Salwá: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Salwa is an area in Hawalli Governorate in Kuwait City, Kuwait, bordering Rumaithiya to the north, Bayan and Mishref to the west, Messila to the south and the Persian Gulf to the east.

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Now in the citySalwá+38°CClear · sunset 05:50 PMupdated 12:08 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Places on the map5

Worth a day trip

Dār Kulayb≈ 3 hr 45 min

Safety and health

Official travel advice and the medical minimum

Safety · official adviceour data as of Sep 15, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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FCDO no longer advises against all but essential travel to Kuwait (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 3Think twice before you travel; weigh the reasons below.

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There were no changes to the Travel Advisory Level or the risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated to reflect changes that family members 18 years of age or older may travel to Kuwait. Reconsider Travel to Kuwait due to the threat of armed conflict, landmines, and crime . Advisory summary The U.S. government has limited ability to offer services to U.S.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

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

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Salwá: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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