OWWA Membership Renewal in Kuwait
Quick answer
In Kuwait, OWWA is handled by the Overseas Welfare Office (OWO) Kuwait, in the same building as MWO Kuwait in Sabah Al Salem. Membership costs USD 25, paid in Kuwaiti dinars, and lasts two years no matter how long your contract is or whether you change employer. You can renew in person at the OWWA desk of the MWO or online through the OWWA Mobile App (up to 90 days before your membership expires).
What are the requirements?
- Your passport and Kuwait Civil ID.
- Your current contract or proof of employment.
- Your OWWA number or old receipt, if you have one.
What membership covers is explained in OWWA membership and benefits.
How do you apply, step by step?
Online
1. Open the OWWA Mobile App and check whether your membership is active
2. If it is within 90 days of expiry, choose renewal and pay in the app
3. Allow 1 to 3 banking days for the payment to show
Walk-in
1. Go to OWO Kuwait, Sunday to Thursday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM
2. Show your passport and Civil ID and pay the fee
3. Keep the receipt as proof until the app shows you as active
How much does it cost?
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| OWWA membership | USD 25 | Paid in KWD at OWO Kuwait, valid two years |
How long does it take?
Same visit at the OWO desk. App payments take 1 to 3 banking days to post.
Where to go
OWO Kuwait, Building 256, Street 213, Block 2, Sabah Al Salem, Kuwait. Sunday to Thursday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Phone: +965 9403 9063, +965 6040 3858 or +965 6558 5355.
Frequently asked questions
What programs does OWO Kuwait list for members?
Scholarships for OFW dependents, education and livelihood help, the enterprise development loan program, disability and death benefits, the OWWA e-card and the OWWA rebate program.
I changed employer in Kuwait. Do I pay OWWA again?
Not if your membership is still active. It stays valid for two years even if you change employer.
Can I renew OWWA while on vacation in the Philippines?
Yes. You can use the app, or go to an OWWA Regional Welfare Office.
Who do I call about OWWA from Kuwait?
Call OWO Kuwait at the numbers above, or the DMW-OWWA hotline 1348, which is +632 1348 from outside the Philippines.
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