Kuwait revokes citizenship of 16 individuals and their dependents
The decision, detailed in Resolution No. 828 of 2025, was set to appear in the newspaper's upcoming issue on Sunday, July 13. The resolution cites the Constitution, the Amiri Order issued on 2 Dhu al-Qi'dah 1445 AH (corresponding to May 10, 2024), and Article 21 bis (A) of Amiri Decree No. 15 of 1959 concerning the Kuwaiti Nationality Law and its amendments.
Based on the recommendation of the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, the resolution orders the withdrawal of Kuwaiti nationality from the specified individuals, as well as from any persons who obtained citizenship through their dependent status.
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