GibraltarKuwait: Visa on arrival

GibraltarKuwait

Do Gibraltar passport holders need a visa for Kuwait?

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. Gibraltar passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Kuwait, typically valid for 3 months.

A visa is issued at the border on arrival, usually for a fee, with no advance application.

Source: kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw (checked April 16, 2026).

RequirementVisa on arrival

Maximum stay3 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-14

Visa-free access to Kuwait101 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Kuwait passport holders visiting Gibraltar: Visa required.

Other visa-free destinations for Gibraltar passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Gibraltar passport holders need a visa for Kuwait?

A visa is not required in advance. Gibraltar passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Kuwait, typically valid for 3 months.

How long can Gibraltar citizens stay in Kuwait without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

What currency is used in Kuwait?

Kuwaiti dinar (KWD).

What is the emergency number in Kuwait?

112.

What time zone is Kuwait in?

Kuwait (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Kuwait City?

Kuwait International Airport (KWI), about 16 km away.

How many countries can enter Kuwait without a visa?

101 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Kuwait visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Gibraltar

Gibraltar is a British Overseas Territory and city located at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, on the Bay of Gibraltar, near the exit of the Mediterranean Sea into the Atlantic Ocean. It has an area of 6.8 km2 (2.6 sq mi) and is bordered to the north by Spain. The landscape is dominated by the Rock of Gibraltar, at the foot of which is a densely populated town area. Gibraltar is home to around 38,000 people, primarily Gibraltarians.

RegionSouthern Europe

Population40.1K

Area6 km²

CurrencyGibraltar pound (1 USD ≈ 0.76 GIP)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+350

Drives on theright

Emergency number112

Income levelHigh income

Climate in Gibraltar

Warmest August, coolest January, driest August, sunniest July. Best time to visit: June, July, August, September.

Monthly climate normals for Gibraltar, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	15°C	9.7°C	92mm	242h
February	16.9°C	11.5°C	7mm	280h
March	16.8°C	11.3°C	134mm	283h
April	17.1°C	13.2°C	87mm	283h
May	21°C	15.6°C	56mm	377h
June	23.3°C	17.1°C	14mm	385h
July	25.8°C	20.4°C	3mm	396h
August	27°C	20.6°C	0mm	393h
September	24.6°C	19.3°C	20mm	332h
October	20.5°C	14.8°C	50mm	292h
November	18.3°C	14.4°C	130mm	247h
December	16°C	10.6°C	51mm	235h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Gibraltar, colloquially known as The Rock or Gib, is an overseas territory of the United Kingdom at the entrance to the Mediterranean Sea. It is bordered by Spain to the north, while Morocco is a short distance across the strait to the south. Gibraltar has a population of 34,000 as of 2020.

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026St. Stephen's Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

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About Kuwait

Kuwait, officially the State of Kuwait, is a country in West Asia. With a coastline of approximately 500 km (311 mi), it is situated at the head of the Persian Gulf in the northeastern edge of the Arabian Peninsula, bordering Iraq to the north and Saudi Arabia to the south. Kuwait is geographically the second closest Gulf country to mainland Iran after Iraq. The country is a small city-state; most of the population reside in the urban agglomeration of Kuwait City, the capital and largest city. As of 2024, Kuwait has a population of 4.82 million, of which 1.53 million are Kuwaiti citizens while the remaining 3.29 million are foreign nationals from over 100 countries. In 2024, Kuwait had the world's seventh largest number of foreign nationals as a percentage of the population, where its citizens make up fewer than 30% of the overall population.

CapitalKuwait City

RegionWestern Asia

Population4.9M

Area17,818 km²

CurrencyKuwaiti dinar (1 USD ≈ 0.31 KWD)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+965

Drives on theright

TimezoneKuwait (UTC+3)

Nearest airportKuwait International Airport (KWI), 16 km

Emergency number112

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$32,312 (2025)

Tourist arrivals2.2M (2020)

Climate in Kuwait City

Warmest July, coolest January, driest May, sunniest June. Best time to visit: April, October.

Monthly climate normals for Kuwait City, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	18.7°C	10.6°C	5mm	291h
February	20.3°C	11.6°C	8mm	269h
March	25.1°C	15.5°C	17mm	309h
April	30.5°C	21.4°C	2mm	310h
May	37.9°C	26.2°C	0mm	351h
June	43°C	30.7°C	0mm	372h
July	44.3°C	32.7°C	0mm	370h
August	43.1°C	31.8°C	0mm	370h
September	41.5°C	29°C	0mm	339h
October	34.6°C	22.3°C	0mm	339h
November	26.5°C	18.4°C	52mm	261h
December	18.9°C	12.9°C	52mm	262h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Kuwait is a monarchy situated at the Persian Gulf, nestled between Iraq and Saudi Arabia. Historically, Kuwait was a strategic trade port between Mesopotamia, India, and Persia. Like many of its neighbours, Kuwait is endowed with oil and gas wealth.

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