Kuwait Customs seizes US $10,000; 1,467 dinars, about half a million Syrian pounds
. . . from passenger for failing to declare cash upon arrival at Kuwait International Airport
Personnel from the General Administration of Customs have arrested a traveler at Kuwait International Airport, Terminal 5, after discovering undeclared cash in his possession.
In a statement, Customs officials said the traveler, who arrived from an Arab country, was found to be carrying undeclared amounts of US $10,000, 1,467 Kuwaiti dinars, and approximately half a million Syrian pounds.
The General Administration of Customs confirmed that all necessary legal measures were taken, and the money in cash has been confiscated and subsequently handed over to the concerned authority along with the traveler to complete the required procedures in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
In this context, Customs reiterated the importance of complying with financial disclosure regulations, which require travelers to declare cash amount exceeding 3,000 Kuwaiti dinars or their equivalent in foreign currencies, in line with Law No. (106) of 2013 on combating money laundering.
The Administration emphasized that adherence to disclosure requirements plays a vital role in protecting the financial system and enhancing transparency.
It warned that failure to declare funds constitutes a clear violation of the law and may subject offenders to legal accountability.
Customs authorities have urged all travelers to comply with approved instructions and procedures to avoid legal consequences and ensure smooth travel through the country’s ports of entry.
