French Embassy assists citizens leaving Kuwait - 50 begin exit

10/03/2026

KUWAIT CITY, March 10: French Ambassador to Kuwait Olivier Gauvin confirmed the departure of a bus from Kuwait as part of the voluntary repatriation operation for French citizens. This is in line with ongoing efforts to assist French nationals, particularly those considered most vulnerable.

Gauvin revealed that about 50 French citizens – identified as priority cases due to humanitarian or other circumstances – were on board the bus. “Most of them were transit passengers who will be able to continue their journey to France by plane,” he added. He said the operation was carried out by the French Embassy in Kuwait in coordination with the Crisis and Support Center at the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs. He stated that the embassy was mobilized from the very beginning of the crisis to support the French citizens in Kuwait.

He disclosed that this support included responding to calls round the clock, providing information and security guidance through the embassy’s website and social media channels, and assisting with individual cases. He affirmed that the embassy remains in constant contact with Kuwaiti authorities and French embassies in the region, with the support of the crisis center. He also mentioned that a meeting of the local security committee was held a few days earlier to monitor developments. He stressed that the safety of French citizens is a top priority, indicating the embassy continues to provide support and assistance to them.

By Fares Ghaleb Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff