Kuwait Moves Toward ‘Freelance Visa’ System to Regulate Labor Market

Kuwait Plans Freelance Visa Without Sponsor for Expats

A major development has emerged for expatriates living in Kuwait City, as authorities are seriously considering introducing a freelance residency permit that would allow foreign professionals to work without a traditional sponsor. According to reports, the government of Kuwait is reviewing a proposal to launch a “freelance iqama” system. Under the plan, skilled expatriates would be able to operate independently and start small businesses legally…

Kuwait moves toward ‘Freelance Visa’ system to regulate labor market

Officials are expected to unveil full details of the system, including application mechanisms and eligible categories, within the next two months

Kuwait plans to introduce ‘Free Residency’ model within two months - Times Kuwait

‘Free Residency” system will allow expatriates to work independently without a sponsor under a regulated legal framework. The initiative, announced by First Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Fahad Al-Yousef, aims to curb residency trading and move informal labor into an organized, monitored system. The first phase will target simple professions, with annual fees expected between 750 and 1,000 dinars, alongside strict documentation and …

Kuwait to Launch Freelance Residency Visa for Foreigners

Kuwait is preparing to introduce a new Freelance Residency Visa that will allow foreign nationals to live and work independently without being tied to a traditional employer sponsor, marking a major shift in the country’s residency system. The initiative forms part of broader labour market reforms aimed at modernising regulations and addressing long-standing concerns linked to the sponsorship framework. Under the existing system, most expatriate…