Kuwait: o que saber antes da viagem
O essencial
- 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.
Entrada e vistos
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.
Formulários e autorizações on-line
- Kuwait tourist visa ↗ opcional
Before travel if applying online; use the visa within its validity period · Eligible nationalities or qualifying GCC residents
Validade do passaporte: At least six months from entry.
Na fronteira podem pedir
- Carry a return or onward ticket and accommodation confirmation.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw ↗, kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw ↗, gov.uk ↗
Dinheiro
Dinheiro e cartão são comuns. Cartões aceitos quase em todo lugar.
Apple Pay — sem dados · Google Pay — sem dados
- Credit cards and US dollars are widely accepted; ATMs are available.
- Some taxis require cash; confirm the fare before departure.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: travel.gc.ca ↗
Regras e proibições
Proibido
- Alcohol purchase, possession and sale; public intoxication.
- Illegal drugs, including small or residual quantities.
- Drone import or operation without authorisation.
Leis que turistas violam sem saber
- Respect public decency rules.
- Do not eat, drink or smoke publicly during Ramadan daylight hours.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: gov.uk ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗
Cultura e roupas
Religião: Kuwait is a Muslim country; respect Islamic religious customs.
Roupas: Dress modestly in public; avoid revealing or tight clothing, particularly in conservative areas.
Etiqueta
- Respect Ramadan observance and check opening hours.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: gov.uk ↗
Clima
Desert climate with long, hot summers, dust and humidity; short cooler winters bring occasional rain. Seasonal boundaries vary, so check current forecasts.
Mês a mês
- janeiro: Jan: Cool winter; occasional rain
- fevereiro: Feb: Winter-to-spring transition
- março: Mar: Moderate spring; storms possible
- abril: Apr: Spring; rain and weather changes
- maio: May: Summer heat develops
- junho: Jun: Hot summer; dust possible
- julho: Jul: Extreme summer heat
- agosto: Aug: Extreme summer heat
- setembro: Sep: Hot summer conditions
- outubro: Oct: Summer heat persists
- novembro: Nov: Autumn; cooling and possible rain
- dezembro: Dec: Winter develops; cooler nights
Melhor época: The cooler winter and transition seasons avoid peak summer heat; security advice takes priority.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: e.gov.kw ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗
O que levar
- Modest, breathable clothing
- Sun protection
- A layer for cool winter evenings
- Type G adapter
O que não levar / proibido importar
- Alcohol
- Drones without prior authorisation
- Illegal drugs
Prático
Tomadas: Type G; 240V, 50Hz.
Água: US advice says tap water is generally safe; sealed bottled water is also available.
Trânsito: pela direita
Saúde: Dust storms and air pollution can aggravate respiratory conditions; plan around forecasts.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk ↗, e.gov.kw ↗, travel.state.gov ↗
As regras de entrada mudam. Antes da viagem, consulte o site da embaixada ou do serviço de imigração do país.