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Kuwait Visa for Nepali Citizens

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Nepali passport holders visiting Kuwait as tourists use the Kuwait Tourist Visa. Processing time: 5–14 working days after sponsor approval. Apply through Embassy of Kuwait — New Delhi. The sources and the date this record was last reviewed are listed at the end of the page.

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Kuwait visa for Nepali citizens — key facts

Tourist visa
Kuwait Tourist Visa (sponsor-based)Stay: 30 days
Visa fee
Not listed in our record
Processing time
5–14 working days after sponsor approval.
Where to apply
Embassy of Kuwait — New Delhi

At a glance

At a glance — Kuwait Tourist Visa (sponsor-based)

Processing time
5–14 working days after sponsor approval.
Stay duration
30 days; non-extendable.
Visa validity
90 days from issuance.
Entries
Single.
Where to apply
Kuwait sponsor (resident or hotel) submits application; NOC issued; collect via Embassy New Delhi.

Visa types

Visa categories available

  • Tourist — Kuwait Tourist Visa (sponsor-based)

    Tourism — only via Kuwait sponsor (relative or hotel sponsor).

    Stay
    30 days; non-extendable.
    Processing
    5–14 working days after sponsor approval.

  • Family Visit — Kuwait Family Visit Visa

    Visiting Iqama-holder relative.

    Stay
    30/60/90 days extendable.
    Processing
    7–21 working days.

  • Work — Kuwait Work Visa (Article 17/18)

    Salaried employment in Kuwait.

    Stay
    1 year initial residence; renewable.
    Processing
    4–8 weeks.

  • Diplomatic — Kuwait Diplomatic / Official Visa

    Government officials, diplomats, UN staff.

    Stay
    Per credentials.

Checklist

Required documents — Kuwait tourist visa

5 required — tick them off as you build your file.

  1. Passport (6+ months) + photo

    Required

  2. Sponsor NOC from MOI Kuwait

    Required

  3. Sponsor Civil ID + sponsor letter

    Required

  4. Confirmed return ticket

    Required

  5. Hotel booking

    Required

Where to apply

Where Nepali citizens apply for a Kuwait visa

Mission
Embassy of Kuwait — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)
Address
5A, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
Phone
+91 11 2410 0791
Email
newdelhiemb@mofa.gov.kw
Hours
Sun–Thu 09:00–14:00; closed Fri/Sat.
Application centre
Sponsor-based via MOI Kuwait — No e-Visa eligibility for Nepalis. Kuwait sponsor (employer/family) applies via MOI Kuwait; NOC sent to Nepal; visa stamped at Embassy New Delhi or on arrival.
Online portal
https://evisa.moi.gov.kw

Notes

Important notes

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FAQ

Kuwait visa for Nepali citizens — frequently asked questions

Common questions Nepali citizens ask before applying for a Kuwait visa — answered from the official sources listed below.

Which visa do Nepali citizens use to visit Kuwait as tourists?

Nepali passport holders visiting Kuwait for tourism use the Kuwait Tourist Visa (sponsor-based), which allows a stay of 30 days; non-extendable.

How long does a Kuwait tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

5–14 working days after sponsor approval.

How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Kuwait on a tourist visa?

30 days; non-extendable (Kuwait Tourist Visa (sponsor-based)).

Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Kuwait tourist visa?

Kuwait sponsor (resident or hotel) submits application; NOC issued; collect via Embassy New Delhi.

What documents are required for a Kuwait tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: Passport (6+ months) + photo; Sponsor NOC from MOI Kuwait; Sponsor Civil ID + sponsor letter; Confirmed return ticket; Hotel booking.

Which Kuwait mission handles visa applications from Nepal?

Embassy of Kuwait — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal), 5A, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India. Phone: +91 11 2410 0791. Applications are lodged at Sponsor-based via MOI Kuwait, No e-Visa eligibility for Nepalis. Kuwait sponsor (employer/family) applies via MOI Kuwait; NOC sent to Nepal; visa stamped at Embassy New Delhi or on arrival.

Is there an official online portal for the Kuwait visa?

Yes. The official starting point is https://evisa.moi.gov.kw.

How is the Kuwait visa fee paid?

Sponsor pays in Kuwait (KWD); embassy fee in INR/USD.

Can Yatra For Fun help with a Kuwait visa application?

Yes — Yatra For Fun's visa desk can help you prepare your Kuwait visa file over WhatsApp (the embassy or visa centre makes the decision), and you can order reservation documents for your file: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.

Sources

Sources & last updated

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  • Fees and rules change — confirm on the official source before you pay or apply.
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