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Gulf Insider
13-07-2025
- Business
- Gulf Insider
Kuwait Offers One-Year Grace Period For Revoked Citizens To Adjust Legal Status
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior has announced that individuals whose citizenship has been revoked will be granted a one-year grace period to adjust their legal status. The policy, effective as of July 20, 2025, lays out a structured framework of rights, responsibilities, and limitations for those affected, allowing them to retain select benefits while mandating compliance with administrative procedures. According to the Ministry, the measure is part of efforts to ensure legal and social stability and uphold the principles of justice and transparency, particularly for individuals whose nationality was withdrawn under the 'Grand Acts of Worship' clause, typically awarded for moral or religious contributions. One of the most significant provisions permits affected individuals to continue using their Kuwaiti passports for four months following the issuance of the citizenship withdrawal decree. This applies retroactively to all revocations before July 20 and prospectively to new cases, giving individuals time to secure residency permits or travel documentation from their country of origin. The Ministry urged individuals to immediately begin coordinating with their respective embassies to retrieve passports or obtain alternative legal residency documentation. Failure to initiate this process within the first three months may result in the cancellation of benefits, unless sufficient proof is provided showing serious efforts to rectify the individual's status. Despite the revocation of citizenship, the Ministry affirmed that individuals may continue working in government or government-affiliated sectors under existing contracts, though they will no longer be eligible for senior or supervisory roles. Educational continuity is also preserved, with students allowed to complete their current diploma, university, or postgraduate programs and retain any previously granted scholarships. In terms of housing, individuals are permitted to retain one private residence in Kuwait. Those with multiple spouses may retain more than one home. Individuals who received land and full housing loan disbursements from the Credit Bank must repay the loans within one year, while those who received land but have not yet built must complete construction and occupancy within two years at their own expense. The new regulations also maintain the right to sponsor domestic workers and own private vehicles, provided all relevant conditions are met. However, individuals lose the right to own state public property such as chalets, farms, or commercial and industrial plots. These must be transferred within five years to a first-degree Kuwaiti relative, without incurring fees. Personally-owned commercial or investment properties must also be transferred, through sale, gift, or assignment, within the same timeframe. However, all benefits will be suspended immediately if an individual is convicted of a felony, a crime involving honor or trust, or any offense related to state security or deemed offensive to religion, prophets, or national symbols. Additionally, if a person fails to secure either their original nationality or a legal residency document within one year from the publication of the decree, all entitlements will be terminated. The Ministry reaffirmed that individuals may submit grievances to the Citizenship Withdrawal Grievance Committee, established under Cabinet Resolution No. 207 of 2025 and amended by Resolution No. 493 of the same year.
Arab Times
10-07-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Kuwait issues new rules for individuals stripped of citizenship under the noble deeds clause
KUWAIT CITY, July 10: The Ministry of Interior on Thursday announced a comprehensive set of regulations concerning individuals whose Kuwaiti citizenship has been revoked under the "noble deeds" clause. The newly issued directives outline procedures, eligibility for continued benefits, conditions for status adjustment, and cases that may result in suspension of privileges. In a press statement, the Ministry emphasized the authorities' commitment to facilitating the transition process and ensuring continuity of benefits for those affected and their dependents. Notably, individuals against whom citizenship withdrawal decrees were issued before July 20, 2025, will be permitted to travel using Kuwaiti passports for a period of four months. For newer cases, this four-month window will commence from the date of the respective decree to help them regularize their legal status. The Ministry clarified that individuals must comply with the instructions and begin amending their legal status by coordinating with their respective embassies. This includes retrieving the passport of their previous nationality or securing another valid travel document recognized for residency in Kuwait. A one-year grace period, starting from the date of the decree's publication in the Official Gazette, has been granted for legal status correction. However, the first three months of this period are critical—individuals must initiate action and submit proof of steps taken. Failure to do so may result in the revocation of all associated benefits. Among the key benefits retained by those affected: Employment: Continued employment in government sectors or government-owned companies, as per existing contracts. However, they will be ineligible for leadership or supervisory roles.n Education: The right to continue education at all levels that began prior to the withdrawal of citizenship, including public schools, diploma programs, university, and postgraduate studies. Internal and external scholarships granted before the decree also remain valid.n Housing: Continued ownership of one private residence is allowed, except in cases of polygamy, where multiple homes may be retained for family use. Individuals who completed construction and received Credit Bank disbursements may keep their housing unit, provided repayment is made within one year from the date of publication. Those who have received permits but not begun construction must start and complete the project within two years at their own expense.n Assets and Vehicles: Sponsorship of domestic workers and ownership of private vehicles remain permitted under existing laws.n However, the Ministry stressed that those affected will no longer be treated as Kuwaiti citizens regarding specific rights—such as owning chalets, barns, agricultural, industrial, and commercial plots. A five-year window has been granted to transfer such properties to first-degree relatives who are Kuwaiti citizens, without incurring fees. As for personally owned commercial, investment, or vacant lands, a maximum of five years is allotted for the transfer of ownership via sale, gift, or waiver. The Ministry also outlined grounds for immediate suspension of benefits, including: A final judgment in felony cases or crimes related to dishonor, breach of trust, state security, or offenses against religion, Prophets, or the Amir.n Failure to amend one's status by not restoring the previous nationality or failing to obtain a valid official residence document within one year of the decree's publication.n Despite the outlined regulations, affected individuals retain the right to file grievances with the Grievance Committee for Withdrawal, Forfeiture, and Loss of Kuwaiti Citizenship, as per Cabinet Resolution No. 207 of 2025 and its amendment, Resolution No. 493 of 2025. The Ministry urged all concerned individuals to adhere strictly to the timelines and procedures, emphasizing the importance of cooperation in updating legal status. It affirmed its commitment to enforcing the law with fairness and transparency, while considering humanitarian aspects in handling these cases and ensuring stability for those impacted by the noble deeds clause.
