Kuwait City, March 5 -- Kuwait's Ministry of Interior has announced the automatic extension of visit visas for one month and an additional three-month absence permit for residents currently outside the country, citing exceptional circumstances affecting travel.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, March 4, the ministry said the measures aim to assist individuals who are unable to return to Kuwait due to the ongoing regional situation and travel disruptions.

Automatic extension of visit visas

According to the ministry, all types of visit entry visas that have expired or are due to expire will be automatically extended for one month starting from February 28, 2026.

The extension will be applied electronically, meaning visa holders will n...