Kuwait Civil ID Photo Update: Your Complete Guide in 2025

Civil ID photo serves as a primary means of identification in Kuwait. This means that a photo that no longer resembles you can lead to complications during verification procedures. To avoid this, you can run a Civil ID photo update through the procedures provided by this article. Whether you are a citizen, expatriate, or GCC citizen, learn how to easily change the photo in your Civil ID. 

Civil ID Photo Update for Kuwaiti Citizens

To change the photo in your Civil ID as Kuwaiti citizens, follow the steps below: ^[1]

• Visit the Kuwaiti Photo Update web page “from here.”
• Input the following details accordingly:
  • Your Civil ID number.
  • Serial number (found at the back of your ID card).
  • Mobile number.
• Click “Next.”
• Enter the one-time password sent via SMS and verify your mobile number.
• Fill in the required information.
• Upload the requested documents.
• Go to the end of the page and click “Save.”

A page will appear confirming your request and providing relevant information for tracking your application. 

Also Read: Civil ID Address Change | Civil ID Name Change | Lost Civil ID | Civil ID Status | Civil ID Payment | Civil ID Validity Check

Civil ID Photo Update for non-Kuwaiti Citizens

Here’s how to change the photo in your Civil ID as a expatriate in Kuwait: 

• Access the non-Kuwaiti Photo Update web page “from here.”

• Provide the following information:
  • Your Civil ID number
  • Serial number (found at the back of your ID card). 
  • Mobile number
• Click “Next.”
• Enter the one-time password sent via SMS and verify your mobile number.

• Click “Next“.
• Select your blood group.
• Upload all the required documents.
• Scroll to the end of the page, click “Save.”

You’ll be displayed a message confirming your request, including a tracking ID for checking the status of your application.

Also Read: Civil ID Renewal | Civil ID First Time Registration | Civil ID for New Born Baby | Civil ID Serial Number Check | Civil ID Collection Timings

Kuwait Civil ID Photo Specifications 

To update your Civil ID, make sure your new photo adheres to the following specifications and requirements:

• Size: 4×6 cm (40×60 mm)
• Background: Plain blue
• Quality: High-resolution, clear, and recent (taken within the last six months)​
• Pose: Full-face view, directly facing the camera with a neutral expression,
• Attire: No eyeglasses, headwear (unless for religious reasons), or uniforms​.
• Digital Requirements: File formats accepted include .jpg, .jpeg, .png, with a recommended resolution of 300 DPI and less than 2mb in size.

Required Documents for Updating Civil ID Photo

In the table below are the document requirements for changing your Civil ID photo: 

Conclusion

By following this comprehensive guide, you can ensure your Civil ID photo is up-to-date. Make sure that your new photo follows the required specifications and conditions so that your request can be approved.