SynopsisThe Indian Embassy in Kuwait has temporarily restricted its services. Consular, passport, and visa services are now limited to emergencies only. Normal applications for passports and visas will not be processed during this period. Emergency services will continue, requiring supporting documents for urgent requests. All Indian Consular Application Centres remain closed until further notice.AgenciesThe Indian Embassy in Kuwait has temporarily restricted its consular, passport and visa services to emergency cases only until Sunday, July 19, citing administrative reasons. During this period, only applicants who can provide documents establishing the urgency of their request will be eligible for services.The Embassy said applications for normal passports, regular visas and document attestations will not be accepted or processed until the temporary restrictions are lifted.Also Read: Rajasthan-born cardiologist Samin Sharma appointed Chief of Clinical Cardiology at Mount Sinai, New YorkEmergency services availableThe Embassy will continue to provide a limited set of emergency services, including Tatkal passport issuance, NRI certificates, short-validity passports for applicants whose Civil ID is nearing expiry, Emergency Certificates and e-Visas.Applicants must submit supporting documents to establish the emergency nature of their request.Indian Consular Application Centres closedThe Embassy also announced that all Indian Consular Application Centres (ICAC) in Kuwait will remain closed for accepting applications until further notice.Also Read: 'Committed to processing visas under established regulations': US Embassy in Delhi on reported delays faced by Indian studentsPeople requiring emergency assistance have been advised to visit the Embassy's Consular Wing between 9:00 am and 12:00 noon, where officials will process only genuine emergency cases supported by the required documents.The Embassy said it will issue further updates in due course and advised the Indian community in Kuwait to monitor its official communication channels and social media platforms for the latest announcements. (Join our ETNRI WhatsApp channel for all the latest updates)...moreElevate your knowledge and leadership skills at a cost cheaper than your daily tea.Subscribe Now