What is KNET and how can I accept it on my website or mobile app?

Modified on Tue, 8 Sep at 3:59 PM

KNET is the local debit card payment network in Kuwait, making up over 85% of all online transactions in the country. It’s essential for businesses targeting Kuwaiti customers.


Why is KNET important?

  • KNET processes the majority of payments in Kuwait.

  • It’s 6x more widely used than credit cards.

  • Highly trusted by Kuwaiti customers.

  • Offers lower transaction fees than credit cards like Visa or MasterCard.


Who can accept KNET?

 Knet is only avalible for merchants based in Kuwait.


Where can I use KNET?

You can accept KNET payments through:

  • goSell (your website checkout)

  • goCollect (TapOS or Tap App payment links)

  • goTap ( Tap POS machine in Kuwait only )


How to enable KNET?

To activate KNET on your account:

  1. Contact our Merchant Experience Team via:

  2. Request activation of KNET.

  3. If you’re eligible, KNET will be enabled within 24 business hours.


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