In a significant operation, the Ministry of Interior has led a major crackdown on residency scammers, successfully dismantling a gang involved in the illegal trade of visas. During this operation, authorities in Kuwait apprehended a group of Syrian and Egyptian individuals engaged in visa fraud. This action is part of the continuous efforts to combat the illicit trade of fake residencies and ensure adherence to legal standards.
The operation resulted in the arrest of six individuals who are accused of creating fictitious companies by forging and tampering with official documents. These fake companies were used to illegally bring foreign workers into Kuwait, with charges ranging from 350 to 1,000 Kuwaiti dinars per worker. Investigating officers were diligent in monitoring the gang's activities and arrested all involved parties, including any sponsors or accomplices.
Authorities have confirmed that appropriate legal measures have been initiated, and the suspects have been forwarded to the relevant authority. Last week, another significant operation led to the arrest of a gang of Syrians involved in a residency permit scam. The community is encouraged to report any crimes related to residency violations to law enforcement agencies.
The recent arrests were conducted by the Residency Affairs Sector following a comprehensive investigation by the General Administration of Residency Affairs Investigations—the Search and Investigation Department—under the guidance of Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al Sabah, the First Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Minister of Interior. The Ministry of Interior has reaffirmed its dedication to combating all forms of residency trafficking and enforcing the law, emphasizing that those involved in such illegal activities will face severe repercussions.
