Kuwait grants lifetime citizenship to disabled children of Kuwaiti women
The decisions are in line with Article 3 of Law No. 8 of 2010, which affirms the rights of persons with disabilities and supports their integration and protection within society.
In a parallel step, Acting Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior, Major General Ali Al-Adwani, issued two additional decisions to treat several minor children of Kuwaiti women as Kuwaiti citizens until they reach adulthood.
These decisions highlight the government's ongoing efforts to address the humanitarian and legal concerns of families headed by Kuwaiti women, particularly in cases involving children with disabilities or minors in need of state support.
The Ministry of Interior reiterated its commitment to upholding the principles of equality and social justice, especially for vulnerable groups, within the framework of national laws and international conventions.
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