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Vietnam Embassy in Kuwait City

The Embassy of Vietnam in Kuwait City offers official consular services for Kuwaiti citizens and foreign residents in Kuwait, including visa processing, passport renewals, document authentication, and support for Vietnamese citizens residing or traveling in the country.

Embassy contact information

Address: Jabriya, Block 10, Street 19, Villa 96, Kuwait
Phone: + 965-25311450 – 25351593
Fax: + 965-25351592
Email: www.vietnamembassy-kuwait.org/
Website: vnemb.kw@mofa.gov.vn

Office hours

Date Operating hours Notes
Today (Thursday, November 20, 2025) 09:00 - 17:00 Open in 37 minutes
Friday (November 21, 2025) 09:00 - 17:00 No public holiday
Saturday (November 22, 2025) Closed
Sunday (November 23, 2025) Closed
Monday (November 24, 2025) 09:00 - 17:00 No public holiday
Tuesday (November 25, 2025) 09:00 - 17:00 No public holiday
Wednesday (November 26, 2025) 09:00 - 17:00 No public holiday
Status Update: Opens at 9:00 AM (Current time in Kuwait City: 08:23 AM, Thursday November 20, 2025)

Location map

Located at Jabriya, Block 10, Street 19, Villa 96, Kuwait. Use the map below for directions and nearby landmarks.

Nearest airport: Kuwait International Airport (10.32 km)

How to apply for a Vietnam visa in Kuwait City

Foreign nationals in Kuwait City can obtain a visa through one of the following three methods:

E-Visa (Recommended)

Apply online at: https://evisa.gov.vn

  • Valid for tourism, business, short visits
  • Single or multiple entry (up to 90 days)
  • Entry by air, land, or sea
  • Processing time: 3–5 working days
  • Official fee: USD 25–50 (~ KWD 8-15)

Suitable for most travelers including Kuwaiti passport holders.

APPLY FOR E-VISA

Visa at the Embassy in Kuwait City

Required for:

  • Work visa (LD/DN)
  • Student visa (DH)
  • Investor, long-term, or official visa

Steps:

  1. Contact consular section via vnemb.kw@mofa.gov.vn
  2. Prepare passport, photos, visa form, invitation letter (if required)
  3. Submit in person at the embassy
  4. Pay visa fee (varies by type)

Processing time: 3–7 business days

Visa on Arrival (Air travelers only)

  • Requires pre-approval letter from a visa agency
  • Get visa stamped at Vietnamese airport
  • Not valid for land or sea entry
  • Requires cash payment of stamping fee upon arrival (USD 25–50 ~ KWD 8-15)

Apply For visa-on-arrival

Visa option comparison

Method Entry Type Validity Processing Time Best For
E-Visa Air/Land/Sea Up to 90 days 3–5 working days Tourists, business travelers
Embassy Visa All types Flexible 5–7 days Work, student, long-term
Visa on Arrival Air only Flexible 1–3 days + arrival wait Emergency travel or agency assistance

Other consular services

The embassy also provides the following services:

  • Vietnamese passport issuance/renewal
  • 5-year visa exemption certificate (for overseas Vietnamese living in Kuwait City)
  • Legalization and authentication of documents
  • Notarization services

Upcoming office closures

Please be advised that the Embassy of Vietnam in Kuwait City may observe closures on the following holidays. It is recommended to contact the embassy in advance to confirm their hours of operation.

Holiday Date
International New Year's Day Jan. 1, 2026
New Year's Day Jan. 1, 2026
Isra and Miraj Jan. 16, 2026
Vietnamese New Year's Eve Feb. 16, 2026

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