No Place to Hide: Kuwait Cracks Down on Residency Violators in Farms, Chalets, and Cities
Kuwait City, Kuwait: Kuwait is gearing up for a large-scale operation to apprehend residency law violators starting July 1st. The Ministry of Interior announced the crackdown after a two-week grace period granted to violators to either leave the country or resolve their residency issues.
Stay updated on Kuwait’s latest news and job openings by following our WhatsApp channel! https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaCkXo25q08jnKrRwo27
Expanded Security Measures:
The nationwide campaign will span all Kuwaiti governorates and involve various security departments including residency affairs, criminal investigation, and special services. Authorities aim for a comprehensive sweep, targeting not only urban areas but also farms, chalets, and remote locations where violators might seek refuge. The Ministry has warned that those found harboring residency violators will face legal repercussions.
Detention and Deportation Process:
To manage the anticipated influx of detainees, four locations have been designated as temporary holding centers. These include the Deportation Prison, a building at the Sulaibiya Prison Complex, and facilities within the Residency Investigations General Department. With a capacity of roughly 3,500 people, these centers will house violators until deportation procedures are finalized. A significant challenge lies in coordinating with embassies to obtain travel documents necessary for repatriation.
Kuwait’s Residency Amnesty Program:
This crackdown is the culmination of an amnesty program offered by the Kuwaiti government. The program provided residency violators with an opportunity to either leave the country or rectify their legal status within a designated timeframe. The nationwide campaign signifies Kuwait’s intent to enforce residency laws and address the issue of residency violations.
Previous Deportation Efforts:
Kuwait has a history of conducting large-scale deportation campaigns to address residency violations. In the preceding year alone, the Ministry of Interior deported over 40,000 violators through similar security operations. The upcoming crackdown suggests a continued commitment to enforcing residency regulations and maintaining order within Kuwait’s borders.
Comments (0)