Kuwait
Iran
Iran visa for Kuwaiti citizens
Entry requirement
Kuwaiti citizens can visit Iran without a visa for up to 15 days.
- Maximum stay
- 15 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Iranian citizens travelling to Kuwait
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Travel advice for Iran
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to the whole country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Kuwait to Iran, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Iran at Level 4, do not travel (updated 22 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to Iran (updated 27 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Iran (updated 29 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Kuwaiti citizens can stay in Iran
Kuwaiti citizens may stay in Iran for up to 15 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Iran.
Iran’s neighbours for Kuwaiti citizens
Armenia, Pakistan and Turkey admit Kuwaiti citizens visa-free. Turkmenistan and Afghanistan require Kuwaiti citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Iranian citizens travelling to Kuwait
Kuwait requires Iranian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do Kuwaiti citizens need a visa for Iran?
Kuwaiti citizens can visit Iran without a visa for up to 15 days.
How long can Kuwaiti citizens stay in Iran?
Kuwaiti citizens can stay in Iran for up to 15 days.
Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Kuwait?
Kuwait requires Iranian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can Kuwaiti citizens enter Iran visa-free?
Yes, Kuwaiti citizens can enter Iran without a visa and stay for up to 15 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.