25/04/2025
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25/04/2025
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To obtain a family visit visa for your parents or other relatives in Kuwait, you must adhere to the latest regulations set by the Ministry of Interior (MOI). Below is a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to assist you in applying.
Salary Requirements:
- Immediate Family (Spouse, Children and Parents): Minimum monthly salary of KWD 400. (as per our archives dated Feb 2024)
- Other Relatives (Siblings, etc.): Minimum monthly salary of KWD 800
Airline Requirement:
Visitors must have a confirmed return ticket on one of Kuwait’s national carriers—Kuwait Airways or Jazeera Airways.
If direct flights are unavailable, a transit flight via a country where these airlines operate is acceptable.
Visitors must have a confirmed return ticket on one of Kuwait’s national carriers—Kuwait Airways or Jazeera Airways.
If direct flights are unavailable, a transit flight via a country where these airlines operate is acceptable.
Written Pledge:
The sponsor must sign a declaration affirming that the visitor will not convert the visit visa into a residence permit and will adhere to the 30-day stay duration.
The sponsor must sign a declaration affirming that the visitor will not convert the visit visa into a residence permit and will adhere to the 30-day stay duration.
Medical Treatment:
Visitors will receive medical treatment in private hospitals and health centers; treatment in government hospitals is not permitted if the visitor overstays.
Visitors will receive medical treatment in private hospitals and health centers; treatment in government hospitals is not permitted if the visitor overstays.
Security Monitoring:
Overstaying visitors and their sponsors may be included in the security control system, leading to legal actions.
Overstaying visitors and their sponsors may be included in the security control system, leading to legal actions.
Required Documents
- Visitor’s Passport: Valid for at least 6 months.
- Proof of Relationship: Original documents (e.g., birth or marriage certificates); embassy-issued certificates are not accepted.
- Sponsor’s Civil ID: Copy of the sponsor's Civil ID.
- Salary Certificate: Recent certificate from the sponsor's employer.
- Return Flight Ticket: Booked on a national carrier.
- Visa Application Form: Completed and signed.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Schedule an Appointment: Visit the Meta Portal to book an appointment with the General Directorate of Residency Affairs
- Prepare Documents: Ensure all required documents are complete and accurate.
- Visit the Appointment Location: Attend the appointment at the designated residency office with all original documents.
- Submit Application: Complete the visa application form and submit all documents.
- Pay Fees: Pay the visa fee of KWD 3
- Await Processing: Processing times may vary; ensure to follow up if necessary.
Additional Notes
Validity: The family visit visa is typically valid for 30 days.
Extension: Extensions may be possible; consult with the MOI for specific procedures.
Compliance: Ensure all regulations are followed to avoid penalties or visa denials.
Age: There is no officially published age limit for parents applying for a family visit visa
Age: There is no officially published age limit for parents applying for a family visit visa
Passport Validity should be at least 6 months, a Return ticket, and details of residential address in Kuwait are the 3 basic needs
To avoid hassles, apply for an e-visa online (https://kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw) , which is generally processed on same day or next day.
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