A Complete Guide to Ramadan 2026 Operating Hours in Kuwait

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From government offices to shopping malls and cinemas, Kuwait reveals adjusted schedules to help residents plan during Ramadan 2026.

As the Holy Month of Ramadan continues, residents and visitors in Kuwait are adapting to a new rhythm of life shaped by adjusted operating hours across government services, businesses and entertainment venues. 

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Government and Public Services:

  • Government offices will operate with shortened hours in observance of Ramadan, typically opening around 8:30 a.m. until about 1 p.m. with a possible afternoon session extending to 3 p.m.
  • Car registration and related services are scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to align with Ramadan working patterns.

Financial Institutions:

  • Banks across Kuwait will be open from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., though this does not include branches at the airport or inside shopping malls.

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Shopping Malls and Retail:

Major shopping destinations have introduced split operating hours to cater to both daytime and evening visitors:

  • 360 Mall: 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.–1:30 a.m.
  • Assima Mall: 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and 8 p.m.–1 a.m.
  • Avenues Mall: 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.–1:30 a.m.
  • Other malls, including Al Khiran, Al Kout and Marina Mall, follow similar morning and late-night schedules to accommodate both shopping and evening leisure after iftar.

Entertainment and Recreation:

  • Cinemas such as VOX begin screening films from around 7 p.m., while Cinescape, Grand Cinemas and Sky Cinemas open later in the evening, aligning with the post-iftar period when families typically go out.

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  • Parks like Al Shaheed Park extend their hours throughout the day and into the night, offering an outdoor retreat for residents.
  • Cultural venues including the Abdullah AlSalem Cultural Centre host evening programmes from about 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., with some venues closing on specific days.

Retail Variations:

  • While many co-ops operate 24 hours, some major grocery and home-goods stores such as Lulu Hypermarket and Xcite maintain extended hours to support late-night shoppers.

These adjusted operating hours reflect Kuwait’s broader approach during Ramadan, aimed at balancing productivity, community needs and religious observance. For up-to-date timing details and specific exceptions, residents are encouraged to check directly with individual businesses and service providers throughout the month.