🇮🇳 Important Advisory for Indians in Kuwait
🇮🇳 Important Advisory for Indians in Kuwait
Embassy of India, Kuwait – 02 March 2026
The Embassy of India in Kuwait has issued an important advisory for all Indian nationals residing in Kuwait regarding working hours during the holy month of Ramadan.
🕘 Revised Ramadan Timings
The Embassy of India, Kuwait and all four Indian Consular Application Centres (ICACs) managed by BLS International are operating as per the following schedule:
- Working Days: Saturday to Thursday
- Friday: Closed
- Timings: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Last Token Issuance: 2:30 PM
All applicants are advised to plan their visits accordingly and arrive well before the last token time to avoid inconvenience.
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📍 Locations of Indian Consular Application Centres (ICACs)
Indian nationals can visit any of the following centres for consular services:
1️⃣ Kuwait City
Address:
3rd Floor, Al Jawhara Tower (Same building as Indigo Airlines)
Ali Al Salem Street, Kuwait City, Kuwait
2️⃣ Jleeb Al Shouyakh
Address:
Nesto Hypermarket Building (Old Olive Hypermarket)
M Floor, Jleeb Al Shuwaikh, Kuwait
3️⃣ Fahaheel
Address:
Al Anoud Shopping Complex
M Floor, Mekka Street, Fahaheel, Kuwait
4️⃣ Jahra
Address:
Al Khalifa Building, Building No. 27
2nd Floor, Office No. 3 and 14
Block No. 93, Jahra, Kuwait
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📢 Stay Updated
The Embassy is closely monitoring the ongoing situation and will notify the community of any changes in schedule or operations.
All Indian nationals are strongly advised to:
- Regularly check the Embassy’s official website
- Follow the Embassy’s verified social media accounts
- Confirm timings before visiting
✅ Important Tips for Visitors
- Carry all required original documents and photocopies.
- Reach early, especially during Ramadan due to shorter working hours.
- Check appointment requirements in advance.
- Follow local guidelines and maintain decorum during visits.
The Embassy remains committed to serving the Indian community in Kuwait and ensuring smooth delivery of consular services during Ramadan.
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🇮🇳 Embassy of India, Kuwait | Important Contact Information for Indian Nationals
Keeping the right contact details handy can save valuable time during emergencies or official work. Below is a simplified table of helpline numbers, WhatsApp contacts, and email addresses provided by the Embassy of India in Kuwait.
📞 General Reception Numbers
| Service | Contact Number | Timings |
| Reception | +965 22530600 | 08:00 AM – 04:30 PM |
| Reception | +965 22530612 | 08:00 AM – 04:30 PM |
| Reception | +965 22530613 | 08:00 AM – 04:30 PM |
| Reception | +965 22530614 | 08:00 AM – 04:30 PM |
| After Office Hours Emergency | +965 65501946 | 04:30 PM – 08:00 AM |
🌐 Official Online Platforms
| Platform | Details |
| Twitter (X) | @indembkwt |
| indianembassykuwait | |
| embassyofindia_kuwait | |
| Website | https://indembkwt.gov.in |
📲 WhatsApp Helpline Numbers & Email Contacts
⚠️ Important: WhatsApp numbers listed below are for Text/Audio Messages Only (unless otherwise mentioned). They are not for voice calls. Always include relevant documents while sending your query.
🚨 Emergency Assistance
| Service | WhatsApp / Call | |
| Emergency (08:00 AM – 04:30 PM) – Direct Call Only | +965 65809348 | amboff.kuwait@mea.gov.in |
| Emergency (04:30 PM – 08:00 AM) – Call & WhatsApp | +965 65501946 | hoc.kuwait@mea.gov.in |
🛂 Passport & Consular Services
| Service | WhatsApp / Contact | |
| ICAC (BLS) – Fees, Documents, Timings, Delivery, Passport, Attestation | +965 65506360 (WhatsApp) +965 22211228 (Call Center) | info.indkwi@blsinternational.net |
| Passport – File Status / Guidelines | +965 65501767 | cons1.kuwait@mea.gov.in |
| Attestation & Misc Services | +965 65806735 | cons1.kuwait@mea.gov.in |
| OCI / PIO / Renunciation / Surrender Certificate | +965 65505097 | cons1.kuwait@mea.gov.in |
| Indian Visa (for Kuwaiti & Foreign Nationals) | +965 65501013 | cons1.kuwait@mea.gov.in |
👷 Labour & Worker Grievances
| Service | ||
| Domestic Workers (Visa 20) | +965 65501754 | labour.kuwait@mea.gov.in |
| Labour Grievances (Visa 18, 17 & 14) | +965 65501769 | labour.kuwait@mea.gov.in |
⚖️ Legal & Emergency Cases
| Service | ||
| Missing Persons / Police / Jail Cases | +965 65807695 | cw1.kuwait@mea.gov.in |
| Hospital & Emergency Medical Assistance | +965 65501587 | cw1.kuwait@mea.gov.in |
| Death Registration / Compensation | +965 65505246 | cw2.kuwait@mea.gov.in |
🤝 Community & Commercial Matters
| Service | ||
| Community Associations Registered with Embassy | +965 65501078 | community.kuwait@mea.gov.in |
| Commercial Attestation / Trade Queries | — | com1.kuwait@mea.gov.in |
📌 Final Note to the Indian Community in Kuwait
The Embassy of India in Kuwait remains committed to supporting and protecting Indian nationals. To ensure faster assistance:
- Contact the correct department.
- Use WhatsApp only for text/audio messages.
- Share necessary documents when submitting queries.
- Use emergency numbers strictly for urgent situations.
Save these contacts for future reference and share responsibly within the community.
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