Kuwait Visa

The Kuwait visa for Indians can easily be applied online through Atlys or the government portal. When applying at Atlys, we will ensure your documents meet the requirements and update you about your visa process. To apply on Atlys, you must:

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  Visit Atlys: Go to our online portal.

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  Provide Travel Details: Choose the date you plan to travel to Kuwait.

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  Submit Documents: Upload the required document.

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  Pay The Visa Fees: Lastly, pay the Kuwait visa fees and submit your application for processing.

The documents required for the visa to Kuwait include:

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  A copy of your passport’s front page.

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  A copy of your passport’s back page.

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  A recently taken passport-sized photo.

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  Graduation or degree certificate.

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  Proof of sponsorship.

It is advised to start your Kuwait e-visa application at least 2 weeks before your travel date.

Indian nationals can apply for various visa types, such as:

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  Tourist visa: Indian tourists can stay in Kuwait for a maximum of three months with this visa for leisure and tourism purposes.

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  Work visa: Indian nationals wishing to work in Kuwait are granted a work visa by the sponsoring company. It might even make you eligible for a work permit in Kuwait.

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  Family Joining visa: Indian nationals can join their spouse, parents, or children who have made Kuwait their home by obtaining a Kuwait joining family visa.

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  Student visa: This Kuwait visa is issued for Indian students travelling to study in an educational institution in Kuwait.

You can reapply for your visa after your visa is denied. To do so, ensure you have fixed the reasons that caused the rejection. You will lose the funds when applying through government or online portals, except Atlys. On Atlys, you are guaranteed a refund of up to ₹8000 or $100 on rejected visas. Take note that the refund excludes the service fees.

The Kuwait e-visa allows Indians to stay in the country for up to 30 days.

Yes, Indian nationals must have a sponsor when applying for a Kuwait e-visa.

Yes, Atlys is available online 24/7. This allows you to apply for your e-visa to Kuwait over the weekends and after hours. The processing of your visa will only happen during business days.

No, the tourist visa can only be used for leisure, sightseeing, or exploring activities. If you want to work in Kuwait, you need the correct employment visa.

After you have submitted your application, your visa will be processed in about 5 days. Once approved, you will receive a digital copy of the Kuwait e-visa.

The Kuwait e-visa fees for Indians are ₹45,000.

Note that this fee does not include any handling or service fees. The fee mentioned can change anytime, so visiting the official website before applying for your visa is advised.

Travel insurance is not mandatory for the Kuwait e-visa application. However, it is recommended to have travel insurance when visiting a foreign country.

When you apply for your e-visa to Kuwait on Atlys, you can pay the fees using your credit/debit card or an approved mobile wallet.

When overstaying your Kuwait visa, you must pay a fine of ₹1 lakh (₹100,000).

Various factors can delay your visa processing. Some of these factors include:

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  Not providing all the required documents.

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  Incorrect information on your application.

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  Peak travel seasons.

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  Having a criminal history.

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  Public holidays.

No, your passport must be valid for at least 6 months to apply for the Kuwait e-visa. Your visa application will be denied if your passport expires within 6 months.