You can make an appointment to apply for Greece visa from Kuwait through the service provided by VFS Global for booking appointments, by the following link below:
You can check the requirements for Greece visa from Kuwait, as shown in the table below:
Visa Category
Visa Requirements
General Requirements for All Visa Types
The visa can be applied for in person or via a representative.
All documents must be provided in English.
Separate application forms are required for children listed on a parent’s passport.
Original documents should be submitted, but photocopies may also be requested.
The Greek Embassy reserves the right to request additional documents or invite the applicant for an interview if necessary.
If the visa is denied, the reason will be specified in the refusal form.
No further details will be disclosed to the applicant.
Visa and service fees are non-refundable under any circumstances.
Head coverings are allowed only for religious purposes, but facial features from the bottom of the chin to the forehead and the edges of the face must remain visible.
Photographs must adhere to ICAO standards.
Tourist Visa – Short Stay
Original passport and copy of previous Schengen visas. For new passports, the old passport is also required.
2 recent color photographs 3.5 cm×4 cm.
Visa application completed in English and signed (name should be written as in passport).
Passport should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of visa issuance.
Copy of Kuwait Residence Permit for Non-Kuwaiti.
Civil ID copy for GCC citizens.
Kuwait residency should be valid for at least 6 months for non-Kuwaiti and GCC citizens.
Salary certificate and authorized signature which is registered in Chamber of Commerce – Please attach copy of “Eatemad Tawkiea”.
Original & copy of the work permit from the Ministry of Labour of Kuwait for non-Kuwaiti and GCC citizens.
Bank statement for the last 6 months with present balance. If acquired through the internet, issuing bank stamp is required.
International medical travel insurance for the duration of the trip covered not less than 30,000 Euro.
Business Visa – Short Stay
Original passport with a copy of previous Schengen visas. New passports require submission of the old passport as well.
Passport validity must extend at least 6 months from the visa issuance date.
Two recent color photographs sized 3.5 cm × 4 cm.
Completed visa application in English, signed with the name matching the passport.
Kuwait Residence Permit copy for non-Kuwaiti applicants.
Civil ID copy for GCC nationals.
Residency validity of at least 6 months for non-Kuwaiti and GCC applicants.
Salary certificate with an authorized signature registered in the Chamber of Commerce, stating the salary, position, and employment duration. Attach a copy of “Eatemad Tawkiea.”
Work permit (original and copy) from the Ministry of Labour in Kuwait for non-Kuwaiti and GCC applicants.
International medical travel insurance with coverage of no less than 30,000 Euros for the trip’s duration.
Flight tickets and hotel reservations for Greece and other Schengen destinations, including proof of payment if requested.
Host company documents, including an invitation letter with detailed information about the business invitation.
Sponsorship/confirmation letter from the applicant’s company in Kuwait.
Salary bank account statements for the last 6 months, showing sufficient balance for non-Kuwaiti and GCC applicants. Statements must be stamped by the issuing bank if obtained online.
Visiting Family and Friends Visa – Short Stay
Original passport and copies of main pages, including personal information, residence, and Schengen visas. For new passports, the old passport must also be submitted.
Two recent passport-sized photos of high quality with a white background.
Visa application form completed in English and signed, with the name matching the passport.
Passport validity must be at least 6 months from the visa issuance date.
Kuwait residency requirement: Applicants must have a valid residence permit of at least 6 months (for non-Kuwaiti and GCC citizens).
Salary certificate with an authorized signature registered in the Chamber of Commerce.
Work permit (original and copy) from the Ministry of Labour of Kuwait for non-Kuwaiti and GCC nationals.
Bank statements for the past 6 months, showing the current balance.
International medical travel insurance with coverage of no less than 30,000 Euros for the trip duration.
Proof of kinship and dependency (where applicable):
Marriage certificate for spouses.
Birth certificate for children or parents.
Flight tickets and hotel reservations with vouchers.
Medical Treatment Visa – Short Stay
Submit the original and a copy of the main passport pages (personal info, residence, and Schengen visas). For new passports, the old passport must also be provided.
Two recent colored passport-size photos with a white background.
Complete and sign the visa application form in English, ensuring the name matches the passport.
The passport must be valid for at least six months from the visa issuance date.
Applicants must have a valid residence in Kuwait for at least six months for non-Kuwaiti and GCC citizens.
Salary certificate signed and certified, registered with the Chamber of Commerce.
Provide the original and a copy of the work permit issued by the Ministry of Labour in Kuwait for non-Kuwaiti and GCC citizens.
Bank statement for the last six months showing the current balance.
International medical insurance covering the trip with a minimum of €30,000.
Confirmed flight ticket and hotel bookings, with all details provided.
Medical report issued by the treating doctor in Kuwait.
Written confirmation of an appointment with the doctor in charge of treatment in Greece.
