MOI announcement update regarding current residency and visit visas

In appreciation of the exceptional circumstances the country is going through:

An automatic extension of visit visas for one month, and granting an additional 3-month absence permit for residents currently outside the country

First: All types of visit entry visas that have expired or are about to expire during the current circumstances the country is experiencing will be extended for one month, starting Saturday, February 28, 2026.

The extension will be applied automatically through the electronic system, without the need to visit residency affairs departments.

There will be a full exemption from the prescribed fees and any resulting fines during this period, in consideration of the current exceptional circumstances.

Second: Residents who are currently outside the country and have exceeded the permitted absence period and are unable to return to the State of Kuwait will be granted a 3-month absence permit automatically through the electronic system, without the need for (in-person processing), and with exemption from the prescribed fees.

The Ministry confirms that the mentioned periods may be extended depending on developments in the country's situation.

The Ministry of Interior also calls on everyone to follow the ministry's official channels to stay informed of any updates regarding this matter.

May Allah protect Kuwait, its people, and everyone who lives on its land from all harm