As Sālimīyah: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Salmiya is an area in Hawalli Governorate in Kuwait.

Salmiya · CC BY-SA 4.0

Now in the cityAs Sālimīyah+26°CClear night · sunrise 06:02 AMupdated 04:39 AM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Exchange rateKWD 0.31per 1 $KWD — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Within two hours

Grand Mosque≈ 30 min Sabah Al Salem Stadium≈ 30 min Kuwait International Airport≈ 35 min

Safety and health

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).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

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: US Department of State Travel Advisory

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

As Sālimīyah: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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