For accompanying persons: provide confirmed hotel bookings with the full address, including name, street, building number, city, and postal code.
Housemaid Visa – Short Stay
Provide the original passport and a copy of previous Schengen visas. For new passports, the old passport must also be submitted. The passport must be valid for at least six months from the visa issuance date.
Submit two high-quality colored passport-size photos with a white background.
Complete and sign the visa application form in English, ensuring the name matches the passport.
Include a copy of the Kuwait residence permit and civil ID.
Applicants must be residents of Kuwait with a valid residence of at least six months for non-Kuwaiti and GCC citizens.
Non-Kuwaiti nationals must provide a Sponsor’s Guarantee Letter stating the purpose of travel, salary, and employment start date with the same sponsor in Kuwait. Attach a copy of the sponsor’s passport and civil ID. The applicant must have worked with the sponsor for at least three years.
Submit the sponsor’s bank statement for the last six months showing the current balance. If obtained online, the statement must be stamped by the issuing bank.
Provide a copy of the employment contract.
Obtain international medical travel insurance covering the trip with a minimum of €30,000.
Submit confirmed flight tickets and hotel bookings.
Transit Visa
A fully completed and signed visa application form.
Two recent color photographs, size 3.5 cm × 4 cm.
Original passport along with copies of previous Schengen visas. The passport must have at least 6 months validity from the travel date and contain a minimum of two blank pages.
For new passports, photocopies of the old passport are required.
A copy of the Kuwait residence permit for non-Kuwaitis.
Civil ID copy for GCC nationals.
Residence permits must be valid for at least six months.
International travel insurance.
A valid entry visa for the final destination country.
Proof of travel arrangements, such as a confirmed airplane ticket or booking.
Seamen Transit Visa
A fully completed and signed visa application form.
Two recent color photographs, size 3.5 cm × 4 cm.
Original international passport with photocopies of all pages containing information.
The passport must remain valid for at least three months after the visa’s validity period and have a minimum of two blank pages.
Photocopies of the old passport are required if applying with a new passport.
Internal passport and photocopies of pages containing information.
A valid entry visa for the final destination country.
Proof of travel arrangements, such as a confirmed airplane ticket or booking.
This visa is strictly for airport transit and is not valid for entry into any other Schengen country.
Below are the fees required to apply for Greece visa from Kuwait:
Visa Service
Visa Type
Fees
Adults Visa
Short Stay
90 KWD
Children Visa Below 12 Years
Short Stay
Free
C Visa for nationals with Visa Facilitation Agreement (Ukraine, Moldova, Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Kosovo, Georgia, Armenia)
Short Stay
35 KWD
Service Fees
Short Stay
20 KWD
Visa Fees
Transit Visa
60 KWD
Russian ,Albanian, Ukraine, Bosnia, Serbia, FYROM, Moldova Nationals for short stay
Transit Visa
Free
Children Visa Below 12 Years
Transit Visa
Free
Service Fees
Transit Visa
20 KWD
Visa Fees
Seamen Transit Visa
35 KWD
Russian, Albanian, Ukraine, Bosnia, Serbia, Macedonia, Moldova Nationals for short stay
The table below shows Greece visa appointment center information in Kuwait:
Center Information
Center Details
Name
VFS Global Group Visa Application Centre
Address
Arraya Centre – Al Shahada Street – Al Asimah Governorate – Near Courtyard by Marriott – Kuwait City
Working Days
Sunday to Thursday
Business Timing
9:00 AM To 5:00 PM
Submission Timing
9:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Passport Timing
4:00 PM To 5:00 PM
Questions & Answers
What documents are needed to apply for a Greece visa from Kuwait?
What documents are needed to apply for a Greece visa from Kuwait?
You will need your passport, completed visa form, recent photos, Kuwait residency proof, bank statements, travel insurance, and specific documents depending on the visa type.
How do I schedule an appointment for a Greece visa application in Kuwait?
How do I schedule an appointment for a Greece visa application in Kuwait?
To schedule an appointment, visit VFS Global’s website, create an account, choose an available slot, pay the fees, and attend the appointment at the visa center.
What is the visa fee for a Greece visa from Kuwait?
What is the visa fee for a Greece visa from Kuwait?
The fee for adults is 90 KWD. Children under 12 are free, while different rates apply for transit and special visas.
What should I do if my Greece visa application is rejected?
What should I do if my Greece visa application is rejected?
If your visa application is rejected, you will receive a refusal notice explaining the reason, and no further details will be provided. Visa fees are non-refundable.
Where is the Greece visa application center located in Kuwait?
Where is the Greece visa application center located in Kuwait?
The Greece visa center is located at VFS Global in Arraya Center, Al Shahada Street, Kuwait City, open Sunday to Thursday for visa submission.
