How to Apply for the Qatar Work VISA 2024: Eligibility & Fees

Qatar is the third-largest country in the world with the highest concentration of millionaires, with over 17% of its people currently classified as millionaires. Because of the excellent quality of life and extremely high incomes, working in Qatar is a dream for many skilled foreign workers. It’s also a major opportunity to work in a nation of millionaires, as over 250k Qataris rank among the richest people in the world.

Types of Qatar Visas

If you’re interested in beginning a career in Qatar as a foreigner, you’ll need to get a visa to enter the country. The following list consists of the five main types of visas that foreigners can obtain for Qatar:

1. Gulf Cooperation Council resident visa
2. Work visa for Qatar
3. Tourist visa
4. Family visa
5. Business visa

From these five main categories, you must choose a work visa for Qatar. If you are employed there, you must also apply for a residence permit. In this post, I’ll walk you through the process of applying for a new work visa and residence permit for Qatar.

Required documents to apply for a residency permit and work visa in Qatar are:

Here is the list of documents you will need to submit with your application for a work visa in Qatar:

1. Health insurance plan issued by the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH)
2. Your photos (passport size only)
3. You will be required to visit the Qatar Embassy for your biometric verification.
4. Your medical health fitness certificate
5. Work visa application form issued by the Ministry of Labor
6. Your employment invitation, offer, or appointment letter
7. All of your  educational degrees/transcripts
8. Immigration license documents of your employer in Qatar
9. Your passport with at least 6 months of validity remaining

Do you need IELTS to apply for a Qatar work visa?

The Ministry of Interior in Qatar does not require applicants for work visas to show proof of their English language proficiency; thus, taking the IELTS exam will no longer be necessary to apply for a work visa to Qatar.

Is there an age restriction on applying for a Qatari work visa?

Yes, you must be under 60 years old to apply for a job with the Qatari government. However, if you want to work in the private sector, there is no age restriction, and you can easily get a work visa for Qatar at any age.

How to apply for a Qatar Work VISA?

As a job seeker or an individual who received a job offer from an employer in Qatar, you are not permitted to apply for a work visa directly. Rather, employers must pursue your work visa case before the Ministry of Interior Qatar. The procedure is as follows:

1. You have to apply for jobs in the private or public sector in Qatar.
2. Accept the job offer and give your company the paperwork you need to apply for a work visa or residency permit.
3. Your employer will next file your request for a work visa or residence permit with Qatar’s Ministry of Interior, supplying their trade license in addition to the necessary paperwork for an immigration or representative card.
4. Next, the employer will apply for the work visa of their employee (the application will be in Arabic, so your employer will be able to do so).
5. The Ministry of Labor in Qatar will examine, evaluate, and mark your application for the issuance of a work visa for Qatar after your employer has filed it.
6. Once you have your work visa, you can travel to Qatar. However, you must obtain a residence permit in Qatar within 7 days of arriving. To do this, you must provide your employer with the necessary paperwork so they can submit your application for approval to the Ministry of Labor.

How much money do you need to apply for a work visa in Qatar?

Obtaining a work visa for entry into Qatar costs about QAR 200, and applying to convert your work visa into a residence permit costs another QAR 500. Most of the time, employers cover these costs.

Can you check the status of your work VISA application for Qatar?

Yes, you can track the status of your work visa application for Qatar by visiting MoI website, and entering your passport number or visa application number there to check the status of your work visa application. From there, navigate to Visa Services and select Visa Inquiry & Printing.

Is moving to Qatar a good idea?

With good reason, Qatar has long been regarded as one of the best locations in the Middle East to live and work. Thousands of foreign residents are drawn to the nation every year by its thriving economy. Qatar also provides its foreign residents with a wealth of opportunities. You might think about relocating to Qatar if you want to start a family, advance your career, and find employment.

How much salary do you need to live in Qatar?

A monthly salary of 6,000 QAR will be required in Qatar. Living in Qatar is undoubtedly costly; therefore, at the very least, your wage needs to cover these costs. However, you should give it some thought if your monthly wage is less than 6,000 QAR.

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References: DAAD