Kuwait2021

Kuwait Data Privacy Protection Regulation

Kuwait DPR

Resolution No. 42/2021 issued by the Communications and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) is Kuwait's primary personal data privacy instrument. Kuwait does not yet have a comprehensive standalone data protection law; instead, Resolution 42/2021 establishes data privacy principles, consent requirements, and a data classification policy for regulated entities. A draft national Personal Data Protection Law has been in legislative review but had not been enacted as of early 2026.

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Key Requirements

Collect and process personal data only with the informed consent of the data subject
Implement the CITRA Data Classification Policy to categorise and protect data by sensitivity level
Adopt technical and administrative safeguards proportionate to the data classification level
Restrict access to personal data to authorised personnel and maintain access logs for audit purposes
Notify CITRA and affected individuals of data breaches that pose a risk of harm
Refrain from transferring personal data to third parties or outside Kuwait without an appropriate legal basis

Applies to

Entities regulated by CITRA in Kuwait, including telecommunications operators, internet service providers, and digital services providers. Broader data privacy principles are referenced in government sector guidance and are expected to be superseded by a comprehensive national law once enacted.

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Related Documents (3)

policy

Kuwait CITRA Data Classification Policy v2.3

The Kuwait CITRA Data Classification Policy v2.3 outlines a methodology for data classification in both the public and private sectors within Kuwait. It aims to define acceptable security protection levels, ensure adherence to best practices, and determine appropriate data handling, transmission, and processing methods to mitigate electronic risks.

data classificationdata securitydata protection

regulation2021

Kuwait Data Privacy Protection Regulation (Resolution 42/2021)

Kuwait's Data Privacy Protection Regulation (Resolution 42/2021) establishes rules for data privacy within the country. Issued by CITRA, the regulation aims to protect personal data and ensure its responsible handling. It applies to both public and private sectors operating within the State of Kuwait and takes effect upon publication.

data protectionprivacy regulationKuwaitCITRA

strategy2020

Kuwait National Cybersecurity Strategy 2017–2020

The Kuwait National Cybersecurity Strategy 2017-2020, issued by CITRA, outlines Kuwait's approach to cybersecurity, acknowledging the increasing cyber risks and threats facing the country. It aims to promote the security of national critical infrastructure and information, reduce cyber risks, and ensure a reliable and secure cyber environment for the government, private sector, and individuals.

cybersecuritycritical infrastructurerisk management

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