Ugandan visa for Kuwaiti citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Kuwaiti passport holders visiting Uganda for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Kuwaiti citizens to enter Uganda for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Uganda e-visa for Kuwaiti citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Uganda visa on arrival for Kuwaiti citizens | Eligible | |
Uganda tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Kuwaiti passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Uganda.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Uganda.
If you are looking for Uganda visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Kuwait, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Uganda nearest your place of residence.
- Riyadh: The Embassy of in Riyadh, ~ 514.93 kilometers (319.96 mi) away from Kuwait City, Kuwait. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 29 minutes).
- Tehran: The Embassy of in Tehran, ~ 806.73 kilometers (501.28 mi) away from Kuwait City, Kuwait. (Working hours: Close now Lunch time ).
Uganda visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Uganda diplomatic mission offices to Kuwait for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Kuwait traveling to Uganda from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Kuwait) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 701 | N/A |
| 2009 | 670 | -4.42% |
| 2010 | 785 | 17.16% |
| 2011 | 955 | 21.66% |
| 2012 | 994 | 4.08% |
| 2013 | 1,001 | 0.70% |
| 2014 | 1,051 | 5.00% |
| 2015 | 1,081 | 2.85% |
| 2016 | 1,098 | 1.57% |
| 2017 | 1,164 | 6.01% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Uganda & Kuwait comparison
Uganda's area is approximately 199,810 km2 (77,147 sq mi), while the area of Kuwait is approximately 17,820 km2 (6,880 sq mi). This means Kuwait is 11.21 times smaller than Uganda.
As of October 2025, Uganda's population is ~53.3 million people - 48,741,015 more people than the population of Kuwait.
We have highlighted Uganda & Kuwait’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Uganda | Kuwait | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 53,334,014 | 4,592,999 | 48.7 million more people live in Uganda than Kuwait |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 39 | Uganda has 3 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Kuwait. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 38 | 48 | Uganda passport holders visit 10 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 50 | 70 | Ugandan hosts 20 fewer foreign missions than Kuwait. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Kuwait travel to Uganda in one year?
The number of visitors from Kuwait visiting Uganda in 2017 was approximately 1,164.
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Useful Information
- Kampala to Kuwait City: 3180.14 km (1976.05 mi)
- Travel time: 6 hours 37 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025