Kuwait: Jail or Hefty Fine for Hiding Visa Violators
Kuwait City, Kuwait: Kuwait is cracking down on violators of residency laws, with officials launching intensive campaigns to locate those who overstayed their visas.
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Key Points:
- Residency violators who didn’t leave during the grace period face arrest.
- Sheltering or hiring a visa violator carries a penalty of 6 months in jail or a KD 600 fine.
- Authorities target fake companies exploiting foreign workers.
Stricter Enforcement:
The Ministry of Interior’s Residency Affairs department is deploying resources to find visa violators.
Penalties for Aiding Violators:
Anyone caught offering shelter or employing a residency violator risks imprisonment or a hefty fine.
Fake Company Crackdown:
The ministry is also taking action against companies that hire foreign workers under false pretenses. These companies will be blocked and face legal repercussions.
Focus on Long-Term Solution:
The government is committed to addressing the demographic imbalance caused by a high number of expatriate workers. A dedicated committee is exploring solutions, including quotas for different nationalities, reported Arab Times daily.
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