KuwaitSouth Africa

Kuwaiti Embassy in South Africa

1 embassy

Kuwait is represented in South Africa by 1 mission: an embassy in Pretoria. Kuwait requires South African citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Kuwaiti Embassy in Pretoria

Kuwait has its embassy in Pretoria, the capital; the address on record is Arcadia Street 890, Pretoria. Its phone number and website are on its page.

Kuwait visa for South African citizens

South AfricaKuwait Visa required Kuwait visa for citizens of South Africa

KuwaitSouth Africa Visa required South Africa visa for citizens of Kuwait

Kuwait requires South African citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. In South Africa, applications go to the Kuwaiti embassy in Pretoria, or to a visa centre working for Kuwait.

South Africa’s missions in Kuwait

Missions of South Africa in Kuwait (1)

In return, South Africa has an embassy in Kuwait, in Hawalli.

Good to know

Kuwait in South Africa

Worldwide, Kuwait has 80 missions in 72 countries; one of them is in South Africa.

Travel to South Africa for Kuwaiti citizens

Kuwaiti citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to South Africa. In South Africa, Kuwaiti citizens can turn to the Kuwaiti embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Kuwaiti embassy in South Africa is closed

The Kuwaiti embassy in South Africa closes on South Africa’s public holidays, the next being Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and Day of Goodwill (St. Stephen's Day) on Saturday 26 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Kuwaiti embassy in South Africa?

The Kuwaiti embassy is in Pretoria, at Arcadia Street 890, Pretoria.

Do South African citizens need a visa for Kuwait?

Kuwait requires South African citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Do Kuwaiti citizens need a visa for South Africa?

South Africa requires Kuwaiti citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Does South Africa have an embassy in Kuwait?

Yes, South Africa has its embassy in Hawalli.