How does the hiring process work?
All applicants for jobs outside of the Security division should submit a resume via the job listing portal, found here. During this process, you can apply for specific positions. For information on applying for Security positions, click here. If a recruiter determines that your qualifications fit those for which the company has a need, you will be contacted by a recruiter. From there, the recruiter may set up phone interviews, if you are going to be considered for a job with the company. If selected for a position, you will be given a conditional offer letter that you must accept or reject within a certain time period. Once a candidate has accepted a position, the process begins of acquiring an initial entry visa to Kuwait and doing the required background checks.

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What kind of experience is needed?
Combat Support Associates and CSA, Ltd. consider candidates with a wide range of skills and experience. Some positions require specific skills or certifications, prior experience or education, and certain Military Occupation Specialties (MOS). Candidates should pay close attention to the area of the job description labeled “Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities” to determine whether they are qualified for the position. Because the company works with the U.S. military, work experience or familiarity with military processes and procedures are a plus, but not necessarily required for all positions.

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Do employees pay U.S. federal income tax?
If interested in finding out if your salary would qualify for tax advantages, go to www.irs.gov/faqs/faq13-3.html.

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What is the exchange rate from U.S. Currency to Kuwaiti Dinars (KD)?
Please visit www.xe.com/ucc to check the current exchange rate.

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What is diversity like at Combat Support Associates and CSA, Ltd.?
Kuwait and the desert camps host a diverse mix of cultures and nationalities. That is one thing that makes our workplace so unique. Employees may be working side by side with employees from other nations such as India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Egypt, Romania, or Lebanon. The company is tolerant and understanding of all cultures and nationalities and expects its employee to be so.

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Can I bring my spouse/family?
No. An FPO contract is a one-year unaccompanied tour. Once employees receive their residence visa, family members can visit Kuwait on a 90-day visa, but employees must get prior approval from the company’s housing department.

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Can employees bring their pets?
The company discourages employees from bringing pets to Kuwait. The company will not pay the costs or make the arrangements associated with exporting a pet from another country into Kuwait. Additionally, all pets must be approved in advance by the company’s housing department and the employee’s roommate(s). The Kuwait Ministry has specific requirements that must be met in order to bring pets into the country. If hired, new employees would be responsible for meeting all requirements, making all travel arrangements, and paying all costs. A pet deposit is also required if the Employee Housing Department has approved the pet for a residence.

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Can employees bring their household goods?
The company will pay for some personal belongings to be shipped to Kuwait prior to departure. Fortunately, Kuwait is a modern country with ample shopping opportunities for most needs.

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Can employees get medical/dental coverage for their family?
CSA offers medical, dental and life insurance for employees, and employees can add family coverage at their own expense.

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Where do employees live?
Most employees are housed in fully furnished, shared accommodations and have one or two roommates. These accommodations are assigned prior to arrival. The housing complexes are located in different areas of Kuwait, not on the military installations. For more information on employee benefits and housing, click here.

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How do employees get to work?
Most employees are provided transportation to and from work from their housing location. Employees can also lease/rent a vehicle at their own cost.

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Is there Internet access in the apartments?
Many of the apartment complexes in Kuwait have LAN connections installed. However, it is at your cost to find an Internet carrier, several of which are available in Kuwait. There are also numerous wireless Internet cafes.

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Are there telephones available to keep in contact with my family?
Free phone service is available for emergency calls only. For non-emergency calls, employees can purchase cell phones and recharge cards in Kuwait. If employees bring their own phone and service (i.e. Cingular, T-mobile, etc.) you can expect to pay about $3-$4 per minute. If you do bring your own phone ensure that it is a quad band phone, preferably UNLOCKED and that it is dual voltage capable of accepting 220V.

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Once I apply with Combat Support Associates and CSA, Ltd., can I quit my present job?
Job candidates are asked not to quit their current jobs, move, sell any of their possessions, or make any major lifestyle changes before they are given an official job offer and the offer is accepted. Combat Support Associates and CSA, Ltd. will give job candidates at least two weeks before deployment in order to give notice at work and make arrangements for departure.

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What is the immigration process for working in Kuwait?
CSA, Ltd. will begin your immigration process upon arrival in Kuwait. The process takes 8 to 12 weeks, and requires your passport in order to obtain the proper residency visa and right to work in Kuwait. Once the residency is obtained, your passport is immediately returned to you. If there is any type of emergency before the immigration process is completed, the passport can be returned within 24 hours. If the passport is withdrawn at any time during the immigration process the timeline may be extended.

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