U.S. visa for Kuwaiti citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Kuwaiti passport holders visiting United States 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 United States for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | United States e-visa for Kuwaiti citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United States visa on arrival for Kuwaiti citizens | Not Available | |
United States tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Kuwaiti passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United States.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United States.
If you are looking for United States 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 United States nearest your place of residence.
- Kuwait City: The Embassy of United States in Kuwait City, Kuwait (Working hours: Close now)
United States visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United States diplomatic mission offices to Kuwait for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Kuwait traveling to United States from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Kuwait) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 48,146 | N/A |
| 2009 | 45,735 | -5.01% |
| 2010 | 49,808 | 8.91% |
| 2011 | 52,686 | 5.78% |
| 2012 | 55,583 | 5.50% |
| 2013 | 59,464 | 6.98% |
| 2014 | 62,565 | 5.21% |
| 2015 | 64,552 | 3.18% |
| 2016 | 63,418 | -1.76% |
| 2017 | 64,065 | 1.02% |
| 2018 | 66,189 | 3.32% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United States & Kuwait comparison
United States's area is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi), while the area of Kuwait is approximately 17,820 km2 (6,880 sq mi). This means Kuwait is 513.32 times smaller than United States.
As of April 2024, United States's population is ~338.8 million people - 334,285,800 more people than the population of Kuwait.
We have highlighted United States & Kuwait’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United States | Kuwait | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 338,814,313 | 4,528,513 | 334.3 million more people live in United States than Kuwait |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 273 | 39 | United States has 234 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Kuwait. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 134 | 48 | United States passport holders can visit 86 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 1147 | 70 | U.S. hosts 1077 more foreign missions than Kuwait. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Kuwait travel to United States in one year?
The number of visitors from Kuwait visiting United States in 2018 was approximately 66,189.
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Useful Information
- Washington D.C. to Kuwait City: 12488.78 km (7760.17 mi)
- Travel time: 26 hours 1 minutes
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