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.
Kuwait Visa for Nepali Citizens
Up-to-date Kuwait visa requirements, processing time, and embassy info for Nepali passport holders. Yatra handles the full application — document review, dummy ticket, and tracking.
At a glance — Kuwait 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 categories available
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.
Required documents — Kuwait tourist visa
- Required
Passport (6+ months) + photo
- Required
Sponsor NOC from MOI Kuwait
- Required
Sponsor Civil ID + sponsor letter
- Required
Confirmed return ticket
- Required
Hotel booking
Kuwait embassy in Nepal
- Mission
- Embassy of Kuwait — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)
- Address
- 5A, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
- Phone
- +91 11 2410 0791
- [email protected]
- 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.
Important notes
- Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a notary-certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Use a Nepal Bar Council–registered translator and have each translation notarised by a Notary Public.
- Kuwait does NOT issue tourist e-Visas to Nepali ordinary passport holders — entry is sponsor-based (employer for work, family for visit).
- Standard route: Kuwait sponsor applies via MOI Kuwait → NOC issued → applicant collects visa at Embassy New Delhi or stamps on arrival.
- Nepal labour permit (DoFE) + GAMCA medical mandatory for work visas. Nepal Govt restricts EPS / labour permits below KWD 70/month.
- Pre-departure: PDO certificate + Foreign Employment Insurance + SSF receipt mandatory.
- Family visit visa requires Iqama-holder sponsor with minimum salary KWD 350/month + housing proof.
Machine-readable version: /visa/kuwait/markdown
Frequently asked questions
- 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.
- Where is the Kuwait embassy in Nepal?
- Embassy of Kuwait — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal) — 5A, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India. Phone: +91 11 2410 0791.
- Is there an online portal to apply for a Kuwait visa?
- Yes — apply online at https://evisa.moi.gov.kw (limited to GCC residents + ~50 nationalities — Nepal NOT eligible).
- How is the Kuwait visa fee paid?
- Sponsor pays in Kuwait (KWD); embassy fee in INR/USD.
- Can Yatra help with a Kuwait visa application?
- Yes — Yatra provides end-to-end visa assistance for Kuwait including document preparation, appointment booking, application review, and a PNR-backed dummy ticket (NPR 999) when the embassy requires proof of onward travel.
Sources & last updated
Last reviewed:
- https://evisa.moi.gov.kw — Kuwait MOI eVisa portal
- https://e.gov.kw — Kuwait e-government services
- https://www.mofa.gov.kw — Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Embassy of Kuwait New Delhi (jurisdiction over Nepal)
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