The Family Court of Appeals in Kuwait has revoked a mother’s custody of her two children, transferring guardianship to their father due to concerns over her frequent absences while traveling for tourism. The decision, issued on June 24, came after the court determined that the mother's repeated departures left the children in the care of others, which compromised their welfare.

The court found that the mother failed to meet both the legal and practical standards expected of a custodian. It emphasized that custody encompasses more than providing a residence; it also requires continuous care, proper supervision, and emotional support critical for the children's psychological and social development.

Attorney Houra Al-Habib, representing the father, argued that the mother’s pattern of frequent travel resulted in the children missing significant amounts of school without valid excuse, highlighting a neglect of her custodial duties. Al-Habib maintained that these conditions negatively affected the children's stability, educational progress, and overall well-being, rendering the mother unfit to maintain custody.

In its judgment, the court noted that no evidence was presented contesting the father’s fitness to assume custody, and no eligible female relatives had petitioned for custody rights. This absence of competing claims further supported the transfer of custody to the father.

The ruling underscores the court’s prioritization of the children’s best interests, considering factors such as consistent caregiving and the provision of a stable environment essential to their development.