Travel advisory · KuwaitSome governments advise against all but essential travel to Kuwait.Advice depends on your passport. Read your own government's advice before you book.Official advice
- 5 km strip along the Iraqi border · avoid all travel · Canada, Germany, France, US
Also named by one government: Boubiyan (France), Warbah (France), Al Jahra (Spain), Jleeb Al Shuyoukh (Spain), Sulaibiya (Spain)
| Government | Advice | Updated | Read the advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom (FCDO) | Increased caution: prepare for flight disruption and stay away from security or military sites | – | Read the advice |
| United States (State Dept) | Reconsider travel | Oct 23, 2026 | Read the advice |
| Canada (Global Affairs) | Avoid non-essential travel | – | Read the advice |
| Germany (Auswärtiges Amt) | Strongly advised against travel to Kuwait (dringend abgeraten) | Oct 29, 2026 | Read the advice |
| New Zealand (SafeTravel) | Avoid non-essential travel to Kuwait | – | Read the advice |
| France (Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs) | Déconseillé sauf raison impérative | – | Read the advice |
Checked daily from the governments' published advice; last checked Nov 3, 2026. RoamLedger summarises official advice; it is not advice from any government.
Failaka Island
Failaka Island, off Kuwait City, is known for archaeological remains and its links to Kuwait’s past.
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Failaka Island lies in the Persian Gulf, northeast of Kuwait City. Its archaeological remains include evidence of ancient Dilmun and Hellenistic settlement. The island also has a more recent history: residents left during Iraq’s 1990 invasion, and many homes and other buildings remain abandoned. Travelers interested in archaeology and Kuwait’s history can explore sites outdoors, away from the capital’s museums and city sights.
Plan around the boat journey and the sites you want to visit. Check current transport arrangements before setting out, and confirm the return sailing so you know how long you can stay. Failaka can work as a day trip from Kuwait City. Cooler months are more comfortable for walking outdoors. Bring water and sun protection; exposed archaeological areas offer little shade.
Failaka Island in five
- Carry your passportKeep your passport with you when travelling from Kuwait City to Failaka. You may need it for travel or identification.
- Check the ferry returnConfirm the return sailing before travelling to the island. Missing it could leave you without a same-day trip back.
- Bring Kuwaiti dinarsKuwait uses the dinar (KWD). Carry cash for small purchases on the island.
- Save an offline mapDownload a map before leaving Kuwait City. Mobile data and signal may be less dependable away from the mainland.
- Pack sun protectionTake water, a hat and sunscreen, especially in summer, when Kuwait’s heat can make outdoor activities difficult.
Need to know
- Currency
- Kuwaiti dinar (KWD)
- Entry
- Visa-free entry or visa required, depending on passport Read more
- Emergency
- 112 for police, fire and ambulance
- Tipping
- Not expected; rounding up is appreciated
- Time
- UTC+3, no daylight saving
Weather by month
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryMild, quiet
- FebruaryMild, quiet
- MarchWarming days
- AprilWarm, sunny
- MayHot afternoons
- JuneSummer heat
- JulyExtreme heat
- AugustExtreme heat
- SeptemberHot, easing
- OctoberMild days
- NovemberCool, pleasant
- DecemberCool, quiet
Right now in Failaka Island
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 31°
- Humidity
- 64%
- Wind
- 8 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 0%
Failaka Island
08:03 AM
Tuesday, November 3
- Today31°27°0%Tuesday: Cloudy. High 31°, Low 27°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Wed31°25°3%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 31°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 3%.
- Thu29°24°28%Thursday: Cloudy. High 29°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 28%.
- Fri31°26°10%Friday: Cloudy. High 31°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 10%.
- Sat32°28°8%Saturday: Cloudy. High 32°, Low 28°. Chance of rain 8%.
- Sun28°24°20%Sunday: Cloudy. High 28°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 20%.
- Mon24°19°8%Monday: Cloudy. High 24°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 8%.
Updated 03:55 AM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 0.311 KWD
Rates from Nov 3, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Before you go to Failaka Island
Rules for Failaka Island, checked
- Check your passport’s visa and entry requirements on Kuwait’s official eVisa portal before travelling.Source
- Keep your passport with you while travelling between Kuwait City and Failaka.
- Follow local rules on public behaviour and dress. Kuwait is a Muslim-majority country.
Plan around Failaka Island
Check visa and entry requirements for your passport.
Read the guideGetting aroundPlan transport between Kuwait City and Failaka.
Read the guideMoney and costsFind practical advice on spending and paying in Kuwait.
Read the guideKuwait travel guideRead more about planning a trip to Kuwait.
Read the guideFailaka Island FAQ
How do you get to Failaka Island?
Failaka is reached by boat from Kuwait’s mainland. Check the current departure point and return sailing before setting out.
Can you visit Failaka Island as a day trip?
A day trip is possible if the boat schedule leaves enough time on the island. Confirm the return sailing before you travel.
What is there to see on Failaka Island?
Failaka has archaeological remains and traces of its former communities. Check which sites are accessible before your visit.
Do you need a car on Failaka Island?
Do not assume you can hire a car on arrival. Confirm transport on the island before travelling, or arrange how you will get between stops.
What currency is used on Failaka Island?
The currency is the Kuwaiti dinar (KWD), the same as on mainland Kuwait. Carry cash for small purchases.
When is the best time to visit Failaka Island?
Cooler months are more comfortable for time outdoors. Summer heat can make walking around the island difficult.