Kuwait: Mandatory Fingerprinting on Departure

Analysis

Mandatory fingerprinting has been implemented by the Interior Ministry for foreign nationals on employment residence permits or business visitor visas departing from Kuwait International Airport.

The new policy applies to all foreign nationals except Kuwaiti citizens and diplomats.

What This Means for Employers and Foreign Nationals

Foreign nationals on employment residence permits or business visitor visas in Kuwait should be ready to proceed through fingerprinting before departing the country via Kuwait International Airport.