Article

Tuesday, August 12, 2025
search-icon

New Tourist Visa Rules: Kuwait Sets Out Four Categories for Tourist Visa

publish time

11/08/2025

publish time

11/08/2025

New Tourist Visa Rules: Kuwait Sets Out Four Categories for Tourist Visa

KUWAIT CITY, Aug 11: The Government Information Center has unveiled four categories of tourist visas tailored to meet the diverse needs of various travelers.

Visa validity for the first and second categories ranges from 30 days up to 360 days, depending on the selected options.

The first category is open to citizens of countries with powerful passports and strong economic indicators, providing a variety of visa options.

The second category covers Gulf citizens and expats with professional qualifications, along with individuals holding valid US, UK, or Schengen visas or residence permits of GCC countries.

The third category, which will be launched soon, is intended for other nationalities who can provide proof of financial statement and necessary guarantees.

The fourth category covers visitors attending events and activities in Kuwait, with conditions applied based on each specific event.

VisasVisa ValidityDuration of Stay
Single entry 1 month30 Days30 Days
Single Entry 2 months30 Days60 Days
Single Entry 3 months30 Days90 Days
Multiple Entry 3 months90 Days30 Days - Every Month Entry
Multiple Entry 6 months180 Days30 Days - Every Month Entry
Multiple Entry 1 year360 Days30 Days - Every Month Entry