Kuwait Visa for Indians

There are different types of Kuwaiti visas that Indians can apply for. 

1. Tourist Visa - This visa can be availed only for the purpose for tourism which includes sightseeing, vacationing, recreational activities, etc.
2. Visit Visa - This visa allows a stay of up to 30 days after entry and is valid for 90 days. It takes the Kuwait Embassy at least a week to process this visa. The visitor has to be sponsored by a Kuwaiti Company or Resident or a Resident foreigner (relative of the visitor). Indians can avail this visa from the Kuwait Embassy in India or through the office of Kuwait Airways. Visitors who are related to a resident foreigner can get a visit visa by submitting the application form, security form from the resident foreigner, passport copy, sponsor's passport and civil ID along with copies of the same, sponsor's salary certificate and relationship proof.
3. Work Visa/Permit - Indians who wish to work in Kuwait have to apply for a work visa/permit. A person cannot work in Kuwait using a visit visa. Work visa in the country is issued under Article 17 and 18 of the immigration regulations of Kuwait. To get this visa, the employer has to submit a copy of the employee's passport to get a work permit from the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour Affairs. An NOC has to be obtained by the employer from the General Administration of Criminal Investigation by submitting the personal details of the employee. After getting the NOC and work permit from the employer, employees have to apply for an entry visa and provide documents such as PCC (Police Clearance Certificate), good conduct certificate, medical certificate, passport, education certificates, etc. In Kuwait, employees have to submit their fingerprints to get security clearance.
4. Transit Visa - This visa is valid for seven days and can be availed from the Kuwaiti Consulate office or from a Kuwait Port Authority. To get this visa, applicants must have a confirmed onward ticket and visa to the next destination.

Eligibility for Kuwait Visa for Indian Citizens

It is very important for you to fulfill the eligibility criteria in order to obtain a Kuwait visa. Given below are some of the common requirements that you must follow: 

1. Your passport must be valid for at least six months after the date you plan to leave Kuwait. 

1. You must have sufficient funds in your account to get the visa easily. 

1. You need to mention the reason for your visit, whether you are visiting for tourism, work, or to meet family or friends. 

1. You need to provide the details of your stay in Kuwait. 

Note: It is suggested to visit the official website of the Kuwait Embassy or Consulate in India to know more information on eligibility criteria. 

Documents Needed for Kuwait Visa for Indians 

The following documents will be required if you are going to apply for a Kuwait visa: 

Note: The aforementioned are the general documents that an individual needs to apply for a Kuwait visa. Apart from this, some other documents might also be needed based on the type of visa. Always double-check with the official website of the Kuwait Embassy or Consulate in India. 

How to Apply for a Kuwait Visa from India

For applying Kuwait Visa, you need to visit the official website of the Kuwait Embassy or Consulate in India and follow the given below steps: 

• You need to collect the visa application form either from the Kuwait Embassy or from the Consulate in India. You can also download the form through the website of the embassy. 
•  After getting the form, you will have to fill in the form correctly and make sure that the details match with your passport. 
•  Provide all necessary documents such as your passport, passport-sized photo, medical certificate, proof of funds and other supported documents. 
• Once you have attached the documents and completed the form, you need to find an authorised agent either from private or public sector companies to submit the visa application. 
• You need to pay the visa application fees via a demand draft or cash and you need to wait for your visa processing.  
• You will get informed about your visa application and if it is approved, you can collect it from the embassy or consulate. 

How to Track the Status of Kuwait Visa 

You can keep checking the status either online or with the help of your authorised agent. Given below are the steps to check the status online: 

1. You can go to the official website of the Ministry of Interior's, Kuwait.

1. From the right side of the screen, you can choose the option “Visa Status Enquiry”. 

1. Fill in the reference number of your visa application and your visa status will be displayed on the screen. 

Kuwait Embassy and Consulate in India 

The Consulate of Kuwait in India is in Mumbai and the Embassy of Kuwait is situated in New Delhi. Here is the list of addresses, e-mails, and phone numbers for these offices: