Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles
Maximum Alerts / Kuwait
Level published by the State Department on 27.08.2026 · read 13 October 2026 · source checked daily
Kuwait — official level as of 13 October 2026: Level 3/4 ("Reconsider Travel"), from the U.S. Department of State. Maximum Insurance covers this country: hospital settled directly, unlimited repatriation, USD 1.5M, certificate on payment.
Every country has its own scale, so we ask them all the same question: is the whole country advised against?
An advisory covering only areas of the country does not raise the answer: it stays “No”, and the area is shown in the relevant column.
The level shown on this page — and across this site — is the one published by the U.S. State Department, from 1 (normal precautions) to 4 (do not travel). France and the United Kingdom publish their own advisories, with their own rules: they add to that level, they do not replace it.
You will be alerted only on the day the official level of this country changes.
3 recorded incidents (UCDP)hover, click to open it in the briefing
In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: +41 22 ••• •• •• — 24/7 support number, an adviser stays with you to the end.
The 207 country pages — hospitals, pharmacies, police, embassies, emergency numbers, official advice from four governments, health, safety in figures, events in progress — read around the city you name. Your policy — benefits, the six steps, claims, articles. The site — prices, certificate, subscription. Nothing else: what it does not know, it says so and hands you to an adviser.
What I say on the phone
What to do, in this order
In immediate danger, call local emergency services first. Then contact assistance without delay; before engaging a service, seek approval under your policy. Cover is confirmed by the insurer.
Ask assistance where to get care and whether direct cover can be arranged. It confirms the facility and seeks the insurer's approval under your policy. In immediate danger, call local emergency services first.
Even for a pain you meant to shrug off. Without a medical certificate written on the spot, the same day, the insurer cannot cover the event — a certificate written after you return does not count.
The hospital desk sends the request to assistance. Direct payment depends on the insurer's approval and the policy; the call alone does not guarantee it. Have the response confirmed before relying on no up-front payment.
In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services immediately. For an arranged transfer or repatriation, contact assistance: the insurer's medical team decides on measures under the policy. A medical flight booked without approval may not be reimbursed.
Even if everything went well on the ground. Send your invoices and the medical report within 30 days; after that, compensation may be reduced or refused.
Reading hospitals, doctors and pharmacies around this point…
Could not read the places right now (OpenStreetMap source) — this is not a finding about the destination.
Could not read the places right now (OpenStreetMap source) — this is not a finding about the destination.
Could not read the places right now (OpenStreetMap source) — this is not a finding about the destination.
Could not read the places right now (OpenStreetMap source) — this is not a finding about the destination.
Could not read the places right now (OpenStreetMap source) — this is not a finding about the destination.
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
10-13 2.5 · 10-14 2.5 · 10-15 2.5 · 10-16 2.5 · 10-17 2.5 · 10-18 2.5 · 10-19 2.5 m³/s
Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.
No geolocated event in this country at this reading.
3 incidents recorded in the country, all pinned on the map above (zoom out) — the 3 closest to Kuwait City are listed here, nearest first.
Source: UCDP — GEDEvent_v26_01_26_06.csv. Closed period, Clear coding, precise location.
No news located around Kuwait City in this reading.
National numbers (Wikidata, 2026 reading). On site, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: the insurer sends its payment guarantee to the hospital.
Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see Your COVID-19 Vaccination for more information.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Kuwait. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series. Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Kuwait. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Kuwait.
Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.
Monkeypox vaccination is recommended for any adult who anticipates any of the following activities during travel: Sexual or intimate contact with a new partner Sexual or intimate contact at a commercial sex venue, like a sex club or bathhouse Sexual or intimate contact in exchange for money, goods, drugs, or other trade Sexual or intimate contact in association with a large public event, such as a rave, party, or…
Dogs infected with rabies are sometimes found in Kuwait. If rabies exposures occur while in Kuwait, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.
Recommended for most travelers. Typhoid vaccine is not 100% effective. Practicing safe food and water habits , including washing hands at key times , can also help prevent typhoid fever .
CDC recommendations: Vaccine is not recommended. Country entry requirements: Vaccine is not required. Updated April 23, 2025
CDC Travelers' Health, re-read weekly — the recommendation depends on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm it with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure.CDC ↗read 10.10.2026
Low incidence, comparable to Europe.
High coverage.
World Bank — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
Source: France Diplomatie (health advice, in French).
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
WHO: no outbreak reported for this country in the last 24 months (Disease Outbreak News).who.int ↗read 13.10.2026
FDFA (Switzerland) — medical care, in French
Les soins médicaux de base sont assurés. Les hôpitaux privés notamment exigent une garantie financière avant de commencer un traitement (carte de crédit ou paiement d’avance). Si vous prenez régulièrement des médicaments , emportez-en une quantité suffisante avec vous. N’oubliez toutefois pas que l’importation de médicaments contenant des stupéfiants (p. ex. méthadone) ou l'importation de substances utilisées pour traiter des troubles psychiques est soumise à des prescriptions spéciales dans de nombreux pays. Le cas échéant, renseignez-vous à ce sujet, avant le départ, auprès de la représentation étrangère compétente (ambassade ou consulat) et consultez la rubrique Liens voyages , où vous trouverez, entre autres, de plus amples informations sur ce thème ainsi que sur la médecine du voyage en général. Les informations concernant la propagation de maladies et les éventuelles mesures de protection à prendre sont fournies par le personnel médical et les centres de vaccination. Liens voyages
France Diplomatiesource ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Consulter si besoin son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) pour faire une évaluation de son état de santé et bénéficier de recommandations sanitaires, notamment sur les vaccinations. Consulter éventuellement son dentiste avant le départ.
