Kuwait Municipality has approved 11 designated sites for the 2025–2026 spring camping season, according to an announcement from its Public Relations Department. The approval includes seven sites in the northern region of the country and four in the southern region.
The Municipality confirmed that applications for campsite licenses will open on Saturday, November 15, through its official website. Prospective campsite operators will be required to pay a 50-dinar temporary license fee and a 100-dinar refundable security deposit, with payments to be made electronically via KNET.
As part of its efforts to streamline the camping registration process, the Municipality noted that camping request notifications will be issued through the government’s “Sahel” application, according to The Times Kuwait.
The app aims to ensure a more efficient and transparent process for applicants by reducing administrative delays and minimizing manual procedures.
The announcement is part of Kuwait’s broader strategy to regulate and enhance the country’s seasonal camping sector, which has grown in popularity as residents and visitors seek outdoor recreational experiences during the cooler months.
By designating specific areas for camps, the Municipality aims to balance environmental protection with public enjoyment and organized land use.
For professionals in the outdoor hospitality and camping sectors, the move reflects how local governments in the Gulf region are adopting more structured frameworks for temporary outdoor accommodations.
The use of digital tools such as “Sahel” for permit management demonstrates a shift toward streamlined governance, which can reduce operational friction and provide a clearer model for compliance.
Businesses operating or investing in similar seasonal tourism markets may look to Kuwait’s approach as a case study in managing high-demand recreational areas through digital licensing systems and defined land allocation.
If implemented effectively, the system could improve the visitor experience while maintaining oversight on environmental and safety standards—an increasingly relevant balance for operators across the global outdoor hospitality industry.