Kuwait election date 2024

Kuwait election date is set for its twenty-first parliamentary election, sparking interest in electoral registration verification, voting requirements, and the latest updates on the election.

kuwait election update

Stay updated on the latest developments regarding the upcoming Kuwaiti election, offering deeper insights into the dynamic political landscape:

In a recent decree, the initial article mandates the temporary suspension of the provisions outlined in Law No. 120 of 2023, concerning the selection of National Assembly members, until October 1, 2024.

Further details in the second article specify that the election process will be governed by the aforementioned decree-law.

The Public Authority for Civil Information is tasked with updating voter lists and utilizing civil ID card addresses. These updated lists are then swiftly transmitted to the Elections Affairs Department within a two-day timeframe. Once received, the department registers them by district and subsequently publishes them in the Official Gazette within another two-day window.

Should any party wish to contest the department’s decisions, they are allowed to appeal by submitting a request to the police station within 24 hours of the publication. These appeals are expeditiously forwarded to the competent High Court, where a judge appointed by the president will render a final decision within two days.

Subsequent adjustments to the electoral lists are promptly made, with any amendments swiftly published in the Official Gazette within 24 hours.

The Ministry of Interior emphasizes that the Elections Affairs Department will release the voter lists in the Official Gazette (Kuwait Today), facilitating voter review and allowing for objections to be raised as needed.

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Kuwait election date

the Kuwait election date is determined by decree in accordance with the election law. For the upcoming 2024 election, the following table highlights key information:

Aspect	Details
Election Date	Thursday, April 4, 2024
Electoral Districts	Kuwait is divided into 5 electoral districts
Number of Candidates per District	Each electoral district elects 10 candidates
Voting System	Voters can choose only one candidate per district under the single-vote system
Legal Regulation	determination of electoral districts is governed by law, as specified in Article 81 of the Kuwaiti Constitution

sahel electoral registration data check 

Introducing the Sahel Electoral Registration Data Inquiry service, initiated by the Ministry of Interior for the forthcoming 2024 National Assembly elections. This innovative feature enables users to verify their electoral registration status or that of another individual directly through the Sahel mobile application. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

• Download the “Sahel” app from the  “Play Store” or “App Store”.
• Sign in to your account.
• Navigate to the menu icon and choose “Services”.
• Select “Ministry of Interior” from the provided list.
• Locate the option labeled “Electoral Registration Data Inquiry.”
• Tap on it to access and review your electoral registration data status.

sahel electoral data inquiry by number 

The Ministry of Interior has introduced a hotline number, established by the Elections Affairs Administration:

This hotline is available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on election day to assist voters with any inquiries they may have.

who can vote in Kuwait

The qualifications necessary for voting in Kuwait can be subject to variations based on the country’s distinctive electoral laws. Nevertheless, several typical conditions may encompass:

Criteria	Requirements
Citizenship	Only individuals holding Kuwaiti citizenship are entitled to vote.
Age	Eligible voters must be a minimum of 21 years old.
Legal Capacity	Voters must possess full legal capacity.
Criminal Record	Individuals with convictions for specific offenses, such as fraud-related bankruptcy, may face disqualification unless their conviction is legally overturned.
Compliance with Laws	Voters must comply with the constitutional, legal, and Islamic Sharia provisions.
Disqualifications	Those convicted of serious crimes like dishonorable offenses or blasphemy may lose voting rights unless the conviction is overturned. Additionally, members of the armed forces and police may have their voting rights suspended.
Personal Exercise	Each voter must personally exercise their voting rights in their permanent residential electoral district.
Voting Limit	Voters are strictly prohibited from casting more than one vote in any given election.

In essence, the designated Kuwait election date marks a pivotal moment in the country’s democratic evolution, underscoring the importance of citizen engagement and the steadfast commitment to democratic values.