A visa is not required for nationals of most countries who want to visit Kuwait for tourism or business purposes as long as they hold a passport from a country that is not present in the restricted countries list. Nationals of Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates must obtain a visa in advance from the Kuwaiti Embassy or Consulate in their home country
The cost of obtaining a visa varies depending on the type of visa you need and your nationality. Most visas require an application fee and a processing fee. The application fee is usually around USD 60 for nationals of most countries, while the processing fee can be up to USD 150.
You should apply for your visa at least two weeks before you intend to travel to Kuwait if you are a national of a country that is not on the restricted list. Suppose you are a national of one of the countries on the restricted list. In that case, you should contact the Kuwaiti Embassy or Consulate in your home country to find out if you need a pre-arranged tourist Visa or an individual visa.
Yes, it is possible to extend your stay in Kuwait after you have obtained your visa provided that you have not violated any of the terms of your visa. You should contact the Kuwaiti Embassy or Consulate in your home country to find out the specific requirements for extending your stay in Kuwait.
Anyone who is a citizen of a country that is a member of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) can apply for a Kuwait visa. Citizens of these countries must have an onward ticket and possession of proof of funds that will cover their stay in Kuwait. Applicants must also have valid visas to their home countries and proper documentation such as a passport, police clearance certificate, and health insurance card.
If you travel to Kuwait for tourism, business, or medical reasons, you should apply for a visa at least seven days in advance. If you are applying for a residence permit, the application process is faster and requires only an online form.
The visa application for both single and multiple entries is the K1 visa. To qualify for this visa, you must be a national of Kuwait and have a valid passport. You must also have an onward ticket to your final destination and enough money to cover your expenses while in Kuwait.
You do not need to get a printout if you have a visa emailed to you. However, if the visa was mailed to your home address, it is recommended that you obtain a printout in case you lose or misplace the original.
