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Located between Saudi Arabia and Iraq, Kuwait is an oil-rich country known for its architecture, investment scope, glitz, and glamour. Kuwait offers a more authentic Arab feel being an oasis in a land of desert plains, with intriguing attractions like museums and galleries, fine Souq, beaches and lively restaurants.

Before travelling to Kuwait from India, you should secure yourself with travel insurance to enjoy a safe trip.

Digit’s International Travel Insurance for Kuwait covers and benefits you in unpredictable situations such as flight delays, loss of passport, baggage loss, medical emergencies, trip cancellations and other such mishaps. If you’re travelling to Kuwait for work, leisure, or studies; Digit has you covered. Purchase your plan online within a couple of minutes and you can be off on your perfect trip!

Is travel insurance mandatory for Kuwait?

No, travel insurance is not mandatory when travelling from India to Kuwait. Despite that, with the ongoing health-related global issues, we strongly advice buying a travel plan with health coverage. This acts as a relief in times of need when abroad.

What is the cost of Travel Insurance from India to Kuwait?

A $50,000 Kuwait Travel insurance plan from India for 1 adult starts from ₹225 only (excluding GST).

What’s great about International Travel Insurance for Kuwait by Digit?

Zero Deductibles - You don’t pay anything at all when you make a claim – it’s all on us. 

Adventure Sports Covered - Our coverage includes activities such as scuba diving, bungee jumping & sky diving (only for a duration of 1 day) 

Immediate Monetary Compensation for Flight Delays - We don’t want to waste your time any further. That’s why, when your flight is delayed for more than 6 hours, we give you an immediate compensation of Rs 500-1000. 

Smartphone-enabled Processes - No paperwork, no running around. Just upload your documents when you make a claim.

Missed-call Facility - Give us a missed call at +91-7303470000 and we’ll call you back in 10 minutes. No more international calling charges! 

Worldwide Support - We’ve partnered with the world’s largest health & travel insurance network Allianz, to support you seamlessly across the world. T&C apply.

Kuwait Travel Insurance Plans that fit your needs

Basic Option Offers coverages for the most common mishaps that can be encountered on an international trip.
Comfort Option This plan not only covers you for the most common mishaps on your trip but also keeps you protected from each hiccup, so your trip goes just how it should!

Basic Option Comfort Option

Medical Cover

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Emergency Accidental Treatment & Evacuation

Accidents occur at the most unexpected times. Unfortunately, we can’t save you there, but we can surely help you get the best treatment. We cover you for immediate medical treatment that results in hospitalization.

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Emergency Medical Treatment & Evacuation

God forbid if you fall ill during your trip in an unknown country, don’t panic! We will take care of your treatment costs. We will cover you for expenses like hospital room rent, operation theatre charges, etc.

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Personal Accident

We hope this cover is never required. But for any accident during the trip, resulting in death or a disability, this benefit is there for support.

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Daily Cash Allowance (Per day/Max 5 days)

When on a trip, you manage your cash efficiently. And we do not want you to shell out anything extra for emergencies. So, when you are hospitalized, you get a fixed daily cash allowance per day, to manage your daily expenses.

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Accidental Death & Disability

While this cover has everything like the emergency accidental treatment cover, it has one extra layer of protection. It also covers death & disability while boarding, de-boarding or are inside the flight (Touchwood!).

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Emergency Dental Treatment

If you encounter acute pain or meet with an accidental injury to your teeth on the trip, resulting in emergency dental treatment provided by a medical practitioner, we will cover you for the expenses incurred due to the treatment.

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Smooth transit covers

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Trip Cancellation

If unfortunately, your trip gets cancelled, we cover the pre-booked, non-refundable expenses of your trip.

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Common Carrier Delay

If your flight gets delayed by more than a certain time limit, you get the benefit amount, no questions asked!

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Delay of Checked-in Baggage

Waiting at the conveyor belt is annoying, we know! So, if your checked-in baggage is delayed for more than 6 hours, you get the benefit amount, no questions asked!

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Total loss of Checked-in Baggage

The last thing that can happen on a trip is your baggage getting lost. But if something like this happens, you get the benefit amount for the entire baggage getting permanently lost. If two out three bags are lost, you get a proportional benefit, i.e. 2/3rd of the benefit amount.

