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New Zealand embassy & consulates in Kuwait

Visa on arrival · 90 days$2,700/moSOS 112Updated Nov 9, 2026
Quick answer

New Zealand has no resident embassy or consulate in Kuwait on record. Kuwait is covered by the New Zealand mission in Saudi Arabia (Riyadh).

Entry rules for New Zealand passport holders → Kuwait:Visa on arrival· 90 days
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Kuwait is covered by the New Zealand mission in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Entry rules for New Zealand passport holders

KuwaitVisa on arrival· 90 days

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

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Document checklist: New Zealand → Kuwait

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
  • You can stay up to 90 days without a visa.
  • Visa fee in cash (usually USD or EUR) for the visa on arrival.
  • Recent passport photos.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?
Consular legalisation required
New Zealand → Kuwait
Driving licence abroad
No shared convention. Check local rules: a local licence or official translation may be required.
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Applying for a visa? Kuwait missions in New Zealand

  • embassy of Kuwait in New ZealandEmbassy · Wellington · +64 4 471 9980See all

Frequently asked questions

Is there an embassy of New Zealand in Kuwait?

No. New Zealand has no resident embassy or consulate in Kuwait on record. Kuwait is covered by the New Zealand mission in Saudi Arabia (Riyadh).

Do citizens of New Zealand need a visa for Kuwait?

Visa on arrival (90 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

What should I do if I lose my passport in Kuwait?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 112), then contact the New Zealand embassy or consulate in Kuwait for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.