How to get a Visa for Kuwait
Complete online application
Prepare your passport and fill in our simple online form in less than 5 minutes
Receive your travel visa
We will send you your approved visa in a few days, without you having to go anywhere!
Start your journey
Show your passport and the visa we sent you when you arrive at your destination.
Visa Requirements for Kuwait
- A copy of your valid passport
- An email address where to receive the documents
- A bank card for making payment
- COVID-19 vaccination certificate
If any of these elements are missing, your application will be saved so that you can complete at a later stage.
eVisa Kuwait is a tourist visa that is processed online, quickly and easily. You can apply through Visagov, with a simplified form and in your own language. This will avoid possible errors that could otherwise influence the approval of the document.
Once you receive your approved visa, you must print it out and present it together with your passport upon arrival to Kuwait. Depending on the traveller nationality, you will have to pay a fee of between 3 and 5 KD (Kuwaiti dinar) when your passport is stamped.
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FAQ
Do I need a visa to visit Kuwait?
Yes, except for citizens of Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates. In most cases a valid visa is required to travel to the country. However, you can check here if your country needs a visa to visit Kuwait.
Do I need any vaccinations to travel to Kuwait?
You don’t have to present any kind of vaccination to travel to Kuwait. You can check with your country’s International Vaccination Centre to see if there are any recommended vaccinations, but none are mandatory.
How much does the e-Visa for Kuwait cost?
The price of the visa for Kuwait has a total cost including processing and fees of 29 € / USD / £, which also includes 24/7 customer support for any questions you have.
What are the requirements for an e-Visa for Kuwait?
You only need to have a passport with a validity of more than 6 months starting from your entry into the country.
How long can I stay in Kuwait with the e-Visa?
The maximum time you can stay in the country is 90 days.
Do I need to apply for another e-visa for Kuwait for my child?
Yes, all travelers, including minors, who are not exempt from visa, need to have a valid visa to travel to Kuwait. You can use our eligibility checker to see if you need one.
For how long must my passport be valid to apply for an e-Visa for Kuwait?
The passport must be valid for more than 6 months starting from your entry date into the country.
Do I have to send my passport for an e-Visa to Kuwait? Is it safe to send a passport?
You don’t have to send the original passport to apply for a visa. It is one of the advantages of e-Visa. If you need to apply for another type of visa other than a tourist visa and you have to apply through a physical embassy, always send your documents sustained with a damage or loss insurance.
When is the best time to apply for my visa to Kuwait?
Once your date of entry to the country is known. We recommend you to apply for your visa at least 15 days before your departure date.
Check your eligibility
Use our visa checker to find out if you match with the requirements.
We are sorry, you have to apply at the embassy.
eVisa Kuwait: More information
Before travelling to Kuwait, you must apply for a visa or eVisa. The process of obtaining an eVisa is quick and simple. You can manage everything online without having to leave your home.
The Kuwait tourist eVisa is valid to stay 90 days in the country and allows only one entry. This eVisa must be presented together with your passport upon arrival to Kuwait, where your passport will be stamped, and you will have to pay entry fees. The cost of these fees is low and will vary depending on your nationality.
You must complete the visa application without false information and without omission of the requested information. The government authorities may deny entry to the country if this poses a threat to the security or national interests of Kuwait.
