Document checklist for Kuwait

Valid visa: paper or electronic copy

A passport with a minimum six-month expiration date

Essential Kuwait travel information

Currency -KDW, or Kuwaiti dinar. A dollar is about comparable to 0.31 KWD.

Daily budget for one person – 36 KWD ($116) each day is recommended.

Languages – Kuwaiti Arabic and Modern Standard Arabic are used in official communications. English is a common language.

Top 3 cities to visit – Hawalli, Salwa, and Kuwait City.

Top 3 landmarks/monuments – The Grand Mosque, Abdullah Alsalem Cultural Center, and Souk Al-Mubarakiya Market.

Socket type – Type G, 240V supply voltage, and 50Hz.

Time zone – Arabia Standard Time (AST): ET +7.

Kuwait visa Information

Like any other Gulf nation, you will require a visa upon arrival at Kuwait International Airport. The good news is that US citizens traveling for leisure can apply for a Kuwait eVisa online.

Typical costs and budget for Kuwait

Daily spending – Budget 36 KWD ($116) per person daily if you’re on a low budget.

Meals – If money is scarce, set aside 36 KWD ($116) per person each day.

Transport – Allocate modest daily spending on public transportation of roughly 1.20 KWD (USD 3.90).

Hotel – A quality hotel may cost you roughly 17.48 KWD ($57).

A weekly excursion typically costs 250 KWD (816 USD) per person. However, prices are based on Kuwait City expenses, so that they may vary from city to city.

Transport and best ways to travel around Kuwait

Utilizing Kuwait Airways is the recommended method of entry. However, you could discover that there are better choices than public transportation once you arrive. For example, there is a bus system. However, it has minimal routes, few cars, and no set schedules.

Taking a cab or using a private vehicle service is the finest option for transportation in Kuwait City and other significant locations in the nation. The only suggestion is to refrain from taking a cab sans a meter or if the driver won’t turn one on since the service is cheap.

A different option is to rent a vehicle. This can be the more affordable, dependable, and pleasant choice, particularly if you want to go to several places in Kuwait.

Safety in Kuwait

Kuwait is among the safest nations in the Middle East due to the typically low crime risk, such as robberies and pickpocketing. Also, remember that Kuwait is a Muslim nation; thus, local traditions should be observed. For your travel, consider the following advice:

Use taxi services or private transportation instead of less secure public transport.

To avoid issues, always choose a licensed cab. In addition, it is advised against ladies going for a nighttime stroll alone in remote places.

Weather in Kuwait

Long and sweltering summers characterize Kuwait’s desert climate. High temperatures and a few wet days are prevalent throughout the year. Nevertheless, it’s lovely outside from September until November.

Between 109.5°F (43.1°C) and 76.5°F (24.7°C) are the typical temperatures from March through May. Days with rain are relatively uncommon throughout these months. Therefore, lightweight clothing should be in your luggage, and you should always have sunscreen. Between 111.2°F (44°C) and 91.4°F (33°C), particularly in Kuwait’s desert regions, summer temperatures from June to August are pretty unpleasant.

Popular Cities and Towns to Visit in Kuwait

Traditions from the Arab world coexist with modernism in Kuwait City, a city of many cultures. You can find anything here, from shops to desolate landscapes.

Hawalli: The city is a melting pot of civilizations with a sizeable non-Kuwaiti population, allowing interaction with other customs.

A fantastic beach location is Kubbar Island, sometimes called the “Ibiza of Kuwait.”

Salwa has fantastic beach resorts, great shopping, and stunning coastline scenery.

Salmiya: With its abundance of shops and arcades, Salmiya is an excellent place to shop.

Must do and see in Kuwait

If you’re traveling to Kuwait for leisure or a business trip, you’ll find that the country has much to offer. Some of Kuwait’s must-see attractions are listed below:

• Kuwait City is home to the Kuwait Towers and the Grand Mosque of Kuwait.
• In Hawalli, go to the Mirror House.
• Enjoy Kubbar Island’s serene beaches, which make it a fantastic place to learn snorkeling.
• Enjoy the sunset on the beach and an evening in the Salwa.
• In Kuwait City, explore the enormous green spaces of Al Shaheed Park.

Typical Kuwaiti food to try

A unique Ramadan dish called harees is said to bring people closer. The dish consists of a thick, porridge-like portion of mashed wheat and meat (often chicken or mutton), then topped with cinnamon sugar, cumin, and occasionally cardamom.

Machboos is a rice-based dish that combines layers of meat with saffron-infused rice and rosewater. It is frequently served with split chickpeas, raisins, and fried onions. Typically, Kuwaitis use a tomato-based sauce called dakkus or dakoos that is prepared with garlic and cilantro.

A whole lamb is filled with vegetables, nuts, fresh herbs, and flavorful spices in a meal called quozi. The dish is served with rice and seasonings after being patiently baked in a sealed oven.

Tashreeb: Made with beef, chickpeas, and various spices, this dish is typically eaten in the winter. With slices of bread or khubz, it is placed over a dish.

Vaccine information for Kuwait

Make an appointment with your doctor at least one month before your trip to review any potential requirements and ensure you have had all the standard immunizations needed for Kuwait.

Fun facts about Kuwait

Kuwait was the first nation to legalize camel racing in 2006, using remote-controlled robot jockeys.

It is forbidden to consume food or beverages, play loud music, dance, or do other activities in public during the holy month of Ramadan.

The world’s most valued currency is the dinar from Kuwait. 1 KWD is worth, on average, 3.26 USD.

70% of people in Kuwait are foreigners. Egyptians, Indians, Pakistanis, Syrians, Iranians, Palestinians, Filipinos, and Turks are among the nationalities that call the nation home.

With 8% of the world’s oil reserves, the nation possesses the sixth-largest oil reserves in the world.