Thai visa for Kuwaiti citizens
A visa is NOT required for Kuwaiti passport holders visiting Thailand for a short-term stay: 30 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Kuwaiti citizens to enter Thailand for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 30 days |
| Evisa | Thailand e-visa for Kuwaiti citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Thailand visa on arrival for Kuwaiti citizens | Not Available | |
Thailand tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Kuwaiti passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Thailand.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Thailand.
If you are looking for Thailand visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Kuwait, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Thailand nearest your place of residence.
- Kuwait City: The Embassy of Thailand in Kuwait City, Kuwait (Working hours: Close now. Open in 15 minutes)
Thailand visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Thailand diplomatic mission offices to Kuwait for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Kuwait traveling to Thailand from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Kuwait) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 12,105 | N/A |
| 2009 | 11,745 | -2.97% |
| 2010 | 13,227 | 12.62% |
| 2011 | 15,961 | 20.67% |
| 2012 | 18,554 | 16.25% |
| 2013 | 22,034 | 18.76% |
| 2014 | 20,592 | -6.54% |
| 2015 | 24,836 | 20.61% |
| 2016 | 27,000 | 8.71% |
| 2017 | 29,541 | 9.41% |
| 2018 | 31,688 | 7.27% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Thailand & Kuwait comparison
Thailand's area is approximately 510,890 km2 (197,255 sq mi), while the area of Kuwait is approximately 17,820 km2 (6,880 sq mi). This means Kuwait is 28.67 times smaller than Thailand.
As of April 2024, Thailand's population is ~70.5 million people - 65,969,464 more people than the population of Kuwait.
We have highlighted Thailand & Kuwait’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Thailand | Kuwait | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 70,497,977 | 4,528,513 | 66.0 million more people live in Thailand than Kuwait |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 98 | 39 | Thailand has 59 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Kuwait. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 35 | 48 | Thailand passport holders visit 13 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 144 | 70 | Thai hosts 74 more foreign missions than Kuwait. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Kuwait travel to Thailand in one year?
The number of visitors from Kuwait visiting Thailand in 2018 was approximately 31,688.
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| Wind | 3.13 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 09:12 AM | |
Useful Information
- Bangkok to Kuwait City: 5517.32 km (3428.30 mi)
- Travel time: 11 hours 29 minutes
This page was last updated on: April 2024