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The British Embassy in Kuwait maintains and develops relations between the UK and Kuwait.
UK’s electronic travel authorisation (ETA) scheme opens for Gulf Cooperation Council and Jordanian nationals, making travel to the UK smoother and cheaper.
We have made some recent changes to our transit visa requirements.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Update on the fifth round of negotiations for a free trade agreement between the UK and the Gulf Cooperation Council
Unprecedented visa application numbers led the British Embassy to put new procedures in place to shorten waiting time for applicants
Trade Secretary launches free trade negotiations between the UK and the Gulf Cooperation Council, made up of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
The UK’s objectives in trade negotiations with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
Statement on the fourth round of negotiations for a free trade agreement between the UK and the Gulf Cooperation Council
From 1st April 2015, the British Embassy in Kuwait will no longer be issuing Police Clearance Letters to British Nationals residing in Kuwait.
Joint statement on the 125th Anniversary of Official Diplomatic Relations between the State of Kuwait & the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Ms Belinda Lewis has been appointed Her Majesty’s Ambassador to the State of Kuwait in succession to Mr Michael Davenport MBE. Ms Lewis will take up her appointment during April 2021.
James Cleverly is on a 3-day visit to Qatar, Kuwait, and Jordan, which will emphasise the UK's growing partnership with the region.
Business and Trade Secretary, Kemi Badenoch, visits the Middle East to advance the UK’s ambitions for a modern, comprehensive trade deal with the GCC.
An overview of Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) development activity with the Middle East and North Africa region.
The UK Foreign Secretary and UNHCR Special Envoy Angelina Jolie call on the world to act to eradicate sexual violence in conflict
Foreign Office Minister Tobias Ellwood announces new electronic visa waiver (EVW) scheme to be introduced in Kuwait early next year.
A guide for British businesses who are interested in developing their overseas trade and doing business in Kuwait.
See below for information on key security and political risks which UK businesses may face when operating in Kuwait.
List of translators and interpreters for British nationals in Kuwait.
List of fees for consular services in Kuwait.
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