Kuwait moves to tighten citizenship law amid national identity safeguards

Dubai: Amendments to several articles of Kuwait’s Nationality Law are expected to be approved soon as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to safeguard national identity and crack down on citizenship fraud, local media reported.

According to a report by Al Qabas newspaper, a government source confirmed that the proposed legal changes are currently under review by the Council of Ministers, with formal approval anticipated soon.

The amendments are part of a broader push to reinforce the integrity of the citizenship system and prevent any tampering with official documents.

 At the heart of this campaign is the Supreme Committee for Investigating Kuwaiti Citizenship, which is tasked with rigorously reviewing all citizenship records without exception.

The committee operates under the direct supervision of Sheikh Fahad Al Yousef, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, who has issued strict directives to arrest individuals found to have acquired citizenship through manipulation, fraud, or forgery.

The review process is ongoing and thorough,” stressing the government’s zero-tolerance stance toward violations that compromise the legitimacy of Kuwaiti nationality.

In a related development, nearly 29,000 individuals have submitted formal grievances to the Cabinet’s Grievance Committee for Withdrawal, Revocation, and Loss of Kuwaiti Citizenship, seeking to challenge or clarify decisions related to the loss of their nationality.

The committee, headed by Counsellor Ali Musaed Al Dhubaibi, works around the clock, including on official holidays, to ensure continuous access for those affected.

The committee also provides assistance to those who face technical issues submitting complaints online, offering direct support through designated contact numbers.

The creation of the committee reflects a broader commitment to transparency and procedural fairness, giving citizens a structured and accessible platform to have their cases heard and reviewed independently. As the legislative amendments near finalisation, the government’s message is clear: the protection of Kuwait’s national identity is paramount — and any abuse of the citizenship system will be met with decisive legal action.