Ya Libnan
03-07-2025
- Business
- Ya Libnan
Lebanon Credit Bank chairman arrested on charges of forgery and embezzlement
Al-Nashra website reported that Public Prosecutor Judge Jamal Hajjar has arrested the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Credit Bank, Tarek Khalifa, and his advisor, Ralph Sayyad, on charges of falsifying account statements that were sent to the Special Investigation Commission of the Central Bank of Lebanon, and of embezzlement and theft of funds from Credit Bank. Lebanon's banking system has essentially collapsed as part of a broader economic crisis that began in 2019. The crisis has been marked by a severe devaluation of the Lebanese pound, bank restrictions on withdrawals, and widespread economic hardship. El Nashra
The Irish Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Justin Bieber looks stressed and gaunt as he gets a parking ticket in LA after concern for his ‘unhealthy' appearance
JUSTIN Bieber looked rather stressed and gaunt after getting a parking ticket in Los Angeles. The 30-year-old hitmaker was seen departing Credit Bank in Beverly Hills wearing some oversized jeans and sliders while grabbing his crotch several times. 6 Justin Bieber was seen departing Credit Bank in Beverly Hills Credit: BackGrid 6 According to TMZ, he had been issued a parking ticket Credit: BackGrid 6 He was seen rocking some baggy jeans Credit: BackGrid 6 Justin has sparked concern recently Credit: BackGrid Looking gaunt and "unhealthy" again, Justin has once again sparked concern while making his first appearance since a tiff with his wife This was Justin's first appearance since publicly apologizing to Hailey for once telling her she would never be on the cover of Vogue. According to TMZ, Justin was issued a parking ticket after he had difficulties trying to park his very large vehicle. It is understood that his swanky G-Wagon exceeded the height limit. Read More about Justin Bieber The outlet reported that the singer then decided to park his SUV - which has no front license plate - in a loading zone instead. Soon after, a traffic cop came by and wrote a ticket before popping it on Justin's windshield. Fans of Justin have since reacted to the snaps after they appeared on social media. "He looks unhealthy," said one. Most read in Celebrity While a second penned: "He's going off the rails again. I feel bad for his child." 'DUDE LOOKS UNWELL' This comes just mere days after the singer sparked concern for his health while attending a Toronto Maple Leafs game with wife Hailey. Justin Bieber slammed for 'inappropriate' behavior with rapper Sexyy Red in late-night club video amid marriage problems Sitting rink side at a hockey game at Scotiabank Arena, Justin could be seen grinning beside his wife. Reacting to a snap shared by NHL on Instagram, social media were quick to react to Justin's appearance. One person said: "Dude looks unwell." Another asked: "Is he sick?" "Dude loooks messed up," said a third. A fourth person then said: "What's up with bros face though?" CONCERNING SNAPS At the start of May, we reported that Justin had shared snaps on Instagram of him using a bong. Sharing some photos from a trip away at a recording studio, one snap saw Justin's pal, Australian singer Eddie Benjamin, playing guitar. In the snap, Justin was visible through an open door in the left corner, and he appeared to be smoking from a bong. Another photo then saw Justin on a patio with a mountain view behind. The snap seemed rather normal, though a bong could be seen on the floor, which comes as speculation around Justin's health continues to run rampant. Also, earlier in the year he shared other snaps with a bong, with some of the pictures even showing him using the item. 'HARD DRUG USE NOT TRUE' But despite the concern around Justin's health and recent alleged drug use, he is said to be doing better than ever. "The recurring narrative that Justin is using hard drugs is absolutely not true," his representative told They added how the rumors about how Justin is doing is "exhausting and pitiful". They then noted how it "shows that despite the obvious truth, people are committed to keeping negative, salacious, harmful narratives alive". His rep then said how the singer is "in one of the best places in his life". This statement was issues after Justin sparked concern for his health after 6 The hitmaker has left fans concerned over his gaunt appearance in recent times Credit: Getty 6 Fans think Justin looked much healthier a few years ago Credit: Getty
Arab Times
04-02-2025
- Arab Times
Saudi gets 7 years jail in for nationality forgery
KUWAIT CITY, Feb 4: The Kuwaiti Court of Cassation, led by Counselor Abdullah Jassim Al-Abdullah, has sentenced a Saudi national to seven years in prison for forging the Kuwaiti citizenship. The man, employed as a correspondent in the Ministry of Justice, was found guilty of impersonating the son of a Kuwaiti citizen who has gone missing since 1995. He unlawfully obtained approximately 498,000 Kuwaiti dinars in benefits, including 62,000 dinars in salaries from the Ministry of Justice, 5,750 dinars from the Credit Bank, 20,000 dinars from the Public Authority for Manpower, and 17,000 dinars from Housing Care. The court also imposed a fine equivalent to the amount fraudulently acquired.
