KuwaitMarshall Islands

Kuwaiti passport ยท policy checked 11 Jul 2026

Visa on arrival

Issued at the border. 90 days from date of arrival.

90

days

max stay per entry

0

visa fee

free at the border

11

visa types

published by Marshall Islands

Border

visa issued on arrival

Policy note

Fee waived.

Diplomatic Relations/Pacific Island Forum Members category.

Entering Marshall Islands on a Kuwaiti passport

  1. Get your visa at the Marshall Islands border on arrival - carry the fee and documents. Apply here โ†—

Marshall Islands visa cost for Kuwaiti citizens

Free

Visa on Arrival (VOA) - fee waived

  • Visa on Arrival (VOA) - fee waived

    90 days from date of arrival

    Free

Marshall Islands visa types for Kuwaiti citizens

G-1 General VisaFamily

valid 730d

For the legal spouse or dependent child of a person who is legally working in or stationed in the Marshall Islands. A dependant/family visa tied to a principal status holder (e.g. an E-1 employment or D-1 diplomatic visa holder).

Corrected: the official RMI Division of Immigration enrollment page defines the General VISA (G-1) as for the 'legal spouse or dependent child of a person who is legally working or stationed' in the Republic - i.e. a family/dependant visa, not a generic catch-all category. Validity up to 2 years. Fees and processing times are not published online; contact the Division at majuro.doi@gmail.com or (692) 625-8633.

Official page โ†—
S1 Student VisaStudent

valid 365d

For foreign nationals enrolled in or accepted to an educational institution in the Marshall Islands. Authorizes study for the duration of the academic program.

S1 is the student visa category listed on the official RMI Division of Immigration applications and enrollment pages for 'studying at a school or academic institution'. The enrollment page states the Student VISA (S-1) is valid for up to 1 year (validity_days=365). Specific fees and processing timelines are not published online. Requires acceptance letter from a recognised institution in the Marshall Islands. Extensions, change of status, and employment are subject to separate approval.

Official page โ†—
E1 Employment VisaWork

For foreign nationals who have secured employment in the Marshall Islands. Authorizes the holder to reside and work in the Republic for the duration specified.

Corrected 2026-07-04: E1 is the employment visa category listed on the official RMI Division of Immigration applications and enrollment pages. The enrollment page's regulatory section (Work VISAs, ยง136) states the work visa is 'valid for the same duration as the work permit or not more than 21 calendar days longer than the duration of the permit' - i.e. validity is tied to the underlying work permit, not a fixed 2-year term (prior validity_days=730 removed). Specific fees and processing times are not published online; applicants should contact the Division directly at majuro.doi@gmail.com or (692) 625-8633. A work permit, job offer, and employer sponsorship are required.

Official page โ†—
C-1 Cruising VisaOther

For foreign nationals cruising in Marshall Islands waters, typically owners and crew of private or recreational vessels/yachts calling at the Republic's atolls.

The Cruising VISA (C-1) is listed as a distinct visa category on the official RMI Division of Immigration enrollment page. Detailed stay length, validity, and fee are not published online; contact the Division at majuro.doi@gmail.com or (692) 625-8633. Distinct from the visa-free exemption for cruise-ship passengers staying under 7 days.

Official page โ†—
D-1 Diplomatic VisaDiplomatic

multiple entryvalid 730d

For serving diplomats visiting or stationed in the Marshall Islands who require an issued visa (as opposed to entering on a diplomatic-passport waiver).

The official RMI Division of Immigration enrollment page defines the Diplomatic VISA (D-1) as for serving diplomats visiting or stationed in the Republic, valid for up to 2 years. This is the issued diplomatic visa category, distinct from the diplomatic/official-passport visa waiver (no visa required) available to diplomatic passport holders under the VOA summary.

Official page โ†—
Diplomatic/Official Passport Visa WaiverDiplomatic

multiple entry

Allows holders of diplomatic passports or UN Laissez-Passer travelling on official or diplomatic missions to enter the Marshall Islands without a visa for an unrestricted period.

Listed under the 'ALL OTHERS - VISA WAIVERS' section of the official RMI immigration summary (March 2024). Diplomatic passport holders of any nationality entering on a diplomatic mission, and Laissez-Passer holders on official missions, are exempt from visa requirements with no period restriction. Japanese and Indian diplomatic/official passport holders receive a specific 90-day waiver under the same section.

Official page โ†—
R-1 Residence VisaOther

multiple entryvalid 1825d

For non-citizens seeking to reside in the Marshall Islands for longer than six months. The long-term residence permit for foreign nationals settling in the Republic.

The official RMI Division of Immigration enrollment page defines the Residence VISA (R-1) for non-citizens registering to reside in the Republic beyond six months, valid for up to 5 years. Fees and processing times are not published online; contact the Division at majuro.doi@gmail.com or (692) 625-8633.

Official page โ†—

Marshall Islands visa policy, fees & entry rules in full โ†’

Marshall Islands visa for Kuwaiti citizens - FAQ

Do Kuwaiti citizens need a visa for Marshall Islands?

No advance visa is required - Kuwaiti citizens get a visa on arrival at the border for stays of up to 90 days.

How long can Kuwaiti citizens stay in Marshall Islands?

Kuwaiti passport holders can stay in Marshall Islands for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa on arrival arrangement.

What documents do Kuwaiti citizens need for Marshall Islands?

A passport valid well beyond your planned stay (commonly three to six months, depending on the destination), proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific Marshall Islands visa category - check the official portal for the exact passport-validity rule.

Check entry with visas you already hold โ†’What โ€œvisa on arrivalโ€ means โ†’