The Central Bank of Kuwait announced Open Banking with connection to its Fintech Sandbox established in 2018. A working group with major banks is defining implementation specifications. Use this page as a working reference when you compare banks, products, and regulatory timelines.
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Jurisdiction
Kuwait
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Effective Date
2025
Jan 1, 2025
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Full Compliance
TBD
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Regulator
Central Bank of Kuwait
Overview
The Central Bank of Kuwait announced Open Banking with connection to its Fintech Sandbox established in 2018. A working group with major banks is defining implementation specifications.
Scope & Coverage
AISPIS
Key Requirements
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CBK licensing2
Sandbox participation3
API standardization4
Consumer protectionImplementation Timeline
Jan 1, 2018
Fintech Sandbox established
Jan 1, 2023
Working group with major banks formed
Key Notes
Working group with NBK, KFH and other major banks defining specifications. Expected completion end 2023.
Official Resources
Related Regulations
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