Kuwait shuts down Europe-bound visa scam, nabs criminal network
The investigation, conducted in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, uncovered the criminal activities by the suspects, including altering professions, fabricating information, tampering with work permits, bank statements, and other documents to meet visa requirements set by several European embassies. Initial findings revealed the involvement of an Egyptian, who was operating a social media account from abroad to promote illegal immigration services, as the authority arrested several other members of the ring in Kuwait as well as seized their devices and documents.
Authorities in Egypt were informed, as part of the international security cooperation, and procedures are underway to complete the investigations, the statement added. The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the country's security and enforcing the law, warning that it will not tolerate such criminal activities, as well as urged the public to adhere to all laws and regulations. (KUNA)
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