Work · Qatar
Qatar employer-sponsored work visa
Official name: Work Visa on Company Sponsorhip
This visa is for expatriate workers brought to Qatar to work for government bodies, public or semi-government organisations, or private companies and establishments. After entry, the employer arranges the process to obtain a Work Residence Permit.
- Main fee
- QAR 300 per person
- Decision
- Not published yet
- Last checked
- Being checked
Who it's for
Is this for you?
Expatriate workers with an employment contract with an employer bringing them to Qatar.
Requirements
What you need
Employment contract
An employment contract between the worker and employer is required.
Researched just now · being double-checkedSourceAttested qualifications
Attested educational qualification certificates are required to prove the worker's education credentials for the profession.
Researched just now · being double-checkedSourceAttested police clearance
A good conduct certificate issued by the relevant authorities in the expatriate's home country must be attested by the Qatar Embassy there or its representing mission.
Researched just now · being double-checkedSourceMedical test abroad
The worker must pass a medical test outside Qatar under the applicable norms.
Researched just now · being double-checkedSourceResidence permit documents
To obtain a residence or work permit, the worker must submit a passport, a good conduct certificate from the country that issued the passport, and their latest educational certificate in Arabic or translated into Arabic; the guidance also requires document attestation.
Researched just now · being double-checkedSourceResidence medical examination
To complete the residence permit procedure, the worker must take a medical examination.
Researched just now · being double-checkedSourceFingerprints
After the medical examination results are sent to the Criminal Evidences and Information Department, the worker has their fingerprints taken.
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Money and time
Fees and how long it takes
- Work visa feeResearched just now · being double-checkedSourceQAR 300 per person
Step by step
How it works
Get ready
Agree an employment contract
Agree a contract of employment with the employer bringing you to Qatar.
You’ll need: Employment contract
Attest your qualifications
Obtain attested educational certificates proving your credentials for the profession.
You’ll need: Attested educational qualification certificates
Get an attested police clearance
Obtain a good conduct certificate from the relevant authorities in your home country and have it attested by the Qatar Embassy or its representing mission.
You’ll need: Attested good conduct certificate
Pass the medical test abroad
Pass the medical test outside Qatar under the applicable norms.
Visa
Receive your temporary visa
After you and your employer agree the employment contract, your employer sends you a temporary visa.
You’ll need: Temporary visa
Prepare your residence documents
Prepare your passport, good conduct certificate and latest educational certificate in Arabic or translated into Arabic, with the attestations required by the guidance.
You’ll need: Passport, Good conduct certificate, Latest educational certificate
Travel
Enter Qatar
Enter Qatar on the temporary visa arranged by your employer.
You’ll need: Temporary visa, Passport
Settle in
Complete the residence checks
Take the medical examination for the residence permit and then have your fingerprints taken.
Obtain your Work Residence Permit
Your employer handles the paperwork to convert the temporary visa into a Work Residence Permit.
After this
Where it leads
A Work Residence Permit after entry, subject to completing the residence permit process.
Questions
In short
Who is the Qatar employer-sponsored work visa for?
Expatriate workers with an employment contract with an employer bringing them to Qatar.
What do I need for the Qatar employer-sponsored work visa?
Employment contract; Attested qualifications; Attested police clearance; Medical test abroad; Residence permit documents; Residence medical examination; Fingerprints.
How much does the Qatar employer-sponsored work visa cost?
Work visa fee: QAR 300 per person.
What can the Qatar employer-sponsored work visa lead to?
A Work Residence Permit after entry, subject to completing the residence permit process.
How we know
Sources
- portal.www.gov.qa/wps/wcm/connect/Hukoomi%2BWeb%2BContent/Hukoomi/Top…Official
- Request Rejectedportal.moi.gov.qaOfficial
- portal.www.gov.qa/wps/wcm/connect/hukoomi%2Bweb%2Bcontent/hukoomi/top…Official
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Qatar
Other ways to move
Qatar Education Residence Visa
This visa is for people with a place at an approved educational institution who wish to stay in Qatar during their course. The Ministry of Interior makes it available through its Expatriates Affairs and Unified Services Centres.
- Fee
- QAR 0 per person
- Decision
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Qatar company-sponsored work visa
This entry visa is for expatriate workers brought to Qatar to work for a government body, public or semi-government organisation, or private company or establishment. The Ministry of Interior lists a QAR 300 visa fee.
- Fee
- QAR 300 per person
- Decision
- —
Qatar Permanent Residency Permit
This route allows eligible non-Qataris to apply for permanent residence in Qatar. The Ministry of Interior accepts applications from people who meet the conditions and from categories exempted under the law.
- Fee
- QAR 3,000 once
- Decision
- —
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