Kuwaiti authorities deported about 6,300 foreign nationals during May and June 2025 for violating residency and labour regulations. Official reports confirm that this action is part of the Ministry of Interior’s intensified enforcement of immigration laws.
The Correctional Institutions Sector’s Deportation and Detention Department processed these cases, which included individuals identified through compliance checks, referrals from various government agencies, and court-ordered removals. A department representative stated they are accelerating deportation procedures while ensuring detainees receive proper care during processing.
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— ARY NEWS (@ARYNEWSOFFICIAL) July 10, 2025These enforcement measures are part of Kuwait’s broader initiatives to regulate its labour market and maintain strict immigration control. The Ministry of Interior has not disclosed the nationalities of those deported but emphasised that all cases underwent proper legal review.
In recent months, Kuwait has intensified its enforcement actions as it continues to implement labour market reforms and immigration control policies established in prior years. Authorities confirm that these efforts will remain ongoing.
