Kuwaiti visa for Indian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Indian passport holders visiting Kuwait for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Indian citizens to enter Kuwait for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Kuwait e-visa for Indian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Kuwait visa on arrival for Indian citizens | Not Available | |
Kuwait tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Indian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Kuwait.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Kuwait.
If you are looking for Kuwait visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from India, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Kuwait nearest your place of residence.
- New Delhi: The Embassy of Kuwait in New Delhi, India (Working hours: Close now. Open in 60 minutes)
- Mumbai: The Consulate General of Kuwait in Mumbai, India (Working hours: Close now. Open in 60 minutes)
Kuwait visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Kuwait diplomatic mission offices to India for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from India traveling to Kuwait from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (India) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 137,344 | N/A |
| 2009 | 147,552 | 7.43% |
| 2010 | 151,032 | 2.36% |
| 2011 | 161,646 | 7.03% |
| 2012 | 166,141 | 2.78% |
| 2013 | 180,293 | 8.52% |
| 2014 | 189,312 | 5.00% |
| 2015 | 201,289 | 6.33% |
| 2016 | 204,595 | 1.64% |
| 2017 | 214,803 | 4.99% |
| 2018 | 246,732 | 14.86% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Kuwait & India comparison
Kuwait's area is approximately 17,820 km2 (6,880 sq mi), while the area of India is approximately 2,973,190 km2 (1,147,954 sq mi). This means India is 166.85 times bigger than Kuwait.
As of October 2025, Kuwait's population is ~4.6 million people - 1,443,721,603 fewer people than the population of India.
We have highlighted Kuwait & India’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Kuwait | India | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 4,592,999 | 1,448,314,602 | 1.4 billion fewer people live in Kuwait than India |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 39 | 186 | Kuwait has 147 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with India. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 48 | 28 | Kuwait passport holders can visit 20 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 70 | 466 | Kuwaiti hosts 396 fewer foreign missions than India. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from India travel to Kuwait in one year?
The number of visitors from India visiting Kuwait in 2018 was approximately 246,732.
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Useful Information
- Kuwait City to New Delhi: 3266.59 km (2029.77 mi)
- Travel time: 6 hours 48 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025