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Kuwait: Travel guide, visas and free housing · 2026

Kuwait, officially the State of Kuwait, is a country in West Asia.

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Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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Updated information about regional tensions (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 3Think twice before you travel; weigh the reasons below.
  • crime
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Reconsider travel to Kuwait due to the threat of armed conflict , landmines , and crime . The U.S. government has limited ability to offer services to U.S. citizens in Kuwait due to safety risks. U.S. government employee travel restrictions Due to safety risks, U.S. government employees need special authorization to travel to Kuwait. Additional staffing posture adjustments may be imposed on U.S.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory