[ad_1] Kuwait cracks down on hawala-style money exchange / Image: File Kuwait’s Cabinet has approved a draft decree-law that criminalises unlicensed currency exchange activity and tightens penalties to curb informal trading and hawala-style operations. The move targets anyone who buys, sells, exchanges or transfers local or foreign currency for the public without a valid licence, […]
[ad_1] Kuwaitis will get a three day New Year holiday from January 1 to 3, 2026/Representative Image Kuwaitis are set to enjoy six official public holidays in January 2026, offering extended breaks to start the year. These holidays cover both the New Year celebrations and the important religious observance of Isra and Mi’raj, giving residents […]
[ad_1] GeoPark opens in Kuwait, inviting learning through nature / Image: File Kuwait has launched its first geological park, a public, educational and eco-tourism project designed to showcase the country’s rock formations, desert landscapes and natural heritage while supporting research, schools and sustainable tourism.What is the GeoPark and why is Kuwait launching it?Kuwait is stepping […]
[ad_1] Kuwaiti authorities are revoking a prominent preacher’s citizenship, citing national identity protection and legal compliance/Representative Image Kuwait’s well known Islamic preacher, recognized for his television programs and active engagement in cultural and intellectual forums, is reportedly facing the revocation of his Kuwaiti citizenship. The decision is part of broader efforts to protect the integrity […]
[ad_1] Kuwait residency permits allow visitors, workers, and families to legally convert visas for long-term stay/Representative Image Kuwait has clarified when visitors may legally shift from a temporary visit visa to a standard residence permit, outlining five specific situations covered under Article 16 of the residency regulations. The rules aim to address practical needs, such […]
[ad_1] The Ministry of Education launched a Sahel app survey, inviting teachers, parents, and supervisors’ feedback/Image: KUNA Education shapes the future, and in Kuwait, the journey to modernize learning is gaining momentum. The Ministry of Education has launched a detailed survey through the government’s “Sahel” app, inviting teachers, supervisors, school principals, and parents to share […]
[ad_1] Eight suspects were arrested in Kuwait after authorities uncovered an unlicensed clinic and illegal medicine distribution network/Image: X Moi_kuw Kuwaiti security authorities have dismantled a secret medical clinic in Farwaniya, leading to the arrest of four Indian nationals, one of whom was found practicing medicine without a license, while the other three were receiving […]
[ad_1] Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Sabah outlines Kuwait’s reform vision, emphasising openness, security, and administrative modernisation/Image: X Kuwait now provides one of the world’s fastest entry visas, which can be issued in just five minutes. The move reflects the country’s broader efforts to modernise administrative procedures, strengthen security, and streamline residency and visitor processes. These reforms […]
[ad_1] Kuwait outlaws cash payments for gold and jewellery / AI-generated illustration Kuwait has ushered in a new era for its precious metals market, making a bold move that aligns it with international best practices. The Ministry of Commerce and Industry recently issued a landmark decision that completely bans cash payments for the purchase of […]
[ad_1] Minor aircraft glitch delays Kuwait–Manila flight, passengers safe / Image credit: File A flight carrying nearly 300 passengers from Kuwait to the Philippines was significantly delayed early Friday morning following an unexpected technical glitch. The incident, which occurred just as the aircraft was preparing for departure on the tarmac, caused minor damage but prompted […]
