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How UAE expats can apply for a Kuwait eVisa

Process, cost, documents, and eligible professions, explained

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Expats in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, and Bahrain can now effortlessly apply for a Kuwait eVisa or visa on arrival if their profession falls under the eligibility criteria.

Kuwait suspends 25 domestic worker agencies

Action aims to protect rights of workers and employers amid rising complaints

The total number of registered domestic labour recruitment offices now stands at 488. Illustrative image.

Kuwait to review foreign wives' status

Move seen as part of broader effort to address the plight of stateless individuals

Kuwait, a nation of around 4.9 million — most of whom are expatriates—has recently intensified efforts to protect its national identity by cracking down on citizenship fraud and dual nationality, which is prohibited under Kuwaiti law.

Kuwait appoints women to higher public prosecution

Historic first as Kuwaiti women promoted to top prosecution roles in legal reshuffle

Kuwait's move to appoint women to the country’s higher public prosecution office represents a significant shift in the traditionally male-dominated legal system.

India launches e-visa for Kuwaitis from July 14

New system offers fully online visa application for tourism, business, medical, and more

Kuwaitis can now apply for e-visa to India

Kuwait deports 6,000 expatriate violators in 2 months

Efforts to expedite deportations continue amid enforcement of residency and labour laws

Kuwait's Ministry of Interior has stepped up enforcement in recent months, aligning with broader efforts to regulate the labour market and uphold immigration laws.

Domestic workers not subject to exit permit rule

Public urged to obtain information from official government channels

While Kuwait had earlier introduced a system mandating exit permits for private sector workers seeking to travel abroad —a measure intended to regulate labour mobility and ensure contractual compliance—domestic workers remain explicitly excluded from this requirement so far.

Amendments to Kuwaiti Nationality Law set for approval

Amendments under review as authorities crack down on forgery; 29,000 grievances filed

Kuwait, a nation of around 4.9 million — most of whom are expatriates—has recently intensified efforts to protect its national identity by cracking down on citizenship fraud and dual nationality, which is prohibited under Kuwaiti law.

Delivery worker walks onto live TV broadcast

Ministry of Information launches investigation after delivery worker disrupts coverage

A food delivery worker mistakenly appeared live on Kuwait Television during a morning news broadcast, triggering criticism and disciplinary measures.

Egypt training for workers headed to Kuwait

New three-month programme aims to boost legal awareness and job readiness

Egypt has introduced a mandatory pre-departure training programme for workers heading to Kuwait.

Which GCC country is the most affordable in 2025?

Numbeo’s latest index reveals big savings on rent, food and family expenses in this nation

According to the data, the estimated monthly expenses for a family of four in Oman amount to Dh9,597.6 (OMR 1,004.7), excluding rent. Illustrative image.

591 street names to be replaced with numbers soon

Guidelines allow some flexibility, including naming public spaces after historical figures

Naming public areas in Kuwait after individuals will be significantly limited going forward.

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