Constituer sa pharmacie personnelle en conséquence et n’emporter dans ses bagages que les médicaments strictement nécessaires ; ne jamais consommer de médicaments achetés dans la rue (risque de contrefaçons). Les médicaments doivent être dans leur emballage d’origine avec les étiquettes originales, accompagnés d’une ordonnance portant le nom des médicaments en dénomination commune internationale (DCI). Il est indispensable de vérifier que les médicaments concernés sont autorisés dans le pays visité : pour plus d’informations, consulter la fiche Informations pratiques .
Certains médicaments étant désormais assimilés à des stupéfiants (somnifères, anxiolytiques, antidépresseurs), il n’est désormais possible d’entrer au Koweït en leur possession que muni d’une prescription médicale pour une durée de 15 jours et certifiée par les autorités koweïtiennes en France.
Les vaccins recommandés en France sont également indispensables lors d’un séjour à l’étranger : les maladies qu’ils préviennent circulent partout dans le monde, parfois même plus fréquemment qu’en France. Avant tout départ, le voyageur (adulte et enfant) doit donc d’abord s’assurer d’être à jour du calendrier vaccinal français, en particulier des vaccins contre la diphtérie, le tétanos, la poliomyélite, la coqueluche mais aussi contre la rougeole. Le carnet de vaccination peut être demandé à l’arrivée de certains pays.
Des vaccinations complémentaires peuvent être nécessaires :
Il est donc conseillé de consulter son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) suffisamment de temps avant le voyage.
Les coronavirus sont une vaste famille de virus susceptibles de provoquer un large éventail de maladies chez l’humain, du rhume banal jusqu’à une atteinte respiratoire sévère. Concernant le Mers CoV, la présentation la plus fréquente associe de la fièvre et une infection pulmonaire qui peut être sévère. Des formes mortelles sont possibles. Il n’existe pas de vaccin.
Les mesures classiques d’hygiène sont recommandées :
En cas de survenue de forte fièvre, de toux et/ou de difficultés respiratoires, y compris après le retour consulter un médecin en urgence ou contacter le Samu (15).
Pour toute information complémentaire , consulter la rubrique risques sanitaires ainsi que les sites internet du ministère de la santé et de l’ Organisation mondiale de la Santé .
La fièvre typhoïde est une maladie infectieuse causée par des bactéries présentes dans l’eau contaminée par des matières fécales d’origine humaine. L’infection résulte le plus souvent de l’ingestion d’eau ou d’aliments contaminés, ou d’une transmission directe de personne à personne. Les symptômes surviennent en moyenne 3 semaines après la contamination et associent fièvre, maux de tête, perte d’appétit, douleurs abdominales avec diarrhée ou constipation, fatigue et parfois, éruption cutanée. Dans les formes plus graves, la fièvre typhoïde peut être fatale en l’absence de traitement.
Les mesures de prévention reposent sur…
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé .
Health — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 20.08.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Before you travel check that:
- your destination can provide the healthcare you may need
- you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation
This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.
Call 112 and ask for an ambulance.
Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.
At least 8 weeks before your trip:
Poor outdoor air quality is a risk in Kuwait. Read about the risks from poor air quality on TravelHealthPro .
You can find further information and advice on air quality on the World Health Organization (WHO) website and check air quality levels on the World Air Quality Index Website .
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro .
Under new rules in Kuwait, all visitors must obtain permission from the Kuwaiti authorities to carry certain prescription drugs before arrival. This requirement applies to many commonly prescribed medications.
There is a state medical service with local clinics and several good hospitals. There are also private medical and dental facilities.
Private medical fees are high. The Kuwaiti government controls fees and has increased them for foreign residents and visitors. Make sure you have adequate travel health insurance and accessible funds to cover the cost of any medical treatment and repatriation.
If you work in Kuwait, check whether your employer provides appropriate private medical insurance which includes repatriation. If not, you’re strongly advised to take out personal medical insurance for yourself and any dependants.
FCDO has a list of medical providers in Kuwait where some staff will speak English.
There is also guidance on healthcare if you’re living in Kuwait .
Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health . There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro .
Places read from OpenStreetMap, within a circle of about 12 km: phone, email, address, website and hours when the source publishes them. No customer reviews, that source has none. Straight-line distances.
Notices vary by bank and vintage — yours prevails. On the right: the Maximum contract (public documents).
At least one official reading covers the whole country; no region is singled out.
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Global Affairs Canada — advises against all but essential travel to the whole country.
an official reading covers the whole country; every trip calls for a written management decision, justified by a pressing reason, with reinforced conditions. The areas quoted without a region (border, routes, localities) call for the same decision.
Global Affairs Canada — Advised against — all travel
Avoid all travel to the area within 5 km of the border with Iraq due to the presence of unexploded ordnance.
France Diplomatie (in French) — Advised against — all travel
En outre, il est formellement déconseillé de se rendre dans une zone de 5 km de large à la frontière avec l’Irak (hormis la localité dite d’Abdali Farms) et dans les îles de Warbah et de Boubiyan, qui font l’objet de missions de sécurisation des forces armées.
Global Affairs Canada — Open Government Licence – Canada (24.09.2026) · Foreign Office — Open Government Licence v3.0 · France Diplomatie (17.07.2026) · Natural Earth
No located event in this reading.
Last change: FCDO no longer advises against all but essential travel to Kuwait (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
Updated 27.08.2026
Reconsider travel to Kuwait due to the threat of armed conflict , landmines , and crime .
