Self-sponsored Residence (Article 24)
Self-sponsored Residence (Article 24) is a residence route in Kuwait (自有資金). New category for foreigners with independent income, annual fee KWD 500 (dependants KWD 100/yr). Criteria and income thresholds not published clearly; not a route for newcomers in practice. Low confidence.
Passive-income and financially independent residence →Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included.
How holders are taxed
No personal income tax.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| 類別 | 自有資金 |
|---|---|
| 投資 | — |
| 費用（家庭） | — + CHF 1'830 / 年 |
| 收入 / 年 | — |
| 資產 | — |
| 最低居住 | 0 |
| 永居 | — |
| 入籍 | — |
| 工作 | no |
| 申請資格 | Mostly long-term expat residents/retirees with own income; discretionary |
| 稅收 | No personal income tax. |
| 截至 | 2026-10 |
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