Kuwait

About Kuwait

Capital

Kuwait City

Continent

Independence Date

19 June 1961

Official Language	Arabic
Second Language	English
Population	~4.7 million
Passport Color	Red
Passport Rank	#54
Dialing Code	965
Country TLD	.kw

Kuwait Overview

Kuwait, officially the State of Kuwait (Arabic: دولة الكويت), is a country in Western Asia, situated in the northern Arabian Gulf region. It shares borders with Iraq to the north and west, Saudi Arabia to the south, and the Persian Gulf to the east. The capital and largest city is Kuwait City.

Kuwait is one of the world’s wealthiest nations per capita, owing to its vast oil reserves and a highly developed economy. The country plays a strategic role in the Middle East and has invested heavily in infrastructure, education, and healthcare. Kuwait’s modern skyline, luxury lifestyle, and strong cultural identity make it a prominent Gulf state.

The official language is Arabic, while English is widely used in business and education. The national currency is the Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) — the world’s highest-valued currency. Kuwait experiences a desert climate with extremely hot summers and mild winters.

Quick Facts About Kuwait

Coordinates	29.3759° N, 47.9774° E
Bordering Countries	Iraq, Saudi Arabia
Region / Continent	Asia (Middle East)
Total Area	~17,818 sq km
Population Density	~240 people per sq km
Highest Point	Mutangar Hill – 306 m
Major Rivers	No permanent rivers (coastal wetlands and wadis)
Climate Type	Arid desert; hot, dry summers and mild winters
Famous For	Oil wealth, modern skyline, Arabian Gulf culture, high standard of living
Major Landmarks	Kuwait Towers, Grand Mosque, Liberation Tower, The Avenues Mall
Official Languages	Arabic (official), English (widely used)
Currency	Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD)
Government Type	Unitary Constitutional Monarchy
Time Zone	UTC+3 (Arabia Standard Time)
Major Exports	Oil, refined petroleum products, fertilizers
Visitor Entry	eVisa and visa-on-arrival available for eligible nationalities