The U.S. government has limited ability to offer services to U.S. citizens in Kuwait due to safety risks.
U.S. government employee travel restrictions
Due to safety risks, U.S. government employees need special authorization to travel to Kuwait. Only family members 18 years of age or older may join U.S. government employees working in Kuwait.
Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, 2026, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran. Commercial aviation has also been seriously disrupted.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) or a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR). This is due to risks to civil aviation operating within or nearby the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman region, including Kuwait. Consult the Federal Aviation Administration for the most up to date information on current FAA warnings.
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Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.
The level is national. Risk areas are in the state advisories below.
No major event in progress is located in this country at this morning's check.
Over 1 January 2026 → 30 June 2026, UCDP (Uppsala University) recorded 3 geolocated violent incidents in this country, for 8 documented deaths.
Most affected areas
Kuwait governorate 2 · Al Aḩmadī governorate 1
Most recent incidents
Source: UCDP Georeferenced Event Dataset (Uppsala Conflict Data Program), file GEDEvent_v26_01_26_06.csv, CC BY 4.0 licence. We keep only incidents UCDP codes as "Clear" and whose location is precise enough to be placed — about 58% of the dataset. An incident may be revised, moved or withdrawn by UCDP in a later release: these figures describe a closed period, not a live situation.
Reading: The homicide rate is in the same range as Switzerland or France. On the road, 7 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.
World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
What we locate on the map are events in progress that have real coordinates: USGS earthquakes, GDACS disasters, NOAA storms and open NASA EONET events. Hover a dot for details, click to open it in this briefing.
French passport — France Diplomatie
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Il est déconseillé aux ressortissants français, sauf pour des raisons impératives, de se rendre au Koweït.France Diplomatie ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Vigilance areas — France Diplomatie (in French) updated 17.07.2026official map ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
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Il est déconseillé aux ressortissants français, sauf pour des raisons impératives, de se rendre au Koweït. En outre, il est formellement déconseillé de se rendre dans une zone de 5 km de large à la frontière avec l’Irak (hormis la localité dite d’Abdali Farms) et dans les îles de Warbah et de Boubiyan, qui font l’objet de missions de sécurisation des forces armées.
D’une façon générale, il est recommandé d’éviter tout rassemblement, ainsi que la proximité des lieux de culte. Il convient de faire preuve de discrétion dans les espaces publics, notamment dans les localités périphériques, en dehors de la capitale. Il est recommandé aux voyageurs de s’inscrire sur le Fil d’Ariane .
Certaines zones du territoire sont interdites (zones militaires) ou balisées. En particulier, l’accès à la zone frontalière avec l’Irak est strictement contrôlé. Il convient de respecter ces restrictions.
Les photographies d’infrastructures officielles (forces de sécurité, palais, aéroport, ports, industrie pétrolière…) sont également interdites et les contrevenants poursuivis.
L’internet, les applications de rencontre et les réseaux sociaux étant particulièrement surveillés, il convient d’être prudent sur ses activités et publications et d’éviter toute expression ou prise de position publique critique des autorités ou du pays, qu’il s’agisse de sujets relatifs aux affaires intérieures ou à certaines questions régionales, notamment le conflit israélo-palestinien.
Les excursions dans le désert peuvent être particulièrement dangereuses en fonction des conditions climatiques (tempêtes de sable, épisodes pluvieux).
De plus, des mines résiduelles demeurent dans les zones désertiques. En cas de découverte de résidus suspects, il est recommandé de contacter le numéro d’urgence 112.
La navigation dans l’océan Indien demeure dangereuse, notamment à cause d’actes ponctuels de piraterie.
Il est impératif de signaler tout projet de déplacement par voie maritime dans la région et de rejoindre la coopération maritime volontaire en transmettant sa position et ses intentions à :
Consulter également la fiche consacrée à la Piraterie maritime .
Les tensions régionales peuvent avoir des répercussions sur la situation au Koweït. L’évolution de la situation dans la région doit faire l’objet d’une attention constante et soutenue en cas de voyage au Koweït.
Les randonnées hors-piste dans le désert sont dangereuses en raison du risque de présence éventuelle de munitions et de mines résiduelles (Voir le paragraphe sur les recommandations générales).
Les escroqueries par téléphone se multiplient. La plus grande vigilance est recommandée : les coordonnées bancaires ne doivent jamais être transmises lors d’un appel.
Full text of the Security pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland), in French
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
FDFA update note — Désormais, les voyages touristiques et non urgents à destination du Koweït sont déconseillés. (published 24.07.2026)
Des tensions politiques ne peuvent pas être exclues. Des heurts entre les manifestants et les forces de sécurité peuvent se produire lors de manifestations. La situation peut évoluer rapidement compte tenu de la complexité de la situation régionale. Des attentats terroristes ne peuvent être exclus, surtout que différentes organisations terroristes menacent régulièrement les pays du Golfe d’attentats. Faites preuve de prudence, en particulier dans les lieux fréquentés, tels que:
La rubrique terrorisme et enlèvements attire l'attention sur les risques liés au terrorisme. Terrorisme et enlèvements Renseignez-vous avant le départ et pendant votre voyage auprès des médias sur la situation qui règne dans le pays. Evitez les manifestations de tout genre - ceci d’autant plus que participer à des manifestations est punissable pour les personnes de nationalité étrangère.
