How can I get consular assistance in Kuwait?

Visit the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Kuwait at Plot 6, Block 7A Diplomatic Zone 2, Mishref, Kuwait, or call the Consular Call Center at (82)2-3210-0404. In an emergency, dial (82)2-3210-0404.

🇰🇼 Korean Mission in Kuwait

Korean Embassy in Kuwait - Address & Contact

Q: What is the phone number of the Korean Embassy in Kuwait?

The main phone number is (965)2537-8621. For emergencies, call (82)2-3210-0404 (available 24/7).

Q: When did South Korea and Kuwait establish diplomatic relations?

South Korea and Kuwait established diplomatic relations on 1979.06.11. .

Q: Do Korean passport holders need a visa to enter Kuwait?

Korean passport holders need a visa to enter Kuwait.

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Kuwait

The Embassy of Korea in Kuwait City manages ties with Kuwait, one of the world's wealthiest per-capita nations and a significant Korean energy supplier. Korean construction companies have maintained a strong presence in Kuwait since the oil boom era, and Korean firms were active in post-Gulf War reconstruction.

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Kuwait (Kuwait City)

Office Name	Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Kuwait
Type	Embassy
Address	Plot 6, Block 7A Diplomatic Zone 2, Mishref, Kuwait
Phone	(965)2537-8621
Emergency	(82)2-3210-0404 (24/7)
Consular Call Center	(82)2-3210-0404
Toll-Free	080-020-0219
Coordinates	29.27764, 48.061581
Website	http://overseas.mofa.go.kr/kw-ko/index.do

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Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Kuwait - Location

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Mission contact details as of 2026-11-10 · Source: each mission's official website (overseas.mofa.go.kr)

Diplomatic Relations

1979.06.11.

Exports

$430.0M

Imports

$8,850.0M

Diplomatic relations and trade: MOFA country information (2024 trade figures, checked 2026-11-10)

Entry Requirements

🇰🇷 Korean Citizens Visiting Kuwait

Visa Required

Notes

For tourism or family visits, an e-visa approved in advance (evisa.moi.gov.kw) allows a 3-month stay

🇰🇼 Kuwait Citizens Visiting South Korea

Citizens of Kuwait with regular passports can enter Korea visa-free for short visits such as tourism and stay up to 90 days (basis: a unilateral exemption by Korea). Visa-exempt travellers may need a K-ETA before departure; check k-eta.go.kr.

Korea Visa Portal K-ETA Immigration Service

Entry requirements may change without notice. Always check the latest travel advisories on the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs website before traveling.

Entry information checked 2026-11-10 · Sources: MOFA overseas safety travel visa-free list (as of Sep 2026) and travel alert levels; Korea's visa-free entry list (as of Feb 2024) and K-ETA temporary exemption notice (Dec 2025)

South Korea – Kuwait Diplomatic Relations

Korea and Kuwait established ties in June 1979. The relationship deepened during the 1990–91 Gulf War — Korea deployed a medical support team during the conflict — and Korean construction firms won major reconstruction contracts afterward. Kuwait remains a significant crude oil supplier and a market for Korean engineering and consumer goods.

Mission status as of 2026-11-10 · Source: MOFA country information

South Korea – Kuwait Trade & Economy

Kuwait is one of Korea's major Gulf energy suppliers. Korea exported approximately $550 million to Kuwait in 2023, mainly vehicles, electronics, and construction materials, while importing about $9.65 billion, almost entirely crude oil. Kuwait consistently supplies a significant share of Korea's oil import needs.

Exports to Kuwait

$430.0M

Imports from Kuwait

$8,850.0M

Trade values are 2024 figures (MOFA country information, checked 2026-11-10). Figures in the text refer to the year stated in each sentence.

Tips for Koreans Living in Kuwait

About 532 Koreans reside in Kuwait. Korean nationals require a visa, obtainable on arrival or online. The embassy in Kuwait City provides full consular services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where is the Korean Embassy in Kuwait?

A. The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Kuwait is located at Plot 6, Block 7A Diplomatic Zone 2, Mishref, Kuwait.

Q. What is the phone number for the Korean Embassy in Kuwait?

A. The main number is (965)2537-8621. For emergencies, call (82)2-3210-0404. The Consular Call Center can be reached at (82)2-3210-0404.

Q. What should I do in an emergency in Kuwait?

A. Call the emergency line at (82)2-3210-0404 -- it is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also reach the Consular Call Center at (82)2-3210-0404 or the toll-free number 080-020-0219.