An informed source confirmed that all new visa's, including visit visa, family visa or work visas, issued before Kuwait's air space is closed and those who are not yet entered the country are now stands cancelled. Currently, there is no way for them to enter Kuwait nor to renew the validity of their visa.

Sources also informed that at present the visa issuing section is currently closed and no new visa will be issued until further announcement.

However, those who already entered Kuwait, their validity of stay is extended until August 31.

Regarding the renewal of the residency of expatriates who are currently outside the country, the source said that the Ministry of Interior's computer accepts the renewal of expatriates' residencies outside the country provided that there is a valid passport. This is applicable for those working in the government sector, private sector as well as family visas or self sponsors.