La description des zones à risques repose sur des données approximatives; les risques ne peuvent se restreindre à des zones délimitées. Dans les régions désertiques et côtières, le danger des mines terrestres et des bombes non explosées persiste. Par conséquent, rester absolument sur les routes asphaltées et ne visiter que les zones désertiques désignées comme « zones de camping » sûres par les autorités locales. Dans des circonstances normales, le passage de la frontière vers et depuis l'Irak par la route nationale ne pose pas de problème. Cependant, ne quittez en aucun cas la route et évitez les zones frontalières désignées comme zones militaires interdites.
Les taux de criminalité peuvent fortement varier d'une ville ou d'un quartier à l'autre. Renseignez-vous sur la situation sur place et, en particulier, sur les quartiers à éviter, auprès des personnes de contact sur place ou du personnel de l'hôtel. Prenez les précautions d'usage contre la petite délinquance et faites preuve d’une certaine vigilance lorsque vous traitez avec des partenaires commerciaux inconnus.
Lors de fortes pluies, les petits ruisseaux asséchés (oueds) peuvent se transformer très rapidement en fleuves impétueux. La circulation peut s’en trouver temporairement perturbée. Des tremblements de terre de moindre intensité se produisent parfois. Consultez les prévisions météorologiques et suivez les avertissements et les instructions des autorités locales (p. ex. évacuations). State of Kuwait: Meteorological Department General Department of Civil Defence
FDFA travel advice, in French, valid on 13.10.2026eda.admin.ch ↗updated 24.07.2026 · read 13.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 20.08.2026 · read 13.10.2026
The US and Iran announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on 17 June in relation to the conflict in the Middle East, however the situation in the Middle East remains unpredictable. Since 8 July there have been strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran in a number of locations across the region, including Kuwait, against US military and civilian infrastructure. There is a risk of more attacks and unforeseen escalation in the region. Before the ceasefire, the Iranian regime had stated its intention to target locations associated with the US and Israel, including organisations, businesses, facilities, and institutions.
British nationals currently in the Middle East should be prepared for possible flight cancellations, periodic airspace closures, and potential travel disruptions, and should:
Kuwait International Airport is currently operating through Terminals 4 and 5, serving Kuwait Airways, Jazeera Airways and foreign carriers, while Terminal 1 remains closed. Flight schedules remain reduced. Check details with your airline before travelling and follow local guidance.
Safety — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 20.08.2026 · read 13.10.2026
There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.
UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad .
In the context of regional escalation, Iran-aligned militia groups have threatened to target US interests across the region and have claimed attacks in Jordan and Iraq. US bases in Kuwait have also been hit by missile and drone fire. These groups are likely to continue to carry out these attacks in Kuwait.
As was the case before the recent regional escalation, terrorist attacks in Kuwait cannot be ruled out. Terrorists have threatened to carry out attacks in the Gulf region, including on:
Stay aware of your surroundings, keep up to date with local media reports and follow the advice of local authorities.
Recent developments in the Middle East have heightened tensions in the region. Planned and pre-approved peaceful protests are legal, however these are for Kuwaiti citizens only.
There have also been minor, isolated cases of vandalism aimed at some international companies, or calls for them to be boycotted.
Be mindful of local sensitivities on these issues, stay away from demonstrations or developing crowds and follow the advice of the local authorities.
Violent crime against foreigners is rare. However, take care if you plan to travel to Jahra or Jleeb Al Shuyoukh, where there have been incidents of robberies, petty theft and road rage.
It is illegal and dangerous to go near Kuwait’s borders without authorisation. Armed guards regularly patrol these areas.
It is easy to miss the border posts between Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. You must only use an authorised land border crossing and make sure to get an exit or entry stamp before you continue your journey.
If you plan to cross the border from Kuwait into Iraq, make sure you have the correct paperwork. See the Iraqi Embassy to Kuwait website for more information.
There are landmines and other unexploded weapons in Kuwait.
You should:
Kuwait is a Muslim country. Always respect local traditions, customs, laws and religions. Make sure your actions do not offend other cultures or religious beliefs, especially during the holy month of Ramadan or if you visit religious areas.
As a visiting foreign national, you must always carry your passport. If you are resident in Kuwait, you must always carry your Kuwaiti civil identification card.
Keep copies of your passport photo page and your visa or entry stamp in a separate place.
Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims. The dates vary by year and country. During this time, do not:
Get more advice when you arrive from…
American passport — U.S. Department of State
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Kuwait - Level 3: Reconsider Travel 2026-08-27travel.state.gov ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Reconsider travel to Kuwait due to the threat of armed conflict , landmines , and crime .
The U.S. government has limited ability to offer services to U.S. citizens in Kuwait due to safety risks.
U.S. government employee travel restrictions
Due to safety risks, U.S. government employees need special authorization to travel to Kuwait. Only family members 18 years of age or older may join U.S. government employees working in Kuwait.
Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, 2026, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran. Commercial aviation has also been seriously disrupted.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) or a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR). This is due to risks to civil aviation operating within or nearby the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman region, including Kuwait. Consult the Federal Aviation Administration for the most up to date information on current FAA warnings.
Global Affairs Canada — additional reading
Avoid non-essential travel (with regional advisories)
Avoid non-essential travel to Kuwait due to the volatile security situation in the region.
Avoid all travel to the area within 5 km of the border with Iraq due to the presence of unexploded ordnance.
Open Government Licence – Canada · September 24, 2026 08:53 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Global Affairs Canada — written for Canadian travellers, valid for all
You must abide by local laws. Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.