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Missed Connection

Missed the flight? Don’t worry! We will pay for extra accommodation and travel needed to reach the next destination shown on your ticket/itinerary if, you miss a pre-booked onward flight because of a delay in the flight.

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Flexible Trip

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Loss of Passport

The worst thing to happen in an unknown land is to lose your passport or visa. If something like this happens, we reimburse the expenses, if it is lost, stolen or damaged while you are outside of your country.

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Emergency Cash

If on a bad day, all your money is stolen, and you need emergency cash, this cover will come to your rescue.

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Emergency Trip Extension

We don’t want our vacations to end. But we don’t want to stay in a hospital too! If due to an emergency during your trip, you need to lengthen your stay, we will reimburse the cost of hotel extensions and return flight rescheduling. The emergency could be a natural calamity in your travel area or an emergency hospitalization.

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Trip Abandonment

In case of emergency, If you had to return home early from your trip, that would be really sad. We can’t fix that but we will cover charges for alternate travel arrangements and non-refundable travel costs like accommodation, planned events and excursion expenses.

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Personal Liability & Bail Bond

Due to an unfortunate incident, if there are any legal charges against you while you are travelling, we will pay for it.

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Coverage option suggested above is only indicative and is based on market study and experience. You may opt for any additional coverages as per your requirement. Please call us at 1800-258-5956 in case you want to opt for any other coverages or wish to know further details.

To read about the policy in detail please click here.

What's not Covered?

Digit’s Travel Insurance from India to Kuwait covers most things that could go wrong during your vacation. We are completely open in all that we do. Understanding what your travel insurance does not cover is critical, just like knowing what is covered. The following are some exclusions that our travel plan will not cover: 

  • We can't cover diseases or illnesses that have already been diagnosed (pre-existing diseases), or if your doctor has already recommended no travelling.
  • Daily cash allowance of up to 5 days is only valid for those who are hospitalised during their holiday, in a foreign country.
  • Death or disability won’t be covered after 365 days of the accident that has caused it.
  • Adventure sports are covered if you’re doing it for one day. This doesn’t include weeklong treks, hikes or professional-level adventure sports that go on for more than one day.
  • Acts of War are not covered.
  • Flight delays are not covered if your airline already informed you about the same at least 6 hours in advance.
  • Delay of checked-in luggage is not covered if the delay is due to customs.
  • Any missed connection where the time gap between scheduled arrival of incoming flight and scheduled departure of connecting flight was less than the time required.
  • Thefts will not be covered if the police of the respective aren't notified within 24 hours.
  • Trip extensions due to childbirth or related matters can’t be covered
  • Trip abandonments due to pre-existing illnesses or health conditions can’t be covered.
  • Trip cancellations due to rejection of visa are not covered.

With us, get access to VIP claims

After you buy our international travel insurance for Kuwait, you live tension free as we have a 3-step, completely digital claims process!

Step 1

Give us a call at 1800-258-5956 (if in India) or drop a missed call at +91-7303470000 & we’ll call back in 10 mins.

Step 2

Upload the required documents & your bank account details, on the link sent.

Step 3

We’ll take care of the rest!

Why do you need travel insurance from India to Kuwait?

  • In Kuwait, the possibility of road accidents and health hazards affecting a traveller is high. This could lead to injuries or accidents that we are hoping you wouldn’t fall victim to. In case of an emergency, your travel insurance has your back. You can focus primarily on your health and recovery rather than the expenses in a foreign country with Digit’s International Travel Insurance.  
  • Travelling to a new place can be exciting. Experiencing an interruption of any sort during your trip can be a buzzkill. With Digit’s International Travel Insurance Policy, you can be protected in case of emergencies, delays, cancellations, or any other mishap. Not just that, misplaced baggage/passport, flight delays and cancellations are likely to occur. It’s a small cost with large benefits in the long run. 
  • Travel insurance protects you against financial losses abroad and provides monetary compensation and many other benefits to ensure your trip goes smoothly, as planned!

