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Travel Bans Statistics
Statistics from the Ministry of Justice’s Enforcement Department’s Travel Ban Section have revealed insights into restrection trends impacting both citizens and expatriates during January and February this year, as per the Al-Qabas daily. About 16,000 bans were enforced in Kuwait, alongside 8,033 orders to revoke bans, and 917 requests for one-time travel. January saw 6,642 travel ban orders, which rose to 9,006 in February.
Lift Orders
Likewise, there were 6,642 lift orders in January and 3,811 in February. Al-Ahmadi Governorate had the highest number with 4,321 orders, followed by Farwaniya with 3,641 and Hawalli with 2,452. Al-Jahra and the capital recorded 2,381 and 1,757 ban orders respectively, while Mubarak Al-Kabeer had the least with 1,096. The Family Court conducted 1,211 ban procedures, split between 620 in January and 591 in February, along with issuing 380 ban lift orders, including 220 in January and 160 in February.
Ban orders for rentals
Additionally, there were 27,809 ban orders for rentals, with 14,420 in January and 13,389 in February. The Family Court also handled 907 vehicle seizure procedures, comprising 474 in January and 433 in February. According to a source, common reasons for travel bans include outstanding checks, bank debts, unpaid phone bills, installment payments, overdue rents, electricity bills, as well as expenses and family court cases.
How many travel ban orders were issued in Kuwait in the first two months of 2024?
Around 16,000 Kuwaiti citizens and expatriates were banned from leaving the country for legal reasons in the first two months of 2024 (January and February).
What was the breakdown of travel ban orders by governorate in the first two months of 2024?
The governorate with the highest number of travel ban orders issued was Al Ahmadi with 4,321, followed by Farwaniya with 3,641, Hawalli with 2,452, Jahra with 2,381, the Capital with 1,757, and Mubarak Al Kabeer with 1,096.
What were the main reasons for travel ban orders in Kuwait in the first two months of 2024?
The travel ban orders were mainly linked to cases involving bank checks, outstanding installments, rents, power bills, and family lawsuits.
What new government decree related to travel bans was implemented in Kuwait in September 2023?
In September 2023, Kuwait implemented a government decree requiring all expatriates to settle their electricity and water bills before leaving the country, adding a new dimension to the reasons for travel bans in Kuwait.
How can individuals in Kuwait address travel bans related to financial or legal disputes?
Individuals facing travel bans in Kuwait due to financial or legal disputes should address the underlying issues promptly. This may involve settling outstanding debts, resolving legal matters, obtaining necessary approvals, and complying with the requirements set by Kuwaiti government agencies to have the travel ban lifted. Seeking legal advice and following the proper procedures are essential steps in resolving travel ban issues effectively.
How do travel bans impact the lives of those affected in Kuwait?
Travel bans can have severe consequences for individuals in Kuwait, preventing them from leaving the country for personal or professional reasons. This can disrupt their lives, careers, and family obligations. Those facing travel bans may also be subject to fines, legal penalties, and difficulties in resolving the underlying issues that led to the ban.
