According to an official directive issued by the Kuwaiti Ministry of Social Affairs, Kuwaitization measures now require cooperative societies and labour unions to complete employment termination procedures for workers aged over 70. The directive also sets a 30-day compliance period and protects employees financial entitlements.
Kuwaitization supports workforce transition
The ministry instructed cooperative societies and labour unions to prepare complete lists of employees aged 70 and above. Organisations must then begin service termination procedures in line with existing employment regulations.
The directive applies across cooperative societies and labour unions. It forms part of broader workforce management measures introduced by the ministry.
Authorities also instructed organisations to complete the required administrative process within the specified timeframe.
Kuwait workers over 70 retirement directive sets timeline
The Kuwait workers over 70 retirement directive requires cooperative societies and labour unions to submit the names of affected employees within 30 days of receiving the official circular.
The ministry said organisations must follow the applicable procedures throughout the transition process. The reporting requirement allows authorities to monitor compliance with the directive.
The measure establishes a uniform implementation process across the affected organisations.
Kuwaitization protects employee benefits
The Ministry of Social Affairs confirmed that employees leaving their positions under the directive will receive all financial entitlements. These include the end-of-service indemnity provided under the applicable regulations.
The ministry emphasised that organisations must complete these payments during the service termination process. The directive therefore combines workforce transition with the protection of employee financial rights.
This requirement applies to all affected employees covered by the circular.
Policy aligns with National Employment Goals
The ministry said the directive supports Kuwaitization, the country’s job localisation policy aimed at strengthening opportunities for national talent. The measure also supports efforts to improve workforce efficiency across cooperative societies and the public sector.
Through this approach, the government continues to implement employment policies while maintaining compliance with existing labour regulations and financial obligations.
