Kuwait entry requirements (all nationalities)
Visa-exempt tiers, e-Visa and arrival rules for foreign visitors. Your passport-specific page has the exact documents and fee.
Visa-exempt by stay length
| Tier | Nationalities in our data |
|---|---|
| Freedom of movement | Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates |
e-Visa — the default for everyone else
Valid for: Citizens of the following countries and territories may obtain a visa valid for 3 months on arrival to Kuwait if arriving by air or they may obtain an e-Visa before arrival: * All Member state of the European Union Europ · Apply: kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw
Citizens of the following countries and territories may obtain a visa valid for 3 months on arrival to Kuwait if arriving by air or they may obtain an e-Visa before arrival: * All Member state of the European Union European Union member states * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * A visa may also be obtained on arrival valid f
Visa on arrival
Citizens of the following countries and territories may obtain a visa valid for 3 months on arrival to Kuwait if arriving by air or they may obtain an e-Visa before arrival: * All Member state of the European Union European Union member states * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * A visa may also be obtained on arrival valid f
Recent changes
- · confirmedAs of 10 August 2025, Kuwait will allow all foreign residents of GCC countries to get a tourist visa on arrival at any entry point.
Visa routes to Kuwait · 1 routes · all corridors →
General information, not legal advice. Verified 2026-09-04 — rules change; confirm on the official portal before travelling.