eVisa Kuwait Information
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eVisa Kuwait Information
The Kuwait eVisa is an online visa created in 2016 and enables eligible citizens to visit Kuwait for a brief vacation.
The application for a Kuwait tourist visa was made more accessible by the implementation of the Kuwait eVisa by the Kuwaiti government, which removed the requirement for applying at an embassy/consulate.
The Kuwait eVisa online is a single entry visa with a validity period of 30 days to enter Kuwait from the time of approval and permits a continuous stay of 90 days.
Qualified people can submit a quick and easy online Kuwait visa application. To receive an approved eVisa Kuwait through email, applicants must fill out their personal, passport, and travel information and respond to some security questions.
The Kuwait online visa typically takes 1 to 3 business days to process. It is recommended that applicants apply for a Kuwait visa online at least three working days before the desired date of entrance.
Foreign people must apply for a visa to Kuwait at a Kuwaiti Embassy/Consulate in their home country before traveling to Kuwait for a reason other than tourism, such as to work or study.
Kuwaiti eVisa Requirements
The following Kuwait visa documentation requirements must be met to submit a tourist eVisa application:
- A passport at least six (6) months from the expected arrival date in Kuwait must be valid.
- A photo of the biographical page from the passport.
- A legitimate credit/debit card to cover the cost of the Kuwait tourist visa.
- A GCC residency card- if required.
Anyone who resides in a GCC country (Gulf Cooperation Council) and has any dependents (spouse, kids, or domestic help) may apply for a Kuwait eVisa online if:
- The GCC residency is still valid after more than six months.
- The application for each dependent includes a copy of the principal applicant’s GCC residence.
- When arriving in Kuwait, the main applicant is there along with any dependents.
- The profession of the applicant meets GCC residency regulations.
The applicant must provide a valid email address to receive the approved Kuwait visa, among other Kuwait eVisa requirements. To enter Kuwait, you must print at least 1 copy and show it at the border crossing with the corresponding passport.
Countries Eligible for Kuwait
- Afghanistan
- Albania
- Algeria
- Andorra
- Angola
- Argentina
- Armenia
- Aruba
- Australia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Belize
- Benin
- Bermuda
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Brazil
- Brunei Darussalam
- Bulgaria
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Canada
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Chile
- China
- Colombia
e-Visa Information
What is an eVisa for Kuwait?
With the Kuwait eVisa, eligible nationals can travel to Kuwait and the surrounding area for a brief visit for tourism.
With an eVisa, how long may I stay in Kuwait?
A single stay of 90 consecutive days is permitted in Kuwait with the help of an eVisa.
What is the price of the Kuwait eVisa?
Since applying for a Kuwait eVisa is free, there is no cost associated with the Kuwait eVisa.
Who requires a Kuwait online visa?
Use the visa checker tool at the top of this page to clarify whether your nation qualifies for a Kuwait online visa.
The most common applicants for the Kuwait eVisa are nationals of the following countries:
- The United States
- British Empire
- Canada
- Turkey
- France
What is A GCC resident?
A person who holds a current visa for one of the Gulf Cooperation Council’s (GCC) member nations is said to be a GCC resident. If any of the following conditions apply and you are a resident of a GCC nation, you may apply online for a Kuwait e-Visa alongside your spouse, kids, or domestic help.
- The GCC residency is still valid after more than six months
- The application for each dependent includes a copy of the main applicant’s GCC residence.
- When arriving in Kuwait, the principal applicant is there along with any dependents.
- According to GCC residence, the applicant works in one of the following fields: university professors, press and media personnel, doctors, engineers, lawyers, judges, or members of the public prosecution service, pilots, system analysts, computer programmers, managers, businesspeople, diplomats, and university grads (owners, managers, and representatives of commercial firms).
How many entries are permitted with a Kuwait eVisa?
The Kuwait eVisa is a single-entry travel document that entitles holders to one entry into Kuwait.
What is the validity period of the Kuwait eVisa?
The Kuwait eVisa is valid for thirty (30) days for entry into Kuwait. From the date of admission, the eVisa holder may stay in Kuwait for up to 90 days straight.
e-Visa Application
How can I submit an eVisa for Kuwait?
To receive a Kuwait eVisa, eligible people simply fill out the short visa application form. Travelers must choose if they are GCC residents, submit their personal and passport information, and provide the address of their selected lodging in Kuwait to complete the application process.
Is the Kuwait eVisa valid for single or many entries?
The Kuwait eVisa only permits one (1) entry because it is a single-entry visa.
What is required for me to apply?
The following documents are required for applicants to submit a Kuwait eVisa application:
- A passport at least six (6) months from the expected date of arrival in Kuwait must be valid.
- A photo of the biographical page from the passport.
- The Kuwait eVisa fee with a legitimate credit or debit card.
- If appropriate, a GCC residency card.
How long will it take to process my Kuwait eVisa?
Although it occasionally takes up to three (3) business days to acquire eVisa approval, the eVisa processing period is one (1) business day. Public holidays and Kuwait’s weekends (Friday and Saturday) are not included in this.
Do I require an online Kuwaiti visa for each of my kids?
Yes, including minors, all visitors from nations eligible for a Kuwait online visa must complete a separate application. Parents can apply on their child’s behalf.
Other e-Visa Questions
How can I find out the status of my Kuwait eVisa?
On the website of the Kuwaiti government, one can verify their visa requirements. Entering the applicant’s eVisa Reference Number and Passport Number is required to view the status of the Kuwait visa application.
Is a printed version of the Kuwait tourist eVisa required?
Yes, to enter Kuwait, visitors must have at least 1 printed copy of their tourist eVisa. Additionally, it is suggested that visitors carry the document with them the entire time they are in Kuwait.
How do I apply for a Kuwaiti visa renewal?
Only from outside of Kuwait is it possible to renew an eVisa. Extending a Kuwait visa is just as quick and easy as applying for one in the first place. The sole requirement that has changed is that applicants must state whether or not they have visited Kuwait before and submit the application reference number from their prior submission.
What should I do If My tourist visa for Kuwait was lost?
The traveler can print another copy of the email if they need to find their paper printout of the Kuwait tourist eVisa.
What can I do if I submit an application that has an error?
Before applying, applicants are strongly urged to double-check that all of the information supplied on the Kuwait eVisa form is accurate. The application may only be accepted if any information matches that on the applicant’s passport.
How can I proceed if my application is turned down?
The applicant may submit a fresh eVisa application if the Kuwait visa application is denied. For the eVisa to be accepted, verifying that all the submitted details match the applicant’s passport information is essential.
If I'm in transit, do I require an eVisa for Kuwait?
Transit passengers through Kuwait will need to show an eVisa for Kuwait if they choose to exit the airport at any moment.
It is optional to apply for a Kuwait transit visa if the tourist plans to stay in the International Transit Area.