Koeweit: wat je moet weten voor vertrek
Het belangrijkste
- Check current regional-security advice and flight availability.
- Alcohol is illegal; drone import and use require permission.
- Some British citizens are excluded from visas on arrival because of country of birth.
Inreis en visa
Kuwait's official tourist-visa portal lists US, UK, EU, Ukrainian, Chinese and Turkish citizens among those eligible online or on arrival, subject to checks. Tourist stays may be up to 90 days as granted. FCDO says British citizens born in Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Pakistan, Sudan, Syria or Yemen need an embassy visa before travel. Confirm eligibility and carry return travel and accommodation proof.
Online aankomstformulieren en vergunningen
- Kuwait tourist visa ↗ optioneel
Before travel if applying online; use the visa within its validity period · Eligible nationalities or qualifying GCC residents
Geldigheid paspoort: At least six months from entry.
Aan de grens kan worden gevraagd naar
- Carry a return or onward ticket and accommodation confirmation.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw ↗, kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw ↗, gov.uk ↗
Geld
Contant en pinnen zijn allebei gangbaar. Kaarten worden bijna overal geaccepteerd.
Apple Pay — geen gegevens · Google Pay — geen gegevens
- Credit cards and US dollars are widely accepted; ATMs are available.
- Some taxis require cash; confirm the fare before departure.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: travel.gc.ca ↗
Regels en verboden
Verboden
- Alcohol purchase, possession and sale; public intoxication.
- Illegal drugs, including small or residual quantities.
- Drone import or operation without authorisation.
Wetten die reizigers onbewust overtreden
- Respect public decency rules.
- Do not eat, drink or smoke publicly during Ramadan daylight hours.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: gov.uk ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗
Cultuur en kleding
Religie: Kuwait is a Muslim country; respect Islamic religious customs.
Kleding: Dress modestly in public; avoid revealing or tight clothing, particularly in conservative areas.
Etiquette
- Respect Ramadan observance and check opening hours.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: gov.uk ↗
Klimaat
Desert climate with long, hot summers, dust and humidity; short cooler winters bring occasional rain. Seasonal boundaries vary, so check current forecasts.
Per maand
- januari: Jan: Cool winter; occasional rain
- februari: Feb: Winter-to-spring transition
- maart: Mar: Moderate spring; storms possible
- april: Apr: Spring; rain and weather changes
- mei: May: Summer heat develops
- juni: Jun: Hot summer; dust possible
- juli: Jul: Extreme summer heat
- augustus: Aug: Extreme summer heat
- september: Sep: Hot summer conditions
- oktober: Oct: Summer heat persists
- november: Nov: Autumn; cooling and possible rain
- december: Dec: Winter develops; cooler nights
Beste seizoen: The cooler winter and transition seasons avoid peak summer heat; security advice takes priority.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: e.gov.kw ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗
Wat mee te nemen
- Modest, breathable clothing
- Sun protection
- A layer for cool winter evenings
- Type G adapter
Niet meenemen / invoer verboden
- Alcohol
- Drones without prior authorisation
- Illegal drugs
Praktisch
Stopcontacten: Type G; 240V, 50Hz.
Water: US advice says tap water is generally safe; sealed bottled water is also available.
Verkeer: rechts rijden
Gezondheid: Dust storms and air pollution can aggravate respiratory conditions; plan around forecasts.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk ↗, e.gov.kw ↗, travel.state.gov ↗
Inreisregels veranderen. Controleer vóór de reis de website van de ambassade of immigratiedienst van het land.