Kuwait
General visa requirements for travelling to Kuwait. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
Have a specific passport country? Check your specific route.
Diplomatic visa (Diplomatic/Official Visa - Other Countries)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Processing time
- 1-3 weeks
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- As determined by Kuwait Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Entry
- Multiple entry
For diplomatic, official, and service passport holders from countries not on visa-exempt list. Requires Note Verbale and official letter stating purpose and dates of travel.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: One passport photo
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Visa application form
How to apply
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Document gathering
Sending government prepares Note Verbale addressed to Kuwait Ministry of Foreign Affairs and official note stating purpose of travel and dates. Gather valid diplomatic/official/service passport, completed visa application form, one passport photo.
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Document submission
Submit application with all documents (Note Verbale, official letter, passport, application form, photo) to Kuwait embassy/consulate.
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Processing wait
Wait for visa approval. Processing typically takes 1-3 weeks.
Diplomatic visa (Diplomatic/Official Visa - Exempt Countries)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- Typically 30 days
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Holders of diplomatic, official, and service passports from specified countries are eligible for visa exemptions to Kuwait for up to 30 days. Covers government officials, diplomats, and those on official state business.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6