Diplomatic representation of Kuwait in Canada
Kuwait Embassy in Ottawa
The Embassy of the State of Kuwait in Ottawa represents Kuwait in Canada and provides emergency travel documents, visa information, document legalisation and other consular services.
Contact details
Contact the Kuwait Embassy in Ottawa
The Embassy of the State of Kuwait is located on Sussex Drive in Ottawa.
Consular entrance: The Embassy states that visitors to the Consular Section can use the side entrance on St. Andrew Street.
Embassy location
Where is the Kuwait Embassy in Ottawa?
The Embassy of the State of Kuwait is located at 333 Sussex Drive in Ottawa.
The official address is 333 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, ON K1N 1J9, Canada.
Applicants attending the Consular Section should use the Embassy’s current visitor instructions and check whether their service can instead be completed by mail.
About the mission
About the Kuwait Embassy in Ottawa
The Embassy of the State of Kuwait in Ottawa is Kuwait’s resident diplomatic mission in Canada.
The Embassy represents Kuwait in its official relations with Canada and supports bilateral political, economic, commercial, educational, cultural and other cooperation between the two countries.
Canada and Kuwait established diplomatic relations in 1965. Kuwait maintains its resident Embassy in Ottawa, while Canada maintains an Embassy in Kuwait City.
The Embassy’s Consular Section provides services for Kuwaiti citizens and eligible applicants requiring Kuwaiti consular documentation or assistance in Canada.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Consular Section provides services for Kuwaiti citizens and other eligible applicants in Canada.
Emergency travel documents
The Embassy can issue eligible emergency travel documents to Kuwaiti citizens whose passports have expired or been lost, subject to approval from Kuwait and the applicable documentary requirements.
Travel documents for newborns
The Embassy publishes a separate procedure for eligible Kuwaiti children born in Canada who require a one-way emergency travel document for travel to Kuwait.
Lost Kuwaiti passports
Kuwaiti citizens whose passports are lost or stolen should follow the Embassy’s emergency travel-document procedure. A Canadian police report and evidence of Kuwaiti identity are among the documents required in applicable cases.
Document legalisation
The Consular Section legalises eligible documents for use in Kuwait. The exact Canadian authentication or Apostille requirements depend on the document and current procedure.
Commercial documents
The Embassy publishes procedures for legalising eligible commercial documents, including commercial invoices, certificates of origin, packing lists and other qualifying business documents.
Police certificates
Applicants seeking information about Kuwaiti police or good-conduct certificates can contact the Embassy through its dedicated consular channels.
Visa information
The Embassy provides information about Kuwaiti entry visas and procedures for travellers who require authorization before travelling to Kuwait.
Assistance to Kuwaiti citizens
Kuwaiti citizens in Canada can contact the Embassy for guidance and consular assistance in eligible situations.
Check current requirements: Consular rules, fees and documentary requirements can change. Review the Embassy’s current instructions before sending passports, original documents or payments.
Travel to Kuwait
Visas and Entry to Kuwait
Kuwait provides several routes for obtaining entry authorization, depending on the traveller’s nationality and purpose of travel.
The Kuwait Ministry of Interior operates an official electronic visa service for eligible travellers.
The Embassy also publishes visa information for travellers in Canada. Its current guidance lists Canadian passport holders among nationalities eligible for entry visas on arrival, subject to the applicable immigration conditions.
Travellers should nevertheless check the current Ministry of Interior requirements immediately before departure because Kuwait’s visa rules, eligible nationalities and electronic application procedures can change.
Use current official visa information: Check the Kuwait Ministry of Interior’s current electronic visa and entry requirements before travelling rather than relying solely on older visa-on-arrival information.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check the current instructions for your particular service before visiting the Consular Section or mailing original documents.
Check the submission method
Some services can be submitted by courier or mail, while others may require personal attendance. Follow the procedure published for the exact service you need.
Prepare original documents
Travel-document and legalisation procedures may require original passports, civil documents, police reports, identification or other supporting records.
Confirm current fees
The Embassy states that consular fees and rules can change without prior notice. Check the current fee and accepted payment method before submitting an application.
Consular visitor hours: The Consular Section currently publishes regular service hours from Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Different hours may apply during Ramadan or on mission holidays.
Frequently asked questions
Kuwait Embassy Ottawa FAQ
What is the address of the Kuwait Embassy in Ottawa?
The Embassy of the State of Kuwait is located at 333 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, ON K1N 1J9, Canada.
What is the telephone number of the Kuwait Embassy?
The Embassy can be contacted at +1 613 780 9999. The Consular Section uses the same number with extension 221.
What are the Consular Section hours?
The Consular Section currently publishes regular visitor hours from Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Different working hours may apply during Ramadan.
Can the Embassy issue an emergency travel document?
Yes. Eligible Kuwaiti citizens with an expired, lost or stolen passport can apply for an emergency travel document, subject to approval from Kuwait and the applicable requirements.
Can a Kuwaiti child born in Canada obtain a travel document?
The Embassy publishes a procedure for issuing a one-way emergency travel document to eligible Kuwaiti children born in Canada. Additional authorization is required in some circumstances.
Does the Kuwait Embassy legalise Canadian documents?
The Consular Section provides legalisation services for eligible documents intended for use in Kuwait. Check the current Canadian authentication or Apostille and Embassy requirements before submitting the document.
Can Canadian passport holders obtain a visa on arrival in Kuwait?
The Embassy currently lists Canadian passport holders among nationalities eligible for an entry visa on arrival, subject to Kuwait’s immigration requirements. Travellers should check the latest Ministry of Interior rules before departure because visa procedures can change.
Does Kuwait offer an electronic visa?
Yes. Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior operates an electronic tourist visa service for eligible travellers. Check the official Ministry of Interior system for current eligibility and requirements.
Official information
Sources
Official Kuwaiti and Canadian government sources used to verify the Embassy, contact details, consular services and visa information on this page.