Kuwait
Kuwait is on the FATF list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring.
Current status
EU high-risk third countries
Not listed
Current list: Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1675, as last amended by 2026/83
FATF call for action (black list)
Not listed
Current list: FATF statement, June 2026
FATF increased monitoring (grey list)
Listed since 13 February 2026
Added by FATF statement, February 2026
Current list: FATF statement, June 2026
No pending changes for Kuwait.
What the lists mean
FATF increased monitoring
The jurisdiction has committed to an action plan with the FATF. The FATF does not call for enhanced due diligence, but encourages its members to take the information into account in their risk analysis.