My wife came to Kuwait 2 weeks ago on a dependent visa. I have completed the medical and residence permit. Now my question is, if she gets a job, is it possible to change her residence to work visa if the company agrees or can she work for 1 year and change after that?

Name withheld

Answer: First of all, she has to wait for at least one year before she can change to a work permit. Secondly, if she is caught working on a dependent visa she can be deported.

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