India launches e-visa for Kuwaitis: Embassy
'The launch of the e-visa facility for Kuwaiti nationals marks a significant step towards strengthening the bonds between our two countries by making travel to India simpler, faster, and more efficient,' Ambassador Swaika said, adding that it helps enhance people-to-people ties and boost travel between India and Kuwait.
The Indian ambassador noted that the tourist e-visa is valid for up to five years, fulfilling a long-standing request from Kuwaiti travelers, saying that business visas are available for up to one year, while medical, medical attendant, and conference visas are granted for shorter, specific durations. 'The entire process is online — [there is] no need to visit the visa application centers," the ambassador said.
"You can upload documents, pay fees, and complete the application from home. Biometrics will be done upon arrival at an Indian airport.' He added, 'Visa fees are affordable, with a five-year tourist visa costing just $80, and shorter-duration visas available from $40. Payments can be made via credit/debit card or online gateways.'
The launch comes at a time of deepening bilateral relations between India and Kuwait, with growing tourism, trade, and investment flows. 'Direct flights connect nine cities in India, and the number of Kuwaiti tourists visiting India is rising steadily,' the Ambassador noted. He stated, 'In 2024, approximately 8,000–9,000 tourist visas were issued to Kuwaiti nationals. "E-visa holders may enter India through 32 designated airports and five seaports. For those who prefer, the traditional method of obtaining a Regular/Paper Visa from the Indian Consular Application Centers (ICAC) in Kuwait will continue to be available."
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