Supreme Committee Revokes Kuwaiti Citizenship Of Nine Individuals

The official gazette Kuwait Al-Youm published a special supplement detailing the decision by the Supreme Committee for Investigating Kuwaiti Nationality to revoke citizenship from nine individuals. This move was carried out in accordance with Article 11 of Amiri Decree No. 15/1959, which governs the Kuwaiti Nationality Law and its amendments, as reported by Al-Seyassah daily.

Understanding Article 11 of the Kuwaiti Nationality Law

Article 11 states the following:

• A Kuwaiti citizen will lose their nationality if they voluntarily acquire a foreign nationality.
• A Kuwaiti wife retains her nationality unless she acquires her husband's new nationality.
• Minor children will lose their Kuwaiti nationality if they acquire their father’s new nationality, according to the laws of the country granting that nationality.

This legal provision aims to regulate the citizenship status in cases involving the acquisition of foreign nationality and safeguard national interests.

Implications of Citizenship Revocation in Kuwait

The revocation of citizenship under Article 11 highlights Kuwait's strict adherence to nationality laws to protect its sovereignty and national identity. The decision by the Supreme Committee serves as a reminder of the legal consequences associated with dual nationality or voluntary foreign nationality acquisition.

Related Developments on Nationality and Citizenship in Kuwait

Kuwait continues to monitor and investigate citizenship status cases closely. For more information on recent nationality law updates and related legal news, readers can explore detailed reports on nationality procedures and government decisions.