Kuwait travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Kuwait with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Kuwait.

Kuwait travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Kuwait with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Kuwait - quick facts
Time difference UK +3 hours
Language(s) Arabic
Currency Kuwaiti Dinar
Electricity G plug (240V)
Driving side Right
Visa✝ Yes

✝ = requirements for UK travellers.

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Kuwait weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
64°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Kuwait City64
68°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Kuwait City68
79°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Kuwait City79
88°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Kuwait City88
100°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Kuwait City100
109°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Kuwait City109
113°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Kuwait City113
111°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Kuwait City111
108°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Kuwait City108
95°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Kuwait City95
81°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Kuwait City81
68°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Kuwait City68
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
5 days with some rainfall in January in Kuwait City5
4 days with some rainfall in February in Kuwait City4
5 days with some rainfall in March in Kuwait City5
3 days with some rainfall in April in Kuwait City3
1 day with some rainfall in May in Kuwait City1
0 days with some rainfall in June in Kuwait City0
0 days with some rainfall in July in Kuwait City0
0 days with some rainfall in August in Kuwait City0
0 days with some rainfall in September in Kuwait City0
1 day with some rainfall in October in Kuwait City1
3 days with some rainfall in November in Kuwait City3
5 days with some rainfall in December in Kuwait City5
Sea temperature °F
61°F sea temperature in January in Kuwait City61
59°F sea temperature in February in Kuwait City59
64°F sea temperature in March in Kuwait City64
72°F sea temperature in April in Kuwait City72
79°F sea temperature in May in Kuwait City79
84°F sea temperature in June in Kuwait City84
86°F sea temperature in July in Kuwait City86
90°F sea temperature in August in Kuwait City90
86°F sea temperature in September in Kuwait City86
82°F sea temperature in October in Kuwait City82
75°F sea temperature in November in Kuwait City75
68°F sea temperature in December in Kuwait City68

The Kuwait weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Kuwait.

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Kuwait travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Kuwait from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Kuwait.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Kuwait travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Kuwait with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Kuwait, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Kuwait travel features

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Kuwait FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Kuwait including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Kuwait?

Kuwait is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Kuwait.

Check out Ministry of Health, Kuwait for more information.

What is the time difference between Kuwait and the UK?

The time difference between Kuwait and the UK is UK time+3 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Kuwait?

The main language spoken in Kuwait is Arabic.

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What is the currency in Kuwait?

The currency in Kuwait is the Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD).

Send money to Kuwait with XE Money Transfers*.

Which plugs are used in Kuwait?

Kuwait uses electrical plug type G (240 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Kuwait?

They drive on the right side of the road in Kuwait.

Find out more about driving in Kuwait with International Drivers Association*.

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Do you need a visa for Kuwait?

Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter Kuwait.

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