PalauKuwait: Visa required

PalauKuwait

Do Palau passport holders need a visa for Kuwait?

Visa required

Yes. Palau 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 of2026-10-14

Distance9,270 km, straight line (~11h 24m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Kuwait101 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Visa-free alternatives near Kuwait

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

Other visa-free destinations for Palau passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Palau passport holders need a visa for Kuwait?

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

How far is Kuwait from Palau?

About 9,270 km in a straight line, roughly ~11h 24m 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 Palau passport holders visit without a visa instead of Kuwait?

Iran, Jordan, Syria, Israel, Cyprus.

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 Palau

Palau, officially the Republic of Palau, is an island country located in the Micronesia subregion of Oceania in the western Pacific Ocean. The Republic of Palau consists of approximately 340 islands and is the western part of the Caroline Islands, while the eastern and central parts make up the Federated States of Micronesia.

CapitalKoror

RegionMicronesia

Population17.7K

Area459 km²

CurrencyUnited States dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.00 USD)

LanguagesEnglish, Palauan

Calling code+680

Drives on theright

TimezonePalau (UTC+9)

Nearest airportRoman Tmetuchl International Airport (ROR), 8 km

Emergency number911

UNESCO sites1

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$19,532 (2025)

Tourist arrivals18.4K (2020)

Climate in Koror

Warmest September, coolest December, driest January, sunniest March. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, July, September, November.

Monthly climate normals for Koror, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29°C	25.5°C	75mm	330h
February	28.6°C	25.5°C	256mm	285h
March	29.2°C	25.5°C	108mm	338h
April	29.4°C	25.4°C	215mm	322h
May	29.4°C	25.6°C	411mm	310h
June	28.6°C	25.2°C	311mm	281h
July	29°C	25°C	236mm	316h
August	28.8°C	25.1°C	415mm	281h
September	29.5°C	25.3°C	217mm	312h
October	28.9°C	25.2°C	388mm	253h
November	29.2°C	25.5°C	257mm	279h
December	28.5°C	25.2°C	356mm	241h

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

Palau (Belau) is a group of more than 300 tropical islands in the Micronesia area of the Pacific Ocean, to the southeast of the Philippines.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Rock Islands Southern Lagoon

Upcoming public holidays

October 1, 2026Independence Day

October 24, 2026United Nations Day

November 26, 2026Thanksgiving 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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