Yes, Kuwait law gives an unborn child limited but meaningful legal recognition. Under Article 9, legal personality begins at birth — specifically, when the child is born alive. However, Article 10 extends certain rights to a child still in the womb (the haml al-mustakinn, or conceived but not yet born child), provided the child is ultimately born alive.
Specifically, an unborn child can be the beneficiary of rights that do not require acceptance on their part — most notably inheritance and bequests (gifts). For example, if a relative dies while the mother is pregnant, the expected share of the unborn child can be reserved until birth. If the child is born alive, they receive that share; if not, the reservation lapses.
For expat families in Kuwait, this is relevant in estate planning situations. If you are drafting a will or dealing with an inheritance matter where a pregnancy is involved, ensure that the unborn child's potential share is factored into any interim distribution arrangements. Consulting a Kuwaiti notary or lawyer to document the pregnancy and reserve the appropriate share is strongly recommended.
This is general legal information, not legal advice. For advice on your specific situation, consult a lawyer licensed in Kuwait.