Ladies and gentlemen, we are now descending into Kuwait City where the temperature is a pleasant 38°C and visas are not required before-hand.
Are you an Iqama-holder wondering what to do over the weekend?
Head down to the State of Kuwait where the Kuwaiti visa on arrival for GCC residents has just been announced (yes, indeed!)
The exciting announcement was made by Kuwait’s First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Sabah and was reported by Kuwait Times.
According to the new ruling, expatriate residents can now enjoy visa-on-arrival as long as their GCC residency is valid for six months.
So, pack your bags and exchange those Saudi riyals for Kuwaiti dinars. Here is everything to know about the new visa on arrival.
Kuwait announces visa on arrival for GCC residents
Kuwait sits on the northern edge of the Arabian Peninsula, at the very top of the Persian Gulf, rubbing shoulders with Iraq and Saudi Arabia. Despite its modest size and 500 km of coastline, it’s a true melting pot, home to 4.82 million people. Most people live in the vibrant, urban sprawl of Kuwait City. The city has been a hub that’s been a strategic trade spot since ancient times thanks to its location near the Tigris and Euphrates.
Today, Kuwait thrives as a high-income emirate with massive oil reserves and a cultural scene that’s earned it the nickname “Hollywood of the Gulf.” From theatre and TV dramas to music and art, Kuwait has been a trendsetter across the Gulf, exporting its creative spark far beyond its borders while remaining a proud founding member of the GCC, the UN, and OPEC.
The Kuwaiti visa on arrival for GCC residents move aims to simplify travel for the large expat community spread across the GCC and bring Kuwait’s entry regulations in line with the region’s tourism trends.
Kuwaiti visa on arrival for GCC residents location
Whether you are driving, sailing, or flying to Kuwait, you will be able to get the visa on arrival. At the Kuwait International Airport, you can get your visa at one of the many visa counters.
Kuwaiti visa on arrival for GCC residents fee
No information about the fee for visa on arrival for GC residents has been made public.
Kuwaiti visa on arrival for GCC residents requirements
According to the official Kuwait International Airport website, there are six major criteria for the Kuwaiti visa on arrival for GCC residents.
- The profession of the arriving passenger is one of this professions : Doctor, Lawyer, Engineer, Teacher, Judge, Consultant, Members of Public Prosecution, University Teacher, Journalist, Press & Media Staff, Pilot, System Analyst, Pharmacist, Computer Programmer, Manager, Businessman, Diplomatic Corps, Owners, Managers & Representative of Commercial Companies & Establishments, University Graduates
- Passenger should be holding a proper passport and not lasses passe or temporary travel document
- Passenger should be holding a passport and GCC residence permit valid for more than six month from the date of travel to Kuwait
- Passenger should not be black-listed in the state of Kuwait
- Passenger should hold a return ticket
- Passenger should register his residence address in Kuwait when applying for the visa at visas counter at the airport.
Expats and Saudi Arabia
Saudi residents rejoice, because the Kingdom has just released 15 articles detailing the terms and conditions for expats to buy property in Saudi Arabia. Visiting Saudi? Remember to get your tourist VAT refund before exiting.
