Kuwaiti Man Loses Citizenship After Fraud Exposed by Ex-Wife

A shocking tale of deception has emerged in Kuwait, where a woman exposed her ex-husband’s decades-long scheme to fraudulently claim Kuwaiti citizenship, unraveling a network of lies that involved his entire family.

A Scorned Ex-Wife’s Revenge

The story began with heartbreak. After being divorced so her ex-husband could marry another woman, the ex-wife decided to take action. She reported her former spouse to the Department of Nationality and Passport Affairs, revealing what she claimed was a decades-old web of deceit.

Fraud Unveiled

The ensuing investigation uncovered that the man, now in his fifties, had forged documents to falsely register himself and his family as Kuwaiti citizens. His brothers and children were also fraudulently listed under the identity of another Kuwaiti family.

As authorities gathered evidence, the man fled the country, leaving his family to face the consequences of his actions.

DNA Tests Confirm the Fraud

Authorities arrested his siblings and children, conducting DNA tests that confirmed their identities were falsified. Among those implicated was a disabled son who had been receiving government retirement benefits under the guise of Kuwaiti citizenship.

Consequences of the Scheme

In a landmark ruling, the man was sentenced in absentia to seven years in prison. His Kuwaiti citizenship, along with that of his siblings and children, was revoked. This case has sparked widespread discussions in Kuwait about fraud prevention and the need for stricter checks on nationality claims.

A Wake-Up Call for Kuwait

The case highlights the risks of citizenship fraud and the lengths some individuals will go to exploit the system. It also underscores the role of whistleblowers in exposing corruption and holding wrongdoers accountable.

As the dust settles, authorities are focusing on preventing similar incidents in the future, ensuring the integrity of Kuwaiti citizenship remains uncompromised.