Arab rich country Kuwait has introduced a new foreign residency law, overhauling a system that had been in place for more than 60 years.
The new law, which was issued by Amiri decree on November 28, aims to modernise the country’s immigration policy and address long-standing issues such as visa trading and the treatment of migrant workers, Gulf News reported.
One of the key changes is a ten-year residency for the children of Kuwaiti women, which can be renewed without fees as long as they do not acquire Kuwaiti citizenship.
These children will not lose their residency even if they are outside the country for medical or educational purposes for more than six months.
The law also seeks to crack down on visa trading and exploitation. It imposes strict penalties on individuals who facilitate entry, residence, or visa renewals in exchange for money.
Employers are now prohibited from employing expatriates for purposes other than their original recruitment, and they must ensure workers are not employed by others without the proper authorisation.
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