KuwaitSouth Korea: eTA

KuwaitSouth Korea

Do Kuwait passport holders need a visa for South Korea?

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Kuwait passport holders need an approved electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to South Korea, but no embassy visa.

An electronic travel authorisation must be approved online before departure. No embassy visit.

Source: k-eta.go.kr (checked July 17, 2026).

RequirementeTA

Maximum stay3 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance7,169 km, straight line (~8h 56m nonstop)

Visa-free access to South Korea154 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? South Korea passport holders visiting Kuwait: Visa on arrival.

Other visa-free destinations for Kuwait passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Kuwait passport holders need a visa for South Korea?

Kuwait passport holders need an approved electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to South Korea, but no embassy visa.

How long can Kuwait citizens stay in South Korea without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is South Korea from Kuwait?

About 7,169 km in a straight line, roughly ~8h 56m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in South Korea?

South Korean won (KRW).

What is the emergency number in South Korea?

112 / 113 / 119.

What time zone is South Korea in?

Seoul (UTC+9).

What is the nearest airport to Seoul?

Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP), about 15 km away.

How many countries can enter South Korea without a visa?

154 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter South Korea 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 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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About South Korea

South Korea, officially the Republic of Korea (ROK), is a country in East Asia. It constitutes the southern half of the Korean Peninsula and borders North Korea along the Korean Demilitarized Zone, with the Yellow Sea to the west and the Sea of Japan to the east. South Korea claims to be the sole legitimate government of the entire peninsula and adjacent islands. It has a population of about 52 million, of which half live in the Seoul metropolitan area, the ninth most populous metropolitan area in the world, with other major cities being Busan, Daegu, and Incheon.

CapitalSeoul

RegionEastern Asia

Population51.7M

Area100,210 km²

CurrencySouth Korean won (1 USD ≈ 1336.79 KRW)

LanguagesKorean

Calling code+82

Drives on theright

TimezoneSeoul (UTC+9)

Nearest airportSeoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP), 15 km

Emergency number112 / 113 / 119

UNESCO sites18

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$36,227 (2025)

Tourist arrivals2.5M (2020)

Climate in Seoul

Warmest August, coolest December, driest December, sunniest April.

Monthly climate normals for Seoul, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	4.9°C	-3.8°C	64mm	218h
February	6°C	-3.4°C	60mm	224h
March	11.3°C	-0.1°C	18mm	304h
April	15.5°C	4.2°C	24mm	319h
May	22°C	12.2°C	114mm	261h
June	27.4°C	18.2°C	140mm	275h
July	26.3°C	19.6°C	331mm	214h
August	28.4°C	23.2°C	548mm	218h
September	23.5°C	16.2°C	216mm	252h
October	17.9°C	7.7°C	12mm	279h
November	11.1°C	1.7°C	66mm	219h
December	2.5°C	-5.9°C	3mm	244h

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

South Korea, officially the Republic of Korea, is a country in East Asia. Known as the "Land of the Morning Calm", Korea has served as a cultural bridge between its neighbors, China and Japan, for a long time. In the 2nd half of the 20th century, South Korea emerged from the shadows of its turbulent past and achieved impressive economic growth, making it one of the world's most affluent countries today. South Korean pop culture, especially K-pop, is incredibly popular worldwide, driving higher levels of tourism to this nation. Despite their modernity and love for high technology, Koreans also take great pride in their history and traditions, and there many well-preserved historical sites that can give history buffs a glimpse into the ancient past.

Upcoming public holidays

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