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Kuwait's new Commercial Concealment Law criminalizes traditional nominee structures that have long enabled foreign investors to circumvent ownership restrictions, imposing severe penalties including imprisonment, fines up to KD 100,000, and deportation. With the law taking effect in February 2027, businesses operating under nominee arrangements face an urgent compliance deadline to restructure or risk criminal prosecution, asset confiscation, and permanent closure.

Kuwait's new Ministerial Decision No. 109/2026 introduces sweeping regulations for electronic delivery platforms, capping commissions at 17% and prohibiting exclusivity arrangements. How will these comprehensive rules reshape the balance of power between delivery platforms, restaurants, and consumers in Kuwait's rapidly growing e-commerce sector?

Kuwait is introducing a comprehensive new regulatory framework that consolidates traditional and digital media under a single legal structure. The new law extends licensing requirements to social media promotion, advertising, and digital content, with significant implications for businesses operating in or targeting audiences in Kuwait. Companies will need to assess their current arrangements across advertising, social media channels, and influencer partnerships before the law takes effect in April 2027.