Visas & residence permits
Work, family, and visit visas before you relocate to Qatar
Step-by-step
Step 1
Request to join the Labour market
Residents who reside in Qatar under residencies that are not work-related can apply to join the Labour market and change the type of residency through the Ministