Revised Working Hours at BLS International Indian Consular Application Centres during the Holy month of Ramadan 2026

All BLS International Centres will function as per the schedule given below during the Holy month of Ramadan.

Submission Timings: 09:00 AM to 3:00 PM (Last Token Will be issued at 2:30 PM) Saturday to Thursday. (Friday Closed).

Collection Timings: 09:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday to Thursday. (Friday Closed).

Call Center Timings: 09:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday to Thursday. (Friday Closed).

Attestation of Documents during Ramadan Month: Documents deposited at BLS Centres for consular attestation on any given day (Saturday to Thursday) will be returned to the applicants on the next working day from 3.00 PM-4.00 PM, at the respective BLS Center. Requests for same day attestation in emergency cases will be decided on a case-to-case basis based on the nature of emergency.

Attention!

Guidelines for ICAO Compliant Photograph

Important Information

Effective 17th October 2025, all passport photographs must comply with ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) standards.

All BLS Centres are fully equipped to capture photographs as per these standards, with trained staff available to assist applicants. Applicants are requested to report to the BLS Center in dark-coloured attire.

Effective 17th October 2025, all passport applications will now be accepted only through the new online portal. Applicants can visit any BLS Centre in Kuwait for assistance with form filling and photograph services from our trained staff.