Kuwait Visa Application Process

Kuwait e-Visa Application

Kuwait e-Visa: Basic information

Kuwait e-visa is an electronic visa introduced in 2016 that allows travelers from eligible countries to apply for the required Kuwait visa online.
 
Applicants can easily submit their application using any work device with an internet connection and receive their Kuwait e-visa within up to 72 hours (3 working days).
 
The Kuwait e-visa is a single-entry visa valid for 30 days from the date of issue and allows the visa holder to stay up to 90 days (three months) in Kuwait and engage in any activities any activities related to tourism.
 
Visitors can visit friends and family, go sightseeing, relax or simply explore the country's tourist attractions.
 
The registration process can be completed in minutes from home or any other location by following three simple steps.
Our support team is ready to help every traveler sign up with our email and phone services!
The Government of Kuwait offers only one type of online visa for all eligible countries.
Electronic visas come in the form of:
  • single-entry permit that allows a 90-day (three-month) visit to Kuwait.
The e-visa can be used for tourism purposes and is valid for 30 days (one month) from the date of issue.
Enter the country within the validity period.
Get your valid passport and apply online anytime, anywhere!
Remember to submit your application at least 3 business days before your trip to receive your entry permit on time as processing can take up to 72 hours.
First, choose your travel purpose  by clicking on the “Login” button, which can be found in the menu on the right side of the screen.
If you haven’t registered yet, please register yourself first. After registering, proceed to log in to the panel.
Once you are logged in, navigate to the menu on the left side of the panel.
Select the “Visa Application Form” option from the menu.

Follow these three steps to complete the process:

  1. Provide the required data in the application form.Provide your full name, email address, passport details and basic information about your trip to Kuwait.Double check the online form for errors and submit it.
  2. Choose any online payment method from the various payment methods available on our website and pay the 39 euro fee for e-Visa.
  3. Check your email address for payment confirmation and wait for the approved e-Visa to be sent to your inbox within 72 hours.
It is very simple!
In just three steps you can get your Kuwait visa online.
Let the experts manage your entry permits for you while you relax and plan your trip.
This electronic visa is valid for 30 days (one month) from the date of issue.
 
Make sure you enter Kuwait within the validity period!
 
Once you cross the country’s borders, you can stay for up to 90 days (three months).
 
Remember that the e-Visa is a single entry permit.
A Kuwait e-visa must be applied for if the traveler plans to leave the airport transit area while transiting through the country.
 
To reach your final destination without any restrictions, apply for a Kuwait visa online.
 
Remember to submit your application at least 3 business days before your trip!

Travelers need to have two necessary documents to enter Kuwait without any hassle: Please prepare the following documents:

  • a passport that will stay valid for at least 6 months from the planned date of the travel
  • a printed Kuwait e-Visa copy

Which Countries Can Apply for Kuwait e-Visa?

If you come from one of the countries listed below, you can apply for a Kuwait e-Visa:

  • Andorra
  • Australia
  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • Bhutan
  • Brunei
  • Bulgaria
  • Cambodia
  • Canada
  • Croatia
  • Cyprus
  • Denmark
  • Estonia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Georgia
  • Germany
  • Greece
  • Hong Kong
  • Hungary
  • Iceland
  • Ireland
  • Italy
  • Japan
  • Laos
  • Latvia
  • New Zealand
  • Norway
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Romania
  • San Marino
  • Serbia
  • Singapore
  • Slovakia
  • Slovenia
  • South Korea
  • Spain
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • The Czech Republic
  • The Netherlands
  • The United Kingdom
  • The United States
  • Turkey
  • Ukraine
  • Vatican

Required documents for e-Visa

To apply for the Kuwait visa online, you will only need your valid passport.

Please note! Your travel document cannot expire for a minimum of 6 months beyond the intended date of arriving in Kuwait.

Should your passport lose its validity soon, renew it before applying for the e-Visa.

If you have a GCC residency, you may be asked to provide some additional supporting documents, e.g., a photo of your GCC visa.

How Much Does the Kuwait e-Visa Cost?

Although the visa fee depends on your nationality, a fee of 3 KD (9.80 USD) may be applied after the visa is issued.
Fees must be paid by credit card.
 

What Should I Do if the Data on the Processed e-Visa Does Not Match my Passport?

If there are any differences between your travel document and the application form, your e-Visa will automatically be considered invalid. You will not be able to enter the country.

What Should I Do if the Data on the Processed e-Visa Does Not Match my Passport?

