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Zawya
07-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Kuwait launches new e-visa system for tourists, families, and business travelers
Kuwait - In a significant step toward modernizing its digital infrastructure and enhancing global connectivity, Kuwait has launched a new electronic visa (e-visa) system aimed at simplifying and expediting entry procedures for both travelers and residents. The platform, introduced this week by Kuwaiti authorities, is a key milestone in the country's efforts to become a regional hub for tourism, trade, investment, and international cooperation. The e-visa platform currently offers four distinct visa types: tourist, family visit, business, and official, each tailored to meet various travel needs. All visa categories are now available online, streamlining the application process and reducing paperwork and processing times. The tourist visa, valid for up to 90 days, caters to individuals seeking to explore Kuwait's cultural heritage, modern attractions, and scenic coastline. The family visa, valid for 30 days, allows Kuwait residents to invite relatives, supporting easier family reunification. The business visa, also valid for 30 days, is designed for representatives of foreign companies and institutions visiting Kuwait for meetings, conferences, or professional engagements. Meanwhile, the official visa is reserved for members of government delegations and diplomatic missions on formal assignments, reinforcing Kuwait's active participation in international diplomacy. Officials emphasized that the launch of the e-visa system supports the Ministry of Interior's broader digital transformation strategy. It is intended to enhance Kuwait's accessibility to tourists, professionals, and visiting delegations while positioning the country as a forward-looking destination for global cooperation. Looking ahead, Kuwait is also expected to benefit from the upcoming GCC Grand Tours Visa — a unified short-term visa that will allow travel across six Gulf Cooperation Council countries. Though not yet implemented, the initiative represents a major step toward streamlined regional mobility and greater tourism integration in the Gulf. The new e-visa system reflects Kuwait's commitment to digital innovation, economic growth, and improved public services through modern, user-friendly platforms.
Gulf Business
06-07-2025
- Business
- Gulf Business
Kuwait launches new e-visa platform to boost travel, digital efficiency
Image: Getty Images Kuwait has officially launched a new electronic visa (e-visa) system, aimed at simplifying and accelerating entry procedures for travelers, residents, and official visitors, as part of its broader digital transformation and tourism strategy. The newly implemented platform, managed by the Ministry of Interior, supports four visa categories — tourist, family, business, and official — and is expected to reduce processing times and eliminate administrative hurdles. The tourist visa allows a stay of up to 90 days and is designed for individuals wishing to explore Kuwait's cultural and leisure offerings. The family visa, valid for 30 days, enables Kuwaiti residents to invite relatives for short-term stays, facilitating family reunification. The business visa, also valid for 30 days, is tailored to foreign professionals, entrepreneurs, and corporate representatives visiting for meetings, events, or commercial negotiations. The official visa category is granted to diplomats and government delegations on formal missions, including international conferences and bilateral meetings, based on invitations from Kuwaiti authorities. How to apply on the e-visa platform The e-visa platform is accessible through the Ministry of Interior's official The move aligns with Kuwait's long-term strategy to enhance digital public services and reinforce its position as a key destination for tourism, investment, and diplomacy. The new system complements other regional initiatives, including the anticipated Read:
