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Passport Services
 

The American Citizens Services section asks that all passport-related applications be completed using the Passport Wizard, then printed, and brought for your appointment. 

Making use of this site allows us to process passports quicker, meaning they are returned to you earlier.  Handwritten passport applications may be accepted only if exigent circumstances exist.

Be advised that forms must be completed and printed prior to your appointment, as there are no public printing facilities near the Embassy at which to complete the forms. If you do not bring the necessary completed form, we reserve the right to ask you to reschedule your appointment.

Passport applications received and adjudicated at the American Embassy in Kuwait will be issued by domestic passport facilities in the U.S. Citizens will receive their new passports approximately two to three weeks after the application is approved.  Please plan ahead.  Once the new passport is available, the applicant will be notified via text or email.  Please bring your old passport for cancellation; no appointment is necessary.

For further assistance, please email American Citizen Services at KuwaitACS@state.gov.  For emergencies, please call (+965) 2259-1001.

Please note:  To collect an Adult Passport for another, the Passport Holder must write, sign and date a statement authorizing another to collect their passport on their behalf.  This authorization statement and an ID must be presented to the Consular Staff for passport collection.

Passport Applications

FAQs on Coming to the Embassy

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  • Who can come into the Embassy for an appointment?

    Who can come into the Embassy for an appointment?

    • Unless specifically authorized, only the individual with the scheduled appointment may enter. Minors (under 21), disabled, or those with mobility issues may bring one companion into the waiting area.

      For notarial customers, applicants may schedule appointments with up to two companions if those companions must sign the document. These companions must be listed on the appointment sheet (i.e. should be included when booking the appointment).

  • Who may NOT enter the Embassy?

    Who may NOT enter the Embassy?

    • Attorneys, employers, domestic employees, spouses, or other visa holders are NOT permitted to accompany an applicant to the interview and will not be granted access to the Embassy.

  • When can I pick up my passport?

    When can I pick up my passport?

    • U.S. citizens may pick up their passports at window two near the front gate during the following days and hours: Sunday to Thursday, 10:00 to 11:00 AM, and 1:00 to 3:00 PM. They must possess valid identification and should present the email notification or the numbered ticket  to indicate they are coming for passport pickup.

  • Where do I drop off additional documents?

    Where do I drop off additional documents?

    • If we require additional information to complete your case, you must return to the Embassy with the pink sheet that you were given at the time of your interview. Unless otherwise instructed by consular staff, you may proceed to window two at the front gate during following days and hours: Sunday to Wednesday, 10:00 to 11:00 AM, and 1:00 to 3:00 PM.

  • What if I am late for my appointment?

    What if I am late for my appointment?

    • Unfortunately due to the high demand for services, we are not able to accommodate applicants who fail to show at their scheduled appointment time. Any applicant who appears more than 30 minutes after his/her scheduled interview time will need to re-schedule the appointment and will not be allowed to enter the Embassy.

  • What should I bring to the Embassy?

    What should I bring to the Embassy?

    • All appointment holders should have a confirmation sheet showing their scheduled appointment time, in addition to a passport AND second form of identification, as well as the appropriate fees (NOTE: we do not accept K-NET for payment). For additional requirements regarding paperwork, please see the relevant section on our website.

  • What should I NOT bring to the Embassy?

    What should I NOT bring to the Embassy?

    • Cell phones, USB storage devices, iPods, and any other electronics are not allowed inside the Embassy.