Kuwait: Commercial Visit Visa Issuance Temporarily Suspended

Update - June 19, 2026: Kuwaiti authorities have resumed the issuance of commercial visit visas.  

June 10, 2026: Kuwaiti authorities have temporarily suspended the issuance of commercial visit visas for all nationalities until further notice. The Commercial Visit Visa is a single-entry visa valid for up to 30 days, issued at the request of a company registered in Kuwait. It is required for business related travel, including attending meetings, seminars and conferences, meeting with clients and engaging in contract negotiations. The suspension of commercial visit visa issuance restricts foreign nationals from entering Kuwait for business purposes, impacting planned meetings and work-related travel until further notice. 

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