JordanKuwait: Visa required

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Do Jordan passport holders need a visa for Kuwait?

Visa required

Yes. Jordan passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Kuwait.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw (checked September 4, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance1,188 km, straight line (~1h 54m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Kuwait101 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Kuwait passport holders visiting Jordan: Visa-free.

Visa-free alternatives near Kuwait

Jordan passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

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Frequently asked questions

Do Jordan passport holders need a visa for Kuwait?

Yes. Jordan passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Kuwait.

How far is Kuwait from Jordan?

About 1,188 km in a straight line, roughly ~1h 54m nonstop by air.

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.

What nearby countries can Jordan passport holders visit without a visa instead of Kuwait?

Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen, Turkey.

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 Jordan

Jordan, officially the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, is a country in the Southern Levant region of West Asia. Jordan is bordered by Syria to the north, Iraq to the east, Saudi Arabia to the south, and both Israel and Palestine to the west. The Jordan River, flowing into the Dead Sea, is located along the country's western border within the Jordan Rift Valley. Jordan has a small coastline along the Red Sea in its southwest, separated by the Gulf of Aqaba from Egypt. Amman is the country's capital and largest city, as well as the most populous city in the Levant.

CapitalAmman

RegionWestern Asia

Population11.5M

Area89,342 km²

CurrencyJordanian dinar (1 USD ≈ 0.71 JOD)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+962

Drives on theright

TimezoneAmman (UTC+3)

Nearest airportMarka International (Amman Civil) Airport (ADJ), 7 km

Emergency number911

UNESCO sites8

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$5,348 (2025)

Tourist arrivals1.2M (2020)

Climate in Amman

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

Monthly climate normals for Amman, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	9.5°C	4.3°C	126mm	250h
February	11.8°C	5.3°C	87mm	265h
March	16.2°C	7.8°C	171mm	320h
April	19.7°C	10.2°C	24mm	363h
May	26.5°C	15°C	43mm	396h
June	28.8°C	17°C	0mm	397h
July	32.9°C	20.8°C	0mm	411h
August	31.3°C	19.9°C	0mm	399h
September	34°C	22.6°C	0mm	347h
October	28.9°C	18°C	1mm	337h
November	17.8°C	11.2°C	79mm	286h
December	14.6°C	7.5°C	21mm	277h

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

Jordan is an Arab kingdom in the Middle East, at the crossroads of Asia, Africa and Europe. It has been repeatedly called an "oasis of stability" in the Middle East. Since the 1940s, millions have immigrated to Jordan for a better life. With an extensive collection of tourist attractions, ranging from biblical sites to seaside sites, there is a lot to see and do in Jordan.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Al Maghtas
Aqaba Marine Reserve
Petra
Qasr Amra
Salt
Umm ar-Rasas
Umm el-Jimal
Wadi Rum

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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	10.5°C	5mm	291h
February	20.3°C	11.4°C	8mm	269h
March	25.1°C	15.5°C	17mm	309h
April	30.5°C	21.2°C	2mm	310h
May	37.9°C	26.1°C	0mm	351h
June	43°C	30.6°C	0mm	372h
July	44.3°C	32.6°C	0mm	370h
August	43.1°C	31.7°C	0mm	370h
September	41.5°C	28.8°C	0mm	339h
October	34.6°C	22.2°C	0mm	339h
November	26.5°C	18.3°C	52mm	261h
December	18.9°C	12.8°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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