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Arab Times
15 hours ago
- Politics
- Arab Times
258 Expats Detained in Kuwait for Residency and Labor Violations
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 17: The Ministry of Interior announced that 258 individuals were arrested during a large-scale security campaign targeting violators of residency and labor laws across all governorates of the country. The operation was carried out by the General Department of Residency Affairs Investigations, under the directives of First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahd Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, and the direct supervision of Brigadier General Fawaz Al-Roumi, Head of the Nationality and Residency Sector. According to the ministry, those apprehended included absconding workers, individuals with expired residency permits and visas, as well as persons wanted in various cases. Authorities reaffirmed their commitment to pursuing violators of residency and labor regulations, monitoring illegal workers, and addressing practices that undermine security and public order. The ministry further emphasized that accountability measures will extend to both workers and employers, with no leniency shown, in strict implementation of the Residency and Labor Law.
Arab Times
a day ago
- Politics
- Arab Times
14 Female Beggars Arrested Across Kuwait – Their Full Details Revealed
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 16: Following the directives of His Excellency Sheikh Fahd Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, and under the supervision of the Head of the Nationality and Residency Sector, Kuwait's Ministry of Interior has intensified security operations across all governorates to enforce residency and labor laws and curb negative behaviors. The General Department of Residency Affairs Investigations, through its Department of Violators Follow-up, arrested 14 female beggars during recent security campaigns conducted nationwide. Legal measures were taken against the offenders under Article 22 of the Family Joining Law, which mandates the deportation of both the violator and the sponsor. Additional action was taken under Article 18 of the Civil Service Law, holding employers, sponsors, and companies accountable in coordination with the Public Authority for Manpower. The Ministry of Interior emphasized that it will continue to strictly enforce residency and labor regulations, holding both workers and employers responsible for violations. Officials stressed that begging in any form constitutes a societal abuse and a clear breach of the law.
Arab Times
12-05-2025
- Arab Times
440 Residence and Labor Law Violators Arrested in Kuwait
KUWAIT CITY, May 12: As part of ongoing security efforts to apprehend Residency and Labor Law violators, the General Department of Residency Affairs Investigations conducted intensive security campaigns across all governorates. These operations, carried out in cooperation with the relevant authorities, took place between April 30 and May 9, 2025. 440 individuals were arrested for violating Residency and Labor regulations during the campaign. These efforts are part of a comprehensive security strategy aimed at identifying illegal workers, monitoring the status of undocumented residents, curbing residency-related violations, and enforcing the laws and regulations governing employment and residency in the country. Legal action has been initiated against the arrested individuals, who have been referred to the appropriate authorities for further proceedings. The Ministry of Interior emphasized that such security campaigns are ongoing throughout all regions of Kuwait. It reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing the law and stated that accountability will apply equally to workers and employers found in violation, without exception.
Arab Times
20-04-2025
- Arab Times
Kuwait Conducts Intensive Security Sweeps: 411 Arrested
KUWAIT CITY, Aprl 20: As part of ongoing efforts to enforce Residency and Labor Laws, the General Department of Residency Affairs Investigations conducted intensive security campaigns across various governorates in Kuwait from April 13 to April 17, 2025. These operations led to the arrest of 411 violators, who have been referred to the appropriate authorities for legal action. The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its commitment to strictly enforcing the law against all violators, emphasizing that accountability applies to both the offending workers and their employers. This is to ensure public safety and uphold the country's legal regulations. The Ministry also urges the public to cooperate with security personnel and report any violations, highlighting that adherence to the law is a shared responsibility that helps maintain the security and stability of society.
Arab Times
13-04-2025
- Politics
- Arab Times
419 Expats Arrested Across Kuwait for Visa and Labor Law Violations
KUWAIT CITY, April 13: In accordance with the directives of His Excellency the Acting Prime Minister, Sheikh Fahd Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, and as part of ongoing efforts to uphold the law and enhance national security, a total of 419 individuals were arrested for violating Kuwait's Residency and Labor Laws. These arrests were made during large-scale security operations conducted by the General Department of Residency Affairs Investigations across all governorates of the country. The campaigns took place on April 8, 2025, and during the period from April 6 to April 8, 2025. The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its commitment to continuing these field campaigns as part of a comprehensive security plan aimed at apprehending violators. It emphasized the importance of everyone complying with the country's laws and regulations. The Ministry also urged the public to cooperate with security personnel and to report any violations. It stressed that abiding by the law is a shared responsibility that plays a vital role in maintaining the safety and stability of society.
