Some Middle East Countries Extend Visa Validity as Conflict Continues
As the conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States continues, air travel has been restricted, and regional safety has been affected. As a result, Middle Eastern
Read More »Kuwait Announces New Freelance Residency Permit Allowing Foreign Workers to Work Independently
Kuwait has confirmed plans to introduce a new freelance residency permit, marking a significant shift in the country’s long‑standing sponsor‑based (kafala) system. The
Read More »Kuwait Announces Changes to Residency Rules
The Kuwaiti government announced an updated residency regulation on November 23, 2025. The changes, which include higher visa fees, new stay categories, and tighter rules for
Read More »Kuwait Expands and Extends Long-Term Residency Validity
Kuwait has expanded its residency framework to allow eligible expatriates to obtain long-term residence permits of up to 10 or 15 years. The new changes provide new
Read More »Kuwait Launches Digital Visa Platform
Kuwait has officially activated its “Visit Kuwait” online platform, allowing travelers to apply for certain entry visas digitally. The platform will support the
Read More »Kuwait Grants Visa-on-Arrival Access to All GCC Foreign Residents
On August 10, 2025, Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior has announced that all foreign residents of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are now eligible to obtain
Read More »Kuwait Grants Grace Period for People with Revoked Citizenship
For individuals who lost their Kuwaiti citizenship status under the “Outstanding Services” clause, the government of Kuwait has issued a 4-month grace period to
Read More »India Launches eVisa Access for Kuwaiti Nationals
On July 13, 2025, the Embassy of India in Kuwait announced that India extended the eVisa facility to Kuwaiti nationals, effective immediately. The e-Visa is available for a
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