If you are from one of the following GCC countries:
 
In Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, United Arab Emirates and Oman, you can apply for a Kuwait e-Visa.
 
Important things to note when applying for a Kuwait e-visa as a citizen of a GCC country include:
Your stay validity must exceed six months when you apply for an e-Visa.
 
During the trip, the main applicant must be present along with other dependent applicants.
 
All dependents must attach a copy of the sponsor's GCC residence with their application.

Can I Work On a Kuwait e-Visa?

No you can not.
Kuwait e-visa is issued for tourist purposes only.
In case an e-visa applicant is found to be working in the country, they will be held responsible in court.

Important Information

  • Kuwait online visa application must be submitted at least 3 working days before departure
  • Kuwait e-Visa is not a work permit
  • Single entry permits to Kuwait cannot be extended
  • The Kuwait e-visa must be printed and presented upon arrival to customs officials
  • do not overstay to avoid being fined or banned from applying for a Kuwait visa online in the future
  • All applicants must have a passport valid for at least 6 months from the expected date of arrival
  • Our support team assists all travelers at every step of the online registration process.

FAQ about the Kuwait e-Visa

The Kuwait e-visa is a single-entry permit that allows 90-day residence in the country for all travel-related purposes.Get your visa online in up to 72 hours directly to your email in PDF format.No embassy visit and application process can be completed using an assistive device, even a phone!
The main difference between the e-visa and the regular Kuwait visa is the time it takes to obtain this entry permit.The electronic form is sent directly to the candidate’s email inbox as a PDF within a maximum of 72 hours.While regular visas can take even weeks to process and require multiple visits to the embassy.
If your country is listed as eligible to apply for a Kuwait visa online, you must apply at least 3 business days before your trip.
Luckily, you don’t even have to leave home to apply and receive a PDF version of your entry permit to your email address.
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Children must also have an electronic visa to travel to Kuwait.
Their parents or guardians must be the ones to apply for their visa online.
The only countries that can enter Kuwait without an e-visa are the GCC countries, specifically Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Please note!
If you reside in the GCC, you can apply for a visa electronically.
The only document required to apply for a Kuwait visa online is a valid passport.
Your travel documents must not expire at least 6 months from your intended date of arrival in Kuwait.
Additionally, if you are a GCC resident, you may be required to attach additional supporting documents (e.g.
GCC ID card or GCC visa photo).
To complete the registration process, once you have completed the form with your data, move on to covering costs.
Kuwait online visa fee is only 39 euros for a single entry permit for a stay of 90 days.
There are several online payment options to cover the 39 Euro fee for the Kuwait e-Visa.
Applicants can use a credit or debit card or choose any other payment method from the many available.
If you have any questions regarding costs and payments, please contact our support team via email or phone!
An intuitive three-step online visa application process that takes just a few minutes is what stands between you and your Kuwait entry permit.
Choose the purpose of your trip, fill out the form and make sure all information provided is correct.
Pay the fee and wait for the approved e-Visa to be sent to your email address.
When applying for a Kuwait visa online, you can be sure that the maximum processing time will be 72 hours (3 working days).
To successfully and quickly submit your application to Kuwait, ensure that all data provided is error-free.
Once approved, the single-entry e-Visa will be sent directly to the applicant’s email address in PDF format.
Make sure to check that the email address provided in the online visa application form is correct and working.
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If you have applied for your Kuwait visa online and received the required electronic entry permit in your inbox, print it out.
Make sure you bring a printed copy of your e-visa and valid passport at the airport.
After submitting the e-visa application form and receiving an approved entry permit, you can travel to Kuwait and stay in the country for up to 90 days (three months).
Please note!
Electronic visa allows one-time entry; After leaving Kuwait, you must apply for a new entry permit.
Online Kuwait visa is valid for 30 days (one month) from the date of issue.
Electronic visa holders must travel to Kuwait within the validity period and can stay in the country for a maximum of 90 days.
There is no possibility of extending the Kuwait e-visa.
Do not extend your stay to avoid being fined or banned from applying for an e-visa in the future.
Once you return to your home country, apply online for a new Kuwait entry permit.
If your online Kuwait visa has not been approved, first check if you meet the e-Visa requirements.
If yes and all data provided in the form is correct, please contact our support team to discuss your case.

To learn more about the Kuwait e-Visa, the process of applying, types, and requirements, contact our support team via email or phone, read the FAQ section, or visit the official government website at https://evisa.moi.gov.kw/.

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