Kuwaiti customs, laws and regulations reflect the conservative interpretation of traditional and Islamic practices and beliefs adhered to by the Kuwaiti authorities. To avoid offending local sensitivities:
While tolerated, revealing clothing such as shorts, skirts or tight clothing may be considered inappropriate for both men and women. Western women are not required to cover their head in Kuwait. Verbal insults and obscene gestures may be considered a criminal offence and, if found guilty, you could face deportation, fines and/or a prison sentence. It is illegal for an unmarried couple to live together in the same house or stay in the same hotel room. You will be asked to provide a marriage certificate if you share a hotel room with a person of the opposite sex. Avoid public displays of affection.
The importation, possession, and use of drones, including aerial photography and videography, are strictly regulated in Kuwait. You must obtain authorization before importing or operating a drone. Failure to comply with drone regulations may result in severe penalties, including imprisonment, fines, and confiscation of the equipment.
In 2027, the lunar month of Ramadan is expected to begin on or around February 7. In public, between sunrise and sunset, be discreet when:
Authorities may detain suspects as well as witnesses to incidents for lengthy periods with severely limited, or no access to, legal counsel or consular officials. They may also confiscate the passport of an individual involved in legal proceedings, pending resolution of the case. Local authorities have increased their use of cameras and radars to enforce traffic regulations. You could face a two-month jail sentence if you exceed the speed limit. If you use a handheld electronic device like a cell phone while driving, you could face a three-month jail sentence and a fine. Kuwait has a zero-tolerance policy for drinking and driving. Penalties include:
You must carry an International Driving Permit. International Driving Permit
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect heavy fines, lengthy jail sentences or even the death penalty. Possession and consumption of alcohol is illegal in Kuwait. Alcohol cannot be legally purchased or imported into Kuwait, and the penalties associated with the possession of alcohol include heavy fines, imprisonment or deportation. Drugs, alcohol and travel
Kuwaiti law prohibits:
These prohibitions extend to your online activity, including what you post, share or like on social media.
It is also illegal to:
You could face fines and/or jail sentences. Writing cheques without sufficient funds is considered a serious offense and may result in imprisonment and fines.
Kuwait’s family law is applied by religious courts, which interpret the Islamic Shariah. It covers matters related to:
You should seek legal advice in Canada and Kuwait to understand how Kuwait’s law may affect your family matters.
The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. It does not apply between Canada and Kuwait. If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Kuwait by an abducting parent:
If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies. Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.
The currency of Kuwait is the Kuwaiti dinar (KWD). It is easily convertible to U.S. dollars. Credit cards and U.S. dollars are widely accepted, and ATMs are available nationwide.
You must declare all currency in your possession if it is greater than 3,000 KWD or its equivalent in any foreign currency:
Currency Form – General Administration of Customs of Kuwait
Open Government Licence – Canada · September 24, 2026 08:53 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Foreign Office — laws and cultural differences
Kuwait is a Muslim country. Always respect local traditions, customs, laws and religions. Make sure your actions do not offend other cultures or religious beliefs, especially during the holy month of Ramadan or if you visit religious areas.
As a visiting foreign national, you must always carry your passport. If you are resident in Kuwait, you must always carry your Kuwaiti civil identification card. Keep copies of your passport photo page and your visa or entry stamp in a separate place.
Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims. The dates vary by year and country. During this time, do not:
Get more advice when you arrive from your tour guide, hotel or business contacts. You should also:
Dress and behave modestly in public, particularly in downtown or conservative areas. Women should avoid wearing shorts or tight-fitting or revealing clothing. Do not expose body piercings or tattoos that may be perceived as extreme or offensive – for example, you could be accused of violating religious sanctity for a tattoo of verse from the holy Quran in Arabic.
It is illegal for an unmarried couple to live together in the same house or stay in the same hotel room. You will be asked to provide a marriage certificate if sharing a hotel room.
It’s illegal to insult or humiliate any person verbally or through obscene gestures in a public place, including a police officer, public official or private individual. Police may arrest you and conviction may lead to prosecution, imprisonment, or immediate deportation. It is frowned on for men and women to show affection in public.
Alcohol is illegal. Buying, selling or carrying it, as well as public intoxication, can lead to fines, imprisonment and deportation. Consuming illegally produced alcohol poses severe health risks, including methanol poisoning, which can cause blindness, organ failure or death.
Kuwait has zero tolerance for drug-related offences. Penalties for drug smuggling or trafficking include the death sentence. Offences involving minors or committed in schools, hospitals, prisons or other protected locations can result in life imprisonment or the death penalty. Possession or use of illegal drugs, including for small or residual amounts, can lead to a prison sentence of between 5 and 10 years, and heavy fines. Bail is not usually given and even if found not guilty, defendants can expect to spend several months in detention while the case progresses through the judicial system. Wearing, using, or displaying items that promote or encourage narcotics, including logos on clothing, constitutes an offence and may result in significant fines.
It is illegal to photograph or take videos of:
All foreign nationals must pay traffic fines, phone bills and utility bills before they leave Kuwait. The Kuwaiti authorities may:
Bouncing cheques is illegal and the law does not provide for offenders to be released from custody on bail.
If you’re involved in a commercial dispute with a Kuwaiti company or individual, the Kuwaiti authorities may prevent you from leaving the country until it is resolved.
Same-sex activity is illegal. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers.