Compare Kuwait Travel Insurance Quotes

Whilst comparing travel quotes from different travel insurances for Kuwait, make sure you are aware of the following:

  • The medical benefits available and the limit of the Sum Insured for each.
  • Terms of claims. A lot of times, the terms and conditions can be tricky and very hard to come by. Read the fine print carefully.
  • The claims process by checking the company’s previous claim records. After all, that’s the whole point of insurance, right?

Know more about Kuwait before your Trip

Kuwait, one of the jewels of the Middle East, is home to breath-taking locations that attract tourists from all over the world. If you are looking to taste the essence of Middle Eastern culture and heritage, Kuwait is ideal.

It comes with grand Islamic architecture, an exotic coastline and luxurious skyscrapers. From the exemplary aquatic wildlife to the dazzling Persian Gulf, a vacation to Kuwait can be quite a memorable experience. 

However, you need to be aware of certain crucial information to make your trip a success. Here is a list of the best places to visit, visa application procedure, and more.

What Is the Best Time to Travel to Kuwait?

To experience the best of Kuwaiti hospitality and outstanding culture, you should avoid visiting the country during the scorching summer months. So, the suitable time to explore Kuwait is either in spring, between March and May, or during autumn, mostly between September and October. 

Autumn and spring are the most comfortable times to explore the coastline and beaches of Kuwait. 

What Are the Things to Do and Places to See in Kuwait?

Here are the best things to do in Kuwait: 

  • Visit the Kuwait Tower
  • Explore the magnificent beaches 
  • Visit different museums to explore the art and history of Kuwait
  • Visit the Grand Mosque or Al-Masjid Al-Kabir. 
  • Explore the momentous beauty of Liberation Tower

Some of the best places to see in Kuwait are as follows: 

  • Hawalli
  • Kubbar Island
  • Souk AI-Mubarakiya, Flea Market
  • Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmad Cultural Centre
  • Kuwait Towers

Visa Requirements for Kuwait for Indians

Applying for a Kuwait Visa is mandatory for Indians who are planning their trips to this country. Kuwait Visa for Kuwait for Indians can be applied through both online and offline methods.  A tourist visa will be valid for a maximum period of 3 months from the date of issuance. For visitor visas, the validity is 30 dates.

Entry Information for Indians in Kuwait

If you are travelling to Kuwait, know that documentation is a pivotal factor that you must adhere to. At the airport entry in Kuwait, concerned officers may ask for supporting documents that will ensure your identity.

The authorities may ask you to produce the e-Visa reference number at the entry checks in the Kuwait airport. Usually, a vaccination certificate is not necessary, but if you have travelled to areas infected with Cholera or Yellow Fever, you might be asked to produce a vaccination certificate.

Also, if you have a GCC permit, you need to pay a fee of 3KD at the entry point.

What are Safety Measures Necessary to Consider While Visiting Kuwait?

Here are the essential safety measures that need to be followed on visiting Kuwait: 

  • One should understand that the law of Kuwait is conservative. Hence, there are a plethora of banned activities like drinking alcohol or eating pork, cross-dressing, etc. In addition, eating, drinking, smoking or chewing gum in public is also considered an illegal affair. Hence, before entering the country, it is crucial to understand the prevailing laws to avoid legal complications. 
  • Please note that some street shops and banks do not accept foreign cards. So it is preferable to keep the local currency, the Kuwaiti Dinar while shopping. 
  • Travelling near the borders of Iraq and Saudi Arabia without any authorisation is illegal. 
  • Ensure not to withdraw a large amount of cash from an ATM or carry expensive jewellery as this would draw unnecessary attraction, which can be detrimental to the trip. 
  • As Kuwait has stringent and conservative laws, it is advisable to keep the travelling and civil documents within reach. 

In addition to this, getting a travel insurance policy before your trip to Kuwait is necessary as it covers you from unexpected expenses. A travel insurance policy offers coverage for emergency medical bills, expenses involved in cancelling hotels or flights, etc. Hence, purchasing travel insurance from a credible company will keep any unexpected monetary liabilities at bay during your trip. 

Indian Embassy in Kuwait

If you encounter any trouble during your trip to Kuwait, feel free to reach out to the Indian Embassy in Kuwait for any assistance.