Work Visa and Residence Permit
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 730 days
- Processing time
- 2-4 weeks
- Fee
- QAR 700-1,500 total (Entry Visa: QAR 200, Work Permit: QAR 100, Residence Permit: QAR 500, Medical: QAR 100-200, Health Insurance: QAR 200-400)
- Entry
- Single entry
For foreign workers sponsored by Qatari employer. Ministerial Decision No. 32/2025 sets fixed annual work permit fee of QAR 100 for all private-sector employees. Mandatory health insurance required since 2023 (QAR 200-400 per year). Total cost approximately QAR 1,000-1,500 if self-funded, up to QAR 2,000-2,500 with express services.
Eligibility
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Employment
Must have valid employment contract from Qatari employer sponsor
Required status: Valid employment contract from Qatari employer
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Qatar - from companies registered with Ministry of Public Health; Minimum coverage: QAR 200-400 per year
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Police clearance
Validity months: 6
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Academic transcript
Provide academic records for the course, qualification or training route.
Must be notarized: Yes; Must be translated: No
How to apply
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Fee payment
Pay QAR 200 for employment entry visa. Employer usually covers this cost.
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Document submission
Submit passport, employment contract, educational certificates, and police clearance.