Open Government Licence v3.0gov.uk ↗updated 20.08.2026 · read 13.10.2026
FDFA (Switzerland) — laws and customs, in French
Entre autres, les délits suivants sont punissables:
Les infractions à la loi sur les stupéfiants, y compris la détention de minimes quantités de drogue quelle qu'elle soit, sont passibles de lourdes peines de prison; la peine de mort peut être prononcée. Les conditions de détention sont bien plus dures qu'en Suisse. Une personne au volant impliquée dans un accident de la route ayant fait des victimes ne sera pas autorisée à quitter le pays pendant l'enquête/l'instruction, si le rapport de police ne l'a pas dégagée de toute responsabilité. Il arrive aussi, en cas de litige financier, que la police empêche une personne de nationalité étrangère de quitter le pays jusqu'à ce que l'affaire soit réglée.
Il est recommandé d'adapter son comportement et sa tenue vestimentaire aux us et coutumes locaux ainsi qu'aux sensibilités religieuses et nationales. Renseignez-vous dans les guides de voyages, auprès de votre agence ou directement sur place, sur les codes de conduite et les conventions à respecter. Songez également aux règles et prescriptions particulières à observer durant la période du Ramadan.
FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 24.07.2026 · read 13.10.2026
What it changes for you: Poor air: asthma, COPD, allergies — bring your prescription and regular treatment, limit outdoor exertion; persistent breathing trouble goes to a doctor, or to the 24/7 number.
Reading 00:00 (Asia/Kuwait)Open-Meteo ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Air quality and UV: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information 2026. Neither the European Commission nor ECMWF is responsible for any use that may be made of the Copernicus information or data it contains.
Reading: With 2.3 physicians per 1,000 people (49% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 1,679 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
World Bank — latest published value, year per indicatordata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
French passport — France Diplomatie
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
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Il n’est plus nécessaire de présenter un test antigénique ou PCR à l’embarquement, quel que soit son statut vaccinal.
Les autorités koweïtiennes ont mis en place le site web https://visitkuwait.gov.kw/ sur lequel se trouvent plusieurs informations utiles pour préparer son séjour.
Pour les détenteurs d’un passeport français, il est possible d’entrer au Koweït, en demandant son visa à l’arrivée à l’aéroport international du Koweït. Celui-ci est délivré pour un séjour temporaire de 30 jours, 60 jours ou 90 jours, à compter de la date d’arrivée. Il appartient à tout demandeur de visa d’être en règle avec les lois d’entrée et de séjour sur le territoire koweïtien, et notamment de bien vérifier la durée de séjour du visa obtenu. L’ambassade de France au Koweït ne peut pas intervenir auprès des autorités locales pour leur demander d’autoriser l’entrée sur le territoire koweïtien, la décision relevant de leur compétence exclusive.
Il est toutefois recommandé d’effectuer une demande de visa en ligne avant le voyage sur le site internet dédié du ministère de l’Intérieur koweïtien : https://kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw/ et de bien vérifier la durée du visa obtenu sur l’encadré en bas de la page de « l’e-visa ».
Le visa (en ligne et à l’arrivée) coûte 3 dinars koweïtiens, soit environ 9 euros.
En outre, des frais journaliers de pénalité pour dépassement de séjour sont appliqués par les autorités koweïtiennes ; ces frais, au sujet desquels l’ambassade ne pourra absolument pas intervenir, doivent être réglés en totalité à la sortie du territoire.
Les ressortissants français en visite au Koweït doivent être en possession d’un passeport ordinaire comportant une validité supérieure à 6 mois.
Les ressortissants français n’ont pas besoin de visa de transit en cas d’escale à l’aéroport international de Koweït.
Afin d’éviter des difficultés, le voyageur doit scrupuleusement choisir le type de visa…
Il est recommandé aux voyageurs empruntant des vols Kuwait Airways pour se rendre vers une autre destination et effectuant un transit à l’aéroport international de Koweït de rester dans la zone internationale du terminal aéroportuaire. Il est recommandé de vérifier auprès de la compagnie au départ que l’enregistrement des bagages est réalisé jusqu’à la destination finale. L’alcool étant interdit au Koweït, il est strictement proscrit d’être en possession d’alcool parmi ses effets personnels, y compris des achats de duty free conservés en bagage cabine ; les contrevenants risquent la confiscation des produits et des contrôles prolongés pouvant les conduire à rater leur vol en correspondance.
Il convient de consulter cette page afin de savoir si un document doit être apostillé ou légalisé. Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère de l’Europe et des Affaires étrangères .
S’agissant de l’apostille ou de la légalisation de documents français, celles-ci relèvent depuis le 1 er mai 2025 des conseils régionaux ou chambres interdépartementales de Notaires en France. Les détails de cette nouvelle procédure sont consultables sur le site notaires.fr .
S’agissant de l’authentification d’un document étranger pour une démarche en France, il conviendra , en fonction de la réglementation en vigueur ( disponible ici ), de produire un document revêtu soit de la légalisation, soit de l’apostille par les autorités locales. Pour plus d’informations, consulte r le site du ministère de l'Europe et des Affaires étrangères. Dans le cas d’une légalisation, le document pré-légalisé par l’autorité locale doit ensuite être légalisé au consulat avant d’être utilisé sur le territoire français ; pour réaliser cette démarche, il est possible de prendre rendez-vous au consulat sur ce lien dédié.
La consommation de porc et d’alcool étant interdite, toute tentative d’importer ces produits sur le territoire koweïtien est passible d’une peine de prison. L’ensemble des bagages (y compris les bagages à main) font l’objet à l’aéroport d’un contrôle aux rayons X systématique.
La consommation et le trafic de drogue exposent à des sanctions sévères.
Certains médicaments étant désormais assimilés à des stupéfiants (somnifères, anxiolytiques, antidépresseurs), il n’est désormais possible d’entrer au Koweït en leur possession que muni d’une prescription médicale pour une durée de 15 jours et certifiée par les autorités koweïtiennes en France.
Entry and stay pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland)
The FDFA does not publish entry requirements: they are set out by the destination's embassy or consulate in Switzerland — check them before booking, passport in hand. As a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.eda.admin.ch ↗updated 24.07.2026 · read 13.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Entry requirements — rules for a British passportForeign Office ↗updated 20.08.2026 · read 13.10.2026
This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Kuwait’s current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Kuwait set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Kuwaiti Embassy in the UK:
2 Albert Gate London, SW1X 7JU
Telephone: 020 7590 3400
To enter Kuwait, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
If your passport contains an Israeli stamp, you may be refused a visa or entry to Kuwait.
When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement . See Dual citizenship .
You must have a visa to visit Kuwait.
You can get a visa on arrival in Kuwait or online. More information is available from the Kuwait Ministry of Interior .
British citizens born in Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Pakistan, Sudan, Syria or Yemen are not eligible for visa on arrival and must obtain a visa from the Kuwaiti Embassy before travelling.
You must be able to show:
Kuwaiti authorities may apply additional checks to some British nationals on arrival, particularly those born outside the UK, including from parts of the Middle East or South Asia. This may result in delays, additional questioning, or, in some cases, refusal of entry.
Entry decisions are made by the Kuwaiti authorities.
If you are concerned that you may be affected, consider checking with the Kuwaiti Embassy in London before you travel or applying for a visa in advance.
For work or residency visas, apply to the Kuwaiti Embassy in London.
If you’re applying for a residency visa, your passport must be valid for at least 2 years. Your employers should not keep your passport.
For further information, read about living in Kuwait.
For details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Kuwait guide .
There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Kuwait . You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty. Failure to declare could result in:
It is illegal to import:
Declare cash or travellers cheques if the value…
American passport — U.S. Department of State
The State Department publishes the requirements ("Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements") on its country page, which our servers cannot read. Read it before you go; as a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.travel.state.gov ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 13.10.2026
For each risk, the official texts themselves: what is happening, then, where they say so, what to do.
What the texts say · Driving conditions are hazardous.
What the texts say · Kuwait faces extreme heat, especially in the summer between June and August, with temperatures well above 40°C. Sand and dust storms may occur during the summer months, especially between May and August.
What the texts say · It is illegal for an unmarried couple to live together in the same house or stay in the same hotel room. Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe.
What the texts say · Cybercrime, malware attacks and online extortion occur frequently in Kuwait. There has been a significant increase in foreigners and locals receiving calls from scammers claiming to be local authorities or financial institutions.
What the texts say · Demonstrations are permitted and occur in Kuwait, but demonstrators must obtain prior authorization from local authorities.
Sentences copied word for word from the official texts cited, chosen for the destination; the level is our reading. The full texts, at each source:Foreign Office ↗updated 20.08.2026 · read 13.10.2026 (updated 20.08.2026 · read 29.09.2026)Global Affairs Canada ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026 (updated 24.09.2026 · read 29.09.2026)
Reading: The homicide rate is in the same range as Switzerland or France. On the road, 7 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.
World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
Time zone: IANA and timezone-boundary-builder (ODbL) · RESTCountries · EmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · European Central Bank
Places: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), Photon search by komoot.
FDFA (Switzerland) — transport and specific advice, in French
Les excès de vitesse, le non-respect des distances de sécurité et les fréquentes infractions au code de la route provoquent de nombreux accidents mortels. En cas d'accident de la circulation, il faut éviter de déplacer les véhicules jusqu'à l'arrivée de la police, car cela peut être interprété comme une reconnaissance de culpabilité. Les points de passage des frontières peuvent être temporairement fermés à court terme, par exemple afin d’endiguer la propagation de maladies. Informez-vous auprès des autorités locales ou directement auprès des postes-frontières.
Le Koweït ne reconnaît pas les passeports provisoires suisses. Il est obligatoire de pouvoir s’identifier avec son passeport ou une photocopie de celui-ci, incluant également le tampon du visa d'entrée, à tout moment.
FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 24.07.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Maximum policyholder: before paying anything, call the 24/7 number. If you are admitted for more than 24 h, Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).
+41 22 ••• •• •• — Full number in your client areaThe hospital list has not been read from OpenStreetMap for this page yet: the medical-network map loads it when opened. Maximum's assistance directs you to the right facility, 24/7. The medical-network map ↗
CDC Travelers' Health recommendations, most important first. They depend on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm them with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Details, disease by disease ↗cdc.gov ↗read 10.10.2026
The health system — With 2.3 physicians per 1,000 people (49% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 1,679 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
Back home — a fever in the following weeks should be told to a doctor, naming the country.
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
French passport — French embassy and consulates
Al Shuhada Street, 13009, Kuwait
Useful contacts listed by France Diplomatie (in French)diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Updated: 15 September 2026
OpenStreetMap
Swiss passport — Swiss embassy and consulates
Numéro d'urgence général : 112 Représentations suisses à l’étranger: En cas de situation d’urgence à l’étranger, vous pouvez vous adresser à la représentation suisse la plus proche ou à la Helpline DFAE. Centre consulaire régional à Doha, Qatar Ambassade de Suisse à Koweït Helpline DFAE
Représentations étrangères en Suisse: Pour obtenir des informations sur les prescriptions d'entrée (documents d'identité admis, visa, etc.), veuillez vous adresser aux ambassades et consulats étrangers compétents. Ceux-ci peuvent également vous renseigner sur les dispositions douanières pour l'importation et l'exportation d'animaux et de marchandises: appareils électroniques, souvenirs, médicaments, etc. Représentations étrangères en Suisse Kuwait e-Visa
OpenStreetMap · DFAE
British passport — British embassy and consulates
شارع الخليج العربي, دسمان
phone not published
https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/bri ↗updated 20.08.2026 · read 13.10.2026
OpenStreetMap
American passport — U.S. embassy and consulates
شارع المسجد الأقصى, بيان
+965 2259-1001
https://kw.usembassy.gov ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 13.10.2026
OpenStreetMap
Getting help — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 20.08.2026 · read 13.10.2026
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) cannot provide tailored advice for individual trips. Read this travel advice and carry out your own research before deciding whether to travel.
