Kuwait Guide: Telephone & Internet

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  Calling in Kuwait

  How to make local and international calls

  Calling in Kuwait is a relatively straightforward matter. The first digit will tell you whether you are calling a landline or a mobile phone.

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  Landlines

  How to get a telephone in Kuwait

  Landline telephony services in Kuwait are provided by the Ministry of Communication (MOC). Typically, homes in Kuwait should already come with the infrastructure for land line services. You will need to contact the Ministry in order to set up your account – however, this might be more difficult than it sounds.

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  Mobile phones

  Getting a mobile phone in Kuwait

  There are three major mobile phone providers in Kuwait: Viva, Wataniya, and Zain. Each of these companies provides similar services such as voice mail, SMS and mobile internet.

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  Internet

  How to get internet in Kuwait

  Just under 40% of Kuwaitis use internet regularly. Broadband DSL, ADSL, dial-up and satellite networks are available in Kuwait.

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