OmanKuwait: Visa-free

OmanKuwait

Do Oman passport holders need a visa for Kuwait?

Visa-free

No. Oman passport holders do not need a visa to visit Kuwait for tourism.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: spa.gov.sa (checked September 4, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-21

Distance1,234 km, straight line (~1h 57m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Kuwait101 of 242 nationalities tracked

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Frequently asked questions

Do Oman passport holders need a visa for Kuwait?

No. Oman passport holders do not need a visa to visit Kuwait for tourism.

How far is Kuwait from Oman?

About 1,234 km in a straight line, roughly ~1h 57m 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.

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 Oman

Oman, officially the Sultanate of Oman, is a country in the southeastern Arabian Peninsula in West Asia. It shares land borders with Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen, and maritime borders with Iran and Pakistan. Its coastline extends along the Arabian Sea to the southeast and the Gulf of Oman to the northeast. The exclaves of Madha and Musandam are surrounded by the United Arab Emirates on their land borders, while Musandam's coastal boundaries are formed by the Strait of Hormuz and the Gulf of Oman. With an area of 315,331 km2 and a population of approximately 5.46 million, Oman is the third-largest country on the Arabian Peninsula. Muscat is the capital and largest city, Islam is the state religion, and Arabic is the official language.

CapitalMuscat

RegionWestern Asia

Population5.5M

Area309,500 km²

CurrencyOmani rial (1 USD ≈ 0.38 OMR)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+968

Drives on theright

TimezoneMuscat (UTC+4)

Nearest airportMuscat International Airport (MCT), 31 km

Emergency number112 / 968

UNESCO sites6

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$19,947 (2025)

Tourist arrivals869K (2020)

Climate in Muscat

Warmest June, coolest January, driest February, sunniest May. Best time to visit: February, October, December.

Monthly climate normals for Muscat, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	23.8°C	16.8°C	42mm	296h
February	25.4°C	18.2°C	0mm	316h
March	27°C	20.2°C	8mm	320h
April	33.5°C	26°C	1mm	346h
May	37.3°C	30.6°C	0mm	370h
June	37.6°C	31.4°C	0mm	357h
July	35.7°C	30.6°C	0mm	342h
August	35.9°C	29.6°C	1mm	321h
September	36.1°C	27.9°C	0mm	355h
October	32.3°C	23.7°C	0mm	343h
November	28.6°C	21°C	6mm	308h
December	25.4°C	18.4°C	1mm	310h

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

The Sultanate of Oman is on the eastern side of the Arabian Peninsula. Under the radar of most visitors to the Gulf, Oman is peaceful and prosperous, with amazing natural sights and hospitable people.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Aflaj Irrigation System of Oman
Arabian Oryx Sanctuary
Bahla Fort
Bat, Al-Khutm and Al-Ayn archaeological sites
Land of Frankincense
Qalhat

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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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