Don’t underestimate the foreign county. The Middle East may be different in many ways, but traffic tickets are sometimes even stricter than in the United States. A thorough understanding of common traffic tickets will ensure that you stay out of trouble. Some of them are:

1. It is necessary to have liability insurance if you are considering renting a car in Kuwait. You also need an International Driving Permit issued in your name. In case you do not have the necessary documents, the police can arrest you and hold you in custody until the documents are presented on your behalf. Fine of 100 Kuwaiti dinars (350 USD) and possible jail sentence of up to one month.

2. The consumption of alcohol in Kuwait is illegal. In fact, drunk driving will set you back 500 Kuwaiti dinars, which is equivalent to nearly US$1,800, plus up to three months in jail. The same applies for any other substance.

3. You are not allowed to park your car in the area where the curb has been painted yellow and black. The fine for improper parking is KWD 50 (USD 180).

4. Seat belts for the driver and front seat passengers are mandatory. The fine for not wearing seat belts while driving in the country is 15 Kuwaiti dinars (55 USD)

5. Eating, drinking or smoking while driving: fine of 50 Kuwaiti dinars (180 USD)

6. Exceeding the speed limit by more than 40 km/h will cost you approximately 200 Kuwaiti dinars (700 USD). If the authorities decide, they could also jail him for up to three months.

7.If you are involved in an accident, you must be present at the scene until the local police arrive. The hit-and-run offense will be punishable by nearly 300 Kuwaiti dinars (US$1,000) with a combination jail sentence of up to three months, depending on the type of accident.