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Kuwait Bay
Hammour + Zubaidiurban fishing
Asia · Fishing World Guide
Kuwait.
Fishing in Kuwait 2026: Permits, Best Spots, Charters & Costs
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target species
Yes
license needed
May–Oct
best season
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Do you need a license?
License
Yes.
Sport fishing permit: From 5-10 KWD (~15-30 EUR). Included in charter price.
›All license details
- Where to apply?
- Via charter boat providers or Public Authority for Agriculture and Fish Resources.
- Cost
- Sport fishing permit: From 5-10 KWD (~15-30 EUR). Included in charter price.
- Validity
- Day/trip permit
- Available online?
- No
Kuwait is located in the northwestern Persian Gulf. Hammour, Zubaidi and Kingfish. Kuwaitis are passionate anglers — there is a large local fishing scene! Failaka Island for coastal fishing.
When to go?
The season at a glance.
Best season
October-May (cooler). Summer: 50°C+, hardly possible.
Where to fish?
The top waters.
02 ·
Failaka Island
Queenfish + King Mackerelhistoric
03 ·
Al Khiran
Bream + Seabreamartificial lagoons
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Kubbar Island
Reef fishing + Cobiacrystal-clear water
05 · Zour
Ras Al
Barracuda + King Mackerelrocky coast
What's biting?
Your target species.
›+2 more species
Silver Pomfret (Silver Pomfret)Malabar Snapper
The rules.
Four things you need to know.
Closed seasons
Closed seasons
Zubaidi: Seasonal closed season. Shrimp: Seasonal.
Catch limits
Catch limits
Hammour: Limited. Zubaidi: Seasonal.
Prohibited methods
Prohibited methods
Nets prohibited for recreational anglers.
Catch & release
Catch & release
Increasing.
What does it cost?
15-30 €
License
15-30 EUR (included in charter price).
60-450 €
Guide per day
60-450 EUR/day.
40-80 €
Daily budget
Budget: 40-80 EUR (shore). Charter: 100-300 EUR/person.
Bite times
The best fishing times — free.
Best fishing times
·Kuwait29.31°, 47.48°
🎣 Live catches in kuwait
2 verified catches
Not enough data (2 catches)
Bite-time forecast appears from 5 catches.
Plan your trip.
Everything in one place.
All the details
The fine print.
License in detail
Via charter boat providers or Public Authority for Agriculture and Fish Resources. — Kuwait is located in the northwestern Persian Gulf. Hammour, Zubaidi and Kingfish. Kuwaitis are passionate anglers — there is a large local fishing scene! Failaka Island for coastal fishing.
Rules in detail
Zubaidi (Silver Pomfret) is THE national fish of Kuwait — on every menu!
Freshwater
No freshwater bodies (desert).
Saltwater
Persian Gulf. Kuwait Bay and offshore islands.
Equipment
Good fishing shops in Kuwait City (large local scene!).
Guides
Charter: 50-150 KWD/day. Shore guide: 20-50 KWD.
Getting there
Flights to Kuwait City. Taxi/rental car.
Safety
Safe. Extreme heat! No alcohol.
Customs & fish export
Visa on arrival for EU citizens. Do not import alcohol!
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All information without guarantee. Always check with the official local authorities. Not legal advice. Last updated: May 3, 2026
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