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Who can own?
- Law No. 116 of 2013 on the Promotion of Direct Investment lets a foreign investor establish a Kuwaiti company with 100% ownership without a Kuwaiti sponsor after an investment licence from KDIPA.
- The activity must not be on the negative list.
Common entities
- Limited liability company
- One-person company
- Joint stock company
- Branch or representative office
Steps
- Choose the activity under the ISIC classification and check that it is not on the negative list.
- Apply through the Authority’s Investor Services Portal with the application form, business plan and legal documents.
- Obtain approval and the investment licence.
- Complete incorporation and commercial registration, then registrations and banking.
Documents and legalisation
- Legalised parent-company or investor documents under the Authority’s requirements.
- Business plan.
- We identify the legalisation route by issuing country.
Typical timing
- It depends on the Authority’s review of the application and document completeness.
After formation
- After the investment licence, complete incorporation and commercial registration, then registrations and banking.
Frequently asked questions
Is a Kuwaiti partner required?
No, if you establish through a KDIPA investment licence in a permitted activity.
What does the Authority require?
An application form, business plan and legal documents. The licensing and fees guide on the Authority’s site gives the details.
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Official sources
Last updated: October 2026
Information is general guidance based on the official sources listed and is confirmed in the written quote for your case.