Kuwait eVisa

الكويت · Kuwait City · Asia

eVisa Level 2

Kuwait offers an eVisa system that allows citizens of 50 countries to apply online. The fee is $25 USD with processing completed within 3-3 days. The visa is valid for 90 days with a maximum stay of 90 days. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry, and visa on arrival is also available.

$25

Fee (USD)

3 business days

Processing

90d

Validity

90d

Max stay

Verified: 2026-04-01 Source: kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw

Requirements

✓ Valid passport (min 6 months validity beyond stay)

✓ Passport-size photo (white background)

✓ Return or onward travel ticket

✓ Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)

✓ Sufficient funds for stay

✓ Completed online application form

✓ Credit/debit card for payment

Key details

Entry type	Single
Multiple entry	Single entry only via eVisa portal.
Passport validity	6 months
Blank pages	1 required
Biometric	Required
Print eVisa	Not required
Israeli stamp	Entry denied
Insurance	Not required
Yellow fever	Not required

Photo specifications

Size: 35x45 · 600x750 min

Background: white

Format: JPEG · max 1024KB

Face: 70-80%

Taken within: 6 months

Best time to visit

Jan

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Best OK

Cooler and tolerable. Outdoor activities possible. Avoid May-Sep (extreme heat 45°C+, sandstorms).

Country information

🏛

Kuwait City

Capital

💱

KWD

Currency

📞

+965

Calling

🕐

+03:00

Timezone

👥

0.0M

Population

🗣

Arabic

Language

Payment methods

visamastercardamex

Neighboring countries

IraqSaudi Arabia

Tips & warnings

⚡ Apply early — even though processing is fast, apply at least a week in advance.

⚡ Entry denied if your passport contains an Israeli stamp or evidence of visiting Israel.

⚡ Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months — check before applying.

⚡ Only apply through the official portal (evisa.moi.gov.kw) — avoid unofficial websites that charge extra fees.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Kuwait eVisa cost? +

The Kuwait eVisa costs $25 USD. Single entry only via eVisa portal.

How long does Kuwait eVisa processing take? +

Processing takes 3 business days.

What documents do I need for a Kuwait eVisa? +

Valid passport (min 6 months validity beyond stay). Passport-size photo (white background). Return or onward travel ticket. Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter). Sufficient funds for stay. Completed online application form. Credit/debit card for payment.

How long is the Kuwait eVisa valid? +

The visa is valid for 90 days from issue date. Maximum stay is 90 days.

Can I get multiple entries for Kuwait? +

Single entry only via eVisa portal.