Georgia emerges as a top destination for Kuwaiti tourists, records 38 percent growth
The Times Kuwait Report
The Georgian Ambassador to Kuwait H.E. Noshervan Lomtatidze spoke of Georgia’s growing popularity among Kuwaiti visitors, and said the number of tourists from Kuwait increased 38 percent last year.
He said this during a Georgian Tourism Promotional Forum held at the Courtyard Marriott Hotel, which was attended by a Georgian tourism companies and their Kuwaiti counterparts. The event was to showcase Georgia’s rich tourism potential and highlight investment opportunities in the sector.
The Ambassador emphasized that the forum, organized in collaboration with the Georgian National Tourism Administration, reflects Georgia’s commitment to strengthening its presence in the Kuwaiti market and raising awareness of its unique destinations.
“Georgia is welcoming more Kuwaiti tourists each year thanks to its scenic landscapes, moderate climate, geographical proximity, and ease of travel,” he said.
Kuwaiti citizens can enter Georgia visa-free for up to 365 days, while residents in Kuwait with valid residency permits can stay for 90 days. The Ambassador urged travelers to visit the Embassy’s website for specific travel requirements depending on passport type.
Kuwaiti Airlines Boost Travel to Georgia
The Ambassador also praised the Jazeera Airways and Kuwait Airways for their direct flights to Tbilisi and Batumi, which have significantly increased tourist arrivals.
During the summer season, flight frequencies can rise to two daily flights to meet demand. Georgia plans to expand cooperation with these airlines and increase routes in upcoming seasons, with the Batumi route providing a major draw for Kuwaitis seeking coastal destinations.
Kuwait: Georgia’s Second-Largest Gulf Tourism Market
Elena Gogelia, head of branding and promotion at the Georgian National Tourism Administration, confirmed that Kuwait ranks as Georgia’s second-largest Gulf market after Saudi Arabia, based on visitor numbers during the first three months of 2025.
Gogelia noted that the promotional tour, which also included Dubai and Riyadh, concluded in Kuwait to strengthen ties between the tourism sectors of both countries and to highlight Georgia’s diverse offerings.
Georgia has so far attracted 6 million visitors recently, surpassing post-pandemic levels, and aims to reach 11 million visitors by 2026, provided direct flights and airline support continue.
The promotional campaigns include outdoor advertising, digital media initiatives, media partnerships, exhibitions, forums, and workshops to showcase Georgian tourism products.
Direct flights of less than three hours from Kuwait remain a major advantage for regional travelers, while expanded airline partnerships are expected to further boost travel and bilateral tourism in the coming years.
