fitness test and police clearance. Processing takes 5-7 working days for PAM permit as of 2026.
Source: Public Authority for Manpower
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What education and experience are required for welder jobs in Kuwait?
Welders must have at least a high school diploma or vocational training certificate in welding, plus 3 years of verifiable experience in MIG/TIG/arc welding. Kuwaiti nationals require no experience, but expatriates need attested experience letters from previous employers. This is mandated under PAM occupational classification effective 2026.
Source: Public Authority for Manpower
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What documents are needed to apply for a welder job and work permit in Kuwait?
Required documents include passport copy valid for 6+ months, 4 passport photos, attested welding certificates, experience letters, CV, and medical fitness certificate from approved clinic costing KWD 25. Employer submits via PAM e-services portal; applicants upload scans within 48 hours of job offer. Approval grants 3-month entry visa as of 2026.
Source: Public Authority for Manpower