Kuwait is rapidly scaling its healthcare infrastructure, with a sharp increase in demand for skilled foreign medical professionals. According to recent regional health sector data, Kuwait plans to open multiple new public hospitals and specialised centres over the next five years, intensifying recruitment efforts for qualified doctors, nurses, and allied health workers. This makes it an appealing destination for medical professionals with Australian qualifications.
But before you sign a contract, there’s one non-negotiable step: document legalisation. To practise legally under Kuwait’s Ministry of Health (MOH), your Australian medical degree, transcripts, and other supporting documents must be authenticated, attested, and often verified via Primary Source Verification (PSV).
Without the right paperwork in place, even the most in-demand professionals could face delays—or complete rejection—of their licence application.
Key Medical Documents You’ll Need to Legalise
If you’re applying for a healthcare licence in Kuwait, you’ll typically need to present:
- University degree(s) (e.g. MBBS, BSc Nursing, Pharmacy)
- Academic transcripts
- Professional licence(s) from Australia
- National Police Certificate
- Employment reference letters
- Training certificates (if applicable)
These documents must undergo attestation, as Kuwait is not a signatory to The Hague Apostille Convention Abolishing the Requirement for Legalisation of Foreign Documents. As such, Australian documents must be authenticated by DFAT and then attested by the Kuwait Embassy in Canberra.
Why Primary Source Verification (PSV) Matters
Apart from embassy attestation, Kuwait’s MOH requires Primary Source Verification (PSV) for most healthcare qualifications. This verification is usually completed via a third-party system that verifies your credentials directly with your university, licensing board, or employer.
But don’t confuse PSV with attestation—they are separate steps. Your documents must still be physically legalised through DFAT and the embassy.
Family Documents May Also Need Attestation
Many Australian medical professionals relocate to Kuwait with their families. In these cases, birth certificates, marriage certificates, and school reports for dependent children may also need to be attested.
For school enrolment, attested school reports help secure placement in Kuwait’s international or private schools. Similarly, your marriage certificate may be required to support family visa applications.
What Happens If Documents Aren’t Legalised Properly?
Submitting unverified or incorrectly prepared documents may result in:
- Rejection of your MOH licence application
- Delays in onboarding and work permit approval
- Family visa rejections or school enrolment issues
- Loss of job offers due to missed deadlines
Because Kuwait’s healthcare sector is regulated tightly, errors or omissions can derail your relocation entirely.
Avoid Delays—Let Authentifier Help You Relocate with Confidence
Between your career move and visa process, the last thing you want is paperwork delays. Authentifier manages the entire attestation chain while you focus on your medical licensing exams or relocation. No confusing forms, no chasing multiple offices, just one streamlined, fully-managed service.
Authentifier’s service includes:
- Document checks for legalisation/attestation suitability
- Coordination with DFAT for fast authentication
- Timely follow-ups with the Embassy of Kuwait in Canberra
- Fast turnaround (usually within one week)
- Cost-effective fees with express processing options
- Support from an experienced Australian Notary Public team
- Free progress reports and online tracking
- Easy-to-use online ordering system
Whether you’re a general practitioner, nurse, physiotherapist, or medical technician with Australian qualifications, Authentifier can help you avoid costly setbacks and navigate Kuwait’s MOH licensing process with confidence.
