Every domestic worker employed in Kuwait must have a written employment contract registered with PAM. This is a mandatory legal requirement under Kuwait's Domestic Workers Law (Law No.68/2015). This guide explains what must be included and how to properly register the contract.
⚡ Quick Facts
| ⚖️ Legal Basis | Kuwait Law No. 68 of 2015 |
| ✅ Mandatory? | Yes — verbal agreements not valid |
| 📋 Languages | Arabic + worker's language (bilingual) |
| 🌐 Register Via | Ashal Platform |
| 📞 PAM | 1884880 |
📋 What the Contract Must Include
| Section | Required Content |
|---|---|
| Parties | Full name + Civil ID of employer / Name + passport of worker |
| Job Title | Specific domestic role (housemaid, driver, cook, nurse, etc.) |
| Salary | Monthly amount in KWD — clearly stated |
| Working Hours | Daily schedule — maximum 12 hours per day |
| Rest Day | 1 full weekly rest day |
| Annual Leave | 30 days paid after 1 year |
| Contract Duration | Typically 2 years |
| Accommodation | Type and standard |
| Meals | Food or meal allowance |
| Return Ticket | Employer pays return at end of contract |
| Notice Period | Minimum 1 month |
| Gratuity | End of service entitlement stated |
🔄 How to Register the Contract
Get the official PAM domestic worker contract template from manpower.gov.kw or from your licensed recruitment agency.
Fill all sections. Contract must be bilingual — Arabic + worker's native language.
Employer and domestic worker sign all copies. Worker receives their copy.
Upload the signed contract to Ashal platform as part of the work permit application — registered automatically.
Contract is recorded in the PAM system — accessible by both parties.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change contract terms after the worker arrives?
Any changes require mutual written agreement by both parties and must be updated via Ashal with PAM. Unilateral employer changes are not legally valid.
What if the employer asks the worker to sign a blank contract?
Never sign a blank or incomplete contract. This is a serious red flag and should be reported to PAM at {PHONE} or your embassy immediately.
Is a handwritten contract acceptable in Kuwait?
No — only official PAM-template contracts registered through Ashal are legally recognized under Law No.68/2015.
What happens in a contract dispute?
PAM's labor relations department mediates contract disputes. The registered Ashal contract is the official reference. Unresolved cases are referred to Kuwait's Labour Court.
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📌 Source: Kuwait PAM — Public Authority for Manpower — Updated 2026. Always verify at manpower.gov.kw