Kuwait Unveils Framework for 15-Year Residency for Expat Investors (opens original article in a new tab)

Kuwait launches a 15-year residency program for foreign investors with strict financial and operational requirements to attract high-value investment.

• Kuwait introduces 15-year residency framework for foreign investors under Cabinet Resolution No. 651 of 2026
• Investor residency requires KD 5 million investment, KD 1 million capital, and compliance with legal, financial, and operational conditions
• Residency permits may be canceled for criminal convictions, false documents, or business inactivity