Kuwait Introduces Long-Term Residency for Investors

Key Point  

• Kuwait has introduced a new long-term residency option of up to 15 years for eligible foreign investors and their immediate family members. 

Long-Term Residency for Investors 

Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior has announced a new framework allowing eligible foreign investors to obtain long-term residency permits of up to 15 years, as part of broader efforts to enhance the country’s attractiveness as an investment destination. 

Eligible Categories 

The new residency option applies to: 

• Foreign investors 
• Family members of eligible investors 
• Accredited senior executives 
• Accredited partners 
• Owners of licensed investment entities 

Eligibility Requirements 

Applicants must meet specific investment and operational criteria, including: 

• Maintaining a minimum investment capital of at least KWD one million 
• Holding investments valued at no less than KWD five million (for licensed entities) 
• Demonstrating active business operations in Kuwait 
• Meeting Kuwaitization (local employment) requirements 

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