Total population | |
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2.96 million (2022) 69% of Kuwait population | |
Regions with significant populations | |
Kuwait City and suburbs | |
Languages | |
English (lingua franca) • Arabic • Hindi • Malayalam • Urdu • Pashto • Tagalog • Persian • Others | |
Religion | |
Islam • Christianity • Hinduism • Others | |
Related ethnic groups | |
Expatriates in the United Arab Emirates |
There are a large number of expatriates in Kuwait, with most residing in the capital of Kuwait City. Expatriates are primarily attracted by the employment opportunities in Kuwait. Kuwaiti nationals account for 31% of Kuwait's total population.