Kuwait Opens EVisa to GCC Expats

If you're an expat living in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, or Oman and thinking about visiting Kuwait, there's good news for you. Kuwait has officially opened its eVisa portal to residents of these GCC countries. That means no more long embassy visits or complicated paperwork. Just apply online and get your visa approved in a few days.

Here’s everything you need to know.

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Who Can Apply for Kuwait eVisa?

Expats who live in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, or Oman can now apply for a Kuwait eVisa online, as long as they meet a few conditions:

• Valid residency in one of the above GCC countries
• Residency must be valid for at least 6 months
• Passport must be valid for 6+ months from your travel date
• You must work in an approved profession (like a doctor, engineer, teacher, manager, etc.)
• Must not be blacklisted in Kuwait
• You’ll need to register your accommodation address at the airport upon arrival

Who Cannot Use the eVisa Portal?

Expats holding certain nationalities can’t apply online. If you’re from countries like Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, or Yemen, you’ll need to apply in person at the Kuwaiti embassy or consulate in your country of residence.

Visa on Arrival: Is That Still a Thing?

Yes. If you’re a citizen of one of 53 eligible countries, you can get a visa on arrival at Kuwait International Airport. This applies to passport holders from:

United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea, most EU countries, and others.

So, if you hold one of these passports, you don’t need to apply online.

Documents You’ll Need for eVisa

Make sure you have these ready before applying:

• A copy of your passport’s biodata page
• A copy of your valid GCC residency permit
• Return or onward flight ticket
• A passport-size photo with a white background
• Hotel booking or proof of accommodation in Kuwait
• Proof of profession (like an employment letter or work ID)

How to Apply

• Go to the official portal:
  • https://evisa.moi.gov.kw or https://kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw
• Fill in your personal and travel info
• Upload your documents
• Pay the visa fee online
• Wait for approval, you’ll get an email once it’s ready
• Print your eVisa and take it with you when you travel

Processing Time and Validity

• Approval time: Usually between 1 to 3 business days
• Visa validity: 90 days from the date it’s issued
• Stay duration: Up to 90 days from your entry date

Final Tips Before You Go

• Double-check that your profession is on the approved list
• Make sure your passport and GCC residency are valid during your entire stay
• Respect local laws and customs while you’re in Kuwait
• Print a copy of your eVisa and carry it with you when you travel

In Summary

The new eVisa system makes visiting Kuwait much easier for many GCC-based expats. If you meet the basic requirements and have all your documents ready, you could be just a few days away from your Kuwait visit.

Ready to apply? Visit kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw and start your application today.

This article was previously published on kuwaitmoments. To see the original article, click here