Alcohol

Post new topic

1finny Active member

Member since 01 June 2011

1finnyActive member06 October 2011 18:56:19

So, I know the situation regarding legality.
I'm getting conflicting advice about taking alcohol into the country for private consumption.
Am told they will turn a blind eye to wine in the foil (from boxed wine).
I'm coming for the first time on Saturday to be a resident.
Any advice would be helpful

SportsMan Contributor

Member since 30 September 2011

SportsManContributor06 October 2011 19:48:19

130

NO way buddy.. Since you're not some rich woman or a local with wasta, they will X ray your baggage on arrival before you walk out into the arrivals bit of the airport. If they find any sizable liquid in your bag (even if it's a big bottle of shampoo, or say some exotic mixture for cooking which you can't find locally!), they will open your bag to check what it is and if it's wine, they will definately take it and have a party on your behalf in their free time.
Only alcohol that i know is consumed 'legally' is through the embassies.

Hope this helps

1finny Active member

Member since 01 June 2011

1finnyActive member06 October 2011 19:53:43

It certainly does help. I was told they couldn't detect the liquid because it was in foil!

mee cha Guest

mee chaGuest06 October 2011 21:16:23

214245

go to american embassy or british embassy you can what you need there it is easy

moe29 Active member

Member since 30 March 2011

moe29Active member06 October 2011 23:00:31

It's better if you don't. Imagine the situation they would put you in if they find it out, whether in front of other people or in a private room. It's not worth it.

Besides, it will be good for you to discover a life without alchohol

legacy Kuwait Expert

Member since 29 March 2010

http://www.mybloogle.com

legacyKuwait Expert07 October 2011 04:00:35

3426

agree with Moe.

ur coming to a country where alcohol is illegal; do not tempt the fates and attempt to smuggle it in; who knows, u may enjoy a life of sobriety (not calling u an alcoholic of course).

if its a "dry" country, adjust.

1finny Active member

Member since 01 June 2011

1finnyActive member07 October 2011 08:11:21

Good advice. Thanks guys

saint12 Member

Member since 14 September 2010

saint12Member13 October 2011 15:36:59

@ finny ,must say have heard of that but they do detect it depends on your luck, who behind the machine. some people get away with it some get detected. just come and use your brain(skill)

adell Member

Member since 14 October 2011

adellMember14 October 2011 07:34:07

@saint 12: using our brain lol yes of course , most of the time it will work, as here no one is doing his job as it should be done

Diver Active member

Member since 23 February 2010

DiverActive member14 October 2011 08:24:52

#10

What about you adell!!! do you do your job as it should be????
I think everybody know the law here in Kuwait.

If you are here to work..Then respect the LAW!!!

Thanks all

ace117 Serial expat

Member since 23 November 2010

ace117Serial expat14 October 2011 10:58:34

#11

964

seriously,it wont be any good.

adell Member

Member since 14 October 2011

adellMember14 October 2011 12:03:11

#12

@diver: chill out man , i'm not saying that with bad intentions... there are also those who come as tourists , to discover the country and you know that they can get it, being realistic should not offend you (shall i replace no one by few ones ?)

drlobo Active member

Member since 22 September 2011

drloboActive member15 October 2011 02:53:25

#13

Guess life is Kuwait is on the 'DRY" ground. Alcohol is illegal and it is not worth being put to shame/test just for a bottle of wine!

vijay.singh Active member

Member since 23 November 2011

vijay.singhActive member24 November 2011 19:33:51

#14

By the way how long will that one bottle of wine last

AFTER THAT WHAT?

ace117 Serial expat

Member since 23 November 2010

ace117Serial expat24 November 2011 21:28:00

#15

964

starve, for it.and why do people drink in the first place?

Articles to help you in your expat project in Kuwait

How to drive in Kuwait
If you are planning to move to Kuwait, obtaining a driver's license should be at the top of your to-do list! While ...
Leisure activities in Kuwait
People might assume there isn't much to do in Kuwait as the country is so small, but that would be wrong! The ...
Banking and finances in Kuwait
Soon after arriving in Kuwait, you will likely want to open a Kuwaiti bank account. Opening a bank account can be ...
Languages spoken in Kuwait
Whether you're planning on just visiting Kuwait, or are getting ready to move there for work or studies, you ...
The lifestyle in Kuwait
The lifestyle in Kuwait can be described as being easy and relaxed. As one of the world's wealthiest countries per ...
Education and childcare in Kuwait
Kuwait's education system has grown to be extremely diverse, in line with the needs of both its citizens and its ...
Travelling around Kuwait
When moving to a new country, you might be unfamiliar with all the different ways you can get around. In Kuwait, ...
The healthcare system in Kuwait
Fully funded and invested in by the government, Kuwait's healthcare system is advanced and well-developed. There ...