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Passport/Visa
Note
Married women and children (except nationals of Iran and
Iraq) may travel on the passport of their husband or
father.
Passports
Passport valid for at least 6 months required by all.
Visas
Required by all except nationals of Bahrain, Oman,
Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates for an
unlimited period.
Types of visa
Business, Visitor, Work and Transit. Transit visas are
not required provided passengers hold onward tickets and
do not leave the airport. The fee for a visa depends on
the applicants nationality.
Validity
Depends on nationality and purpose of visit. Validity of
the visa (as stated on the stamp) is counted from the
date of entry; in most cases it is usually 30 days.
Enquire at Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy)
for further details.
Application to
Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy)
Application requirements
(a) Valid passport. (b) Two completed application forms
(originals, not photocopies). (c) Two passport-size
photos. (d) Fax or other confirmation of invitation from
sponsor/contact in Kuwait. This should be faxed directly
to the Embassy (e) Covering letter from employer in home
country detailing evidence of position and status within
company, purpose of visit, length of stay. (f)
Registered, self-addressed envelope if applying by post.
(g) Fee. Work visa: (a)-(g) and, (h) Medical certificate
attesting that applicant is free from certain medical
conditions and illnesses and not pregnant contact the
Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy) for further
details. (i) Employers reference.
Note
For a visit sponsored by a Kuwaiti resident, a form
validated by the Ministry of the Interior is required.
This form is called the No Objection Certificate, and
should be obtained by the sponsor in Kuwait. Visitors
without a sponsor will require an entry permit
obtainable from Kuwaiti Consulates. However, it is
advisable to check with the Embassy well in advance of
travel.
Working days required
10.
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