Kuwait

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Telefonvorwahl

+965

Hauptstadt

Kuwait City

Bevölkerung

4,3 Millionen

Einheimischer Name

الكويت

Region

Asia

Western Asia

Zeitzone

Arabia Standard Time

UTC+03:00

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Kuwait is a small but wealthy Gulf state, a member of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), known for vast oil reserves, modern architecture, traditional souqs, and Gulf Arab culture. Kuwait City, the capital, is a modern metropolis on the Persian Gulf featuring iconic Kuwait Towers, contemporary architecture, and traditional markets. Kuwait is one of the world's wealthiest countries per capita due to oil exports. Visitors (mostly business travelers and expatriates) are drawn to Kuwait Towers, Grand Mosque, Souk Al-Mubarakiya traditional market, Tareq Rajab Museum, Failaka Island archaeological site, The Avenues mall (one of Middle East's largest), Liberation Tower, desert camping experiences, and contemporary Gulf culture. Kuwait offers modern amenities, Gulf hospitality, and insights into oil-wealthy Arab society, though tourism infrastructure is limited compared to Dubai or Doha.

Visa Requirements for Kuwait

Kuwait offers several visa options depending on nationality and purpose. Citizens of GCC countries (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman) can enter visa-free for unlimited stays. Many Western nationalities including US, UK, Canada, Australia, most EU countries can obtain e-visas online through the Kuwait e-Visa portal (evisa.moi.gov.kw) before travel, with processing typically 2-5 business days and costing approximately KWD 3 (~$10 USD). Some nationalities can obtain visa on arrival at Kuwait International Airport. Others require embassy visas obtained in advance. Kuwait's e-visa system has streamlined tourist entry for many nationalities. Visit visas typically allow 90 days with possibility of extension. Business visas require sponsor/invitation from Kuwaiti company. Israeli passport holders and passports with Israeli stamps are denied entry.

Gängige Visumtypen

E-Visa (Tourist Visit)

90 days single entry; costs ~KWD 3 (~$10 USD); apply at evisa.moi.gov.kw; processing 2-5 business days; requires passport scan, photo, Kuwait address, return ticket; print e-visa approval; extendable within Kuwait.

For tourism for citizens of 50+ eligible countries including US, UK, Canada, Australia, most EU countries, applied for online.

GCC Visa-Free Entry

Unlimited stay; no visa required; passport or GCC ID card sufficient; freedom of movement within GCC; can work with proper permits; part of Gulf regional integration.

For citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council member states (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman) for any purpose.

Visa on Arrival

90 days; available for certain nationalities at airport immigration; requires valid passport (6 months), hotel booking, return ticket, sufficient funds; fee payable in KWD; check eligibility before travel.

For citizens of select countries who can obtain tourist visa directly at Kuwait International Airport upon arrival.

Embassy/Sponsored Visa

Varies by visa type; requires Kuwaiti sponsor (company or individual) for business/visit visas; apply through Kuwaiti embassy or sponsor in Kuwait; extensive documentation required; processing time varies; common for South Asian, African, Middle Eastern nationalities.

For nationalities not eligible for e-visa or visa on arrival, or for business purposes requiring sponsorship.

Important Travel Information

Passport validity: Must be valid for at least 6 months from entry date. Israeli stamps or evidence of Israel travel will result in entry denial. Passports should have blank pages.

Israeli connections: Kuwait does not recognize Israel. Any Israeli stamps, Israeli visa, or evidence of Israel travel results in entry denial. Includes land border stamps from Jordan or Egypt if entering/exiting Israel.

Conservative society: Kuwait is conservative Muslim country. Alcohol is completely illegal (zero tolerance, severe penalties). Modest dress required in public. Respect Islamic customs, especially during Ramadan.

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