Key Points
- In 2021, expatriates aged 60 and
older can no longer renew their work permits and residency
- The restrictions take effect on
January 1, 2021
- Affected expatriates have three
months to change their immigration status or leave Kuwait
- Employers should start planning to
meet their staffing needs through local qualified labor
Overview
The Kuwaiti government will no longer accept work permit and
residency renewals for expatriates aged 60 or over. The change
takes effect on January 1, 2021.
Background
The new restrictions are designed to protect the local Kuwaiti
workforce. Expatriates who are ineligible for a work permit and
residency renewal due to the age limits have three months to leave
Kuwait or apply to remain in the country based on another type of
immigration status.