Telephone: 112 (ambulance, fire, police)
Contact your travel provider and your insurer if you are involved in a serious incident or emergency abroad. They will tell you if they can help and what you need to do.
See how to get help from the UK government abroad including in an emergency.
You can call FCDO in London if you need urgent help because something has happened to a friend or relative abroad.
Telephone: 020 7008 5000 (24 hours)
Find out about call charges
For emergencies. If pronunciation fails, show the screen — or the printed page.
| Help! | النجدة!an-najda! |
| Call an ambulance! | اتصلوا بالإسعاف!ittasilu bil-is'af! |
| I need a doctor. | أحتاج إلى طبيب.ahtaju ila tabib. |
| Where is the nearest hospital? | أين أقرب مستشفى؟ayna aqrab mustashfa? |
| Call the police! | اتصلوا بالشرطة!ittasilu bish-shurta! |
| I am allergic to penicillin. | عندي حساسية من البنسلين.'indi hassasiyya min al-binisilin. |
| I have international medical insurance. | لدي تأمين طبي دولي.ladayya ta'min tibbi dawli. |
| I want to contact my embassy. | أريد الاتصال بسفارتي.urid al-ittisal bi-safarati. |
| Please take me to this address. | خذني إلى هذا العنوان من فضلك.khudhni ila hadha al-'unwan min fadlak. |
| Do you speak English? | هل تتكلم الإنجليزية؟hal tatakallam al-injiliziya? |
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Suite aux frappes iraniennes ayant visé le Koweït et compte tenu de la situation régionale, il est déconseillé aux Français, sauf raison impérative, de se rendre au Koweït. En outre, il est formellement déconseillé de se rendre dans une zone de 5 km de large à la frontière avec l’Irak (hormis la localité dite d’Abdali Farms) et dans les îles de Warbah et de Boubiyan. Les ressortissants français présents au Koweït sont invités à se conformer strictement aux consignes…
France Diplomatie (in French) · posted 17 July 2026diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026Health – editorial change
September 24, 2026 08:53 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026No level change recorded for this country since the log opened. The live alerts above are updated continuously.
Level 3/4 — Reconsider Travel, U.S. Department of State, retrieved on 13 October 2026.
Sourcestravel.state.gov · updated 27.08 · read 13.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 13.10DFAE · updated 24.07 · read 13.10207-country comparison
An area advised against does not rule out the country.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 20.08 · read 13.10State Department · updated 27.08 · read 13.10
The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 20.08 · read 13.10State Department · updated 27.08 · read 13.10
For a Schengen visa, yes: at least €30,000 of travel medical insurance (Regulation (EC) No 810/2009, art. 15).
SourcesRegulation (EC) 810/2009, art. 15General conditions, policy 20 00 479
VIP Pack — $990 for twelve months, unlimited trips.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479OpenStreetMap · read 06.10
Six steps, in this order.
SourcesSpecial conditions 01.26General conditions, policy 20 00 479
Local emergency services: single number 112
SourcesEmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · read 08.10OpenStreetMap · read 06.10
At today's level 3/4, card by card:
SourcesAmex Platinum France T&Cs, 01.2025 — general exclusion n° 11BNP Paribas Visa Infinite notice (policy PT7), 04.2025 — comFortuneo World Elite Mastercard notice, 01.2026 — art. 5.5 '
A health plan reimburses at home; here, the hospital asks for a payment guarantee before admission.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
The page reads hospitals, pharmacies and doctors from OpenStreetMap, around the point you choose.
The sourced detail is under Medical network › Health: vaccines, diseases present, altitude, outbreaks.
SourcesCDC Travelers' Health · read 10.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 13.10OMS · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 20.08 · read 13.10
2.3 physicians per 1,000 people (2020) versus 4.5 in Switzerland.
SourcesWorld Bank · read 10.10General conditions, policy 20 00 479
0.2 homicides per 100,000 people (2020) versus 0.6 in Switzerland and 1.3 in France.
The nearest representations, by passport (OpenStreetMap):
SourcesOpenStreetMap · read 06.10DFAE · updated 24.07 · read 13.10
At least one official reading covers the whole country; no region is singled out.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 24.09 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 20.08 · read 13.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 13.10
Local laws apply to every traveller; here is what the official texts say.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 24.09 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 20.08 · read 13.10
Every foreign ministry runs a 24/7 emergency line for its nationals.
Sourcesdiplomatie.gouv.fr · updated 15.09 · read 13.10eda.admin.ch · updated 24.07 · read 13.10
Emergency phrases, transliterated; the original script, to show if pronunciation fails, is under Useful phrases.
SourcesMaximum Insurance
Keep the entry stamp, the invoices, the prescriptions and the medical report.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
Cancellation or change up to CHF 20,000, special risk CHF 5,000 per person, crisis management and security, optional Kidnap & Ransom.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
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