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Kuwait visa requirements for Nepalese citizens

Nepalese citizens need a visa for Kuwait, from its embassy or consulate.

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Nepal

Going to

KWT

Kuwait

Visa needed

Apply at the embassy or consulate.

Visa: Required
Last updated: 11 November 2026

Check your passport stamps

Visa or entry may be refused if the passport contains an Israeli stamp (see Israeli stamps).

What to do

Find Kuwait's embassy or consulate that covers where you live.
Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
Book an appointment early; processing can take several weeks.

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Ways into Kuwait

Visit for a holiday, online or through a sponsor.

Visa not requiredVisa-free Gulf entryCitizens of Gulf Cooperation Council countries can enter without a visa.
Fee
Free
How to apply
1. Check that you have Gulf citizenship.
2. Enter Kuwait without a visa.
- Living in a Gulf country alone does not give you visa-free entry.
Official page
eVisaGulf resident tourist eVisaGulf residents with listed jobs can apply online for a holiday visa.
Stay
90 days
Valid for
30 days
Entries
Single
How to apply
1. Check your job on the official tourist visa list.
2. Create a Kuwait Visa account and complete your profile.
3. Send your form and documents.
4. Track updates on the portal.
Documents required
- Passport valid 180 days
- Passport copy
- Gulf residence permit showing listed job
- Confirmed travel ticket
- Hotel booking
- Recent face photo
- The online route still lists jobs, despite wider rules for arrival visas.
- You cannot work on this tourist visa.
Official page
Visa on arrivalGulf resident arrival visaGulf residents with enough time left on their permit can request a tourist visa.
How to apply
1. Check your Gulf permit has at least 180 days left.
2. Confirm border rules and any country limits.
3. Request a tourist visa at the border.
Documents required
- Gulf residence permit valid 180 days
- The portal still lists jobs; border rules and country limits need checking.
- The notice gives no fee, stay length or processing time.
Official page
Other routeSponsored tourist visitA sponsor or hotel can arrange your tourist visit.
Fee
KWD 10
How to apply
1. Prepare your visit form and documents.
2. Ask your sponsor to submit them to Immigration.
3. Complete the form and pay the fee.
Documents required
- Passport valid 180 days
- Visit form
- Visitor's passport copy
- Proof of relationship
- Sponsor's salary proof or work permit
- Sponsor's Civil ID copy
- Hotel signer's approval, for hotel applications
- The fee does not tell you how long you can stay.
- The service gives no country list or processing time.
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Embassies for this trip

For lost passports and emergencies.

All embassies

Embassy
Embassy of Nepal in Kuwait
Al-Jabriya Area, Block No. 8, Street No. 13, Building No. 514
kw.nepalembassy.gov.np

Coming from Nepal

Plugs C GAdapter for some
MoneyKWD د.ك
Time−2h 45m
DrivingOn the rightLook left first
LanguageArabic
Emergency112 police

Planning your Kuwait trip

Best time to go: Winter has cooler weather and is a popular time for desert trips and horse riding. December and January temperatures can fall to 5°C; June to August temperatures can exceed 50°C.

Failaka IslandSee old wooden boats, Bronze Age remains and Greek archaeological sites, including a temple. The island was heavily damaged during the Iraqi invasion.
Al JahraTraditional boats called boums and sambuks are still built here. They are now mainly used for pleasure.
Mina Al AhmadiThis oil port has large jetties for tankers. Its Oil Display Center requires reservations.
KOC Ahmed Al Jaber Oil & Gas ExhibitionThis museum in Ahmadi has interactive displays and guided tours every 30 minutes. Contact it ahead of time because it sometimes closes for part of the day.

Read the full Kuwait guide