Kuwait full attendance return officially begins next week after authorities announced major changes affecting workplaces, schools, and universities across the country. The latest decisions signal a broader move toward restoring regular daily operations in both the public and education sectors.
The Kuwaiti Cabinet confirmed that government employees must resume full attendance starting Sunday, May 3, 2026. Authorities also canceled earlier Civil Service Bureau instructions that reduced workplace attendance rates. As a result, ministries and public institutions will restore regular working hours, including evening shifts.
Officials said the decision aims to normalize operations and improve productivity across state institutions. Government departments had previously relied on flexible attendance measures in response to recent conditions. However, authorities now believe the situation allows a complete return to standard schedules.
Kuwait full attendance return will also affect the education sector. The Ministry of Education approved the resumption of in-person classes for secondary school students in all educational systems beginning May 3. Schools will reopen classrooms after extended periods of remote learning and precautionary measures.
Meanwhile, universities across Kuwait announced updated plans for final examinations. Kuwait University confirmed that second-semester final exams for the 2025-2026 academic year will take place on campus. The university added that law faculty exams will begin in person on May 2, earlier than originally scheduled.
Despite the changes, universities will continue remote teaching for regular classes and some midterm assessments. Abdullah Al-Salem University and the Public Authority for Applied Education and Training also confirmed that students must attend final exams physically. Administrators said they want to balance educational continuity with student safety and academic standards.
In another development, the Public Authority for Civil Aviation introduced stricter penalties for violations in the aviation sector. Authorities issued the measures under Circular No. 12/2026 to strengthen passenger protections and improve compliance among travel operators.
The aviation authority also ordered companies to process refunds for airline tickets and hotel reservations within 15 working days. Officials warned that companies failing to cooperate with passengers could face penalties. Committee representatives stressed that regulators would not tolerate repeated violations or delays in handling complaints.
At the same time, defense and interior officials continued inspections and administrative reviews across several institutions. Defense authorities checked air force facilities and discussed operational readiness with personnel. Interior Ministry officials also reviewed efforts to improve digital services and accelerate transactions in nationality and residency centers.
Separately, the National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters examined plans to resume theater activities under updated health and safety procedures. Officials said cultural activities remain important as Kuwait full attendance return moves forward across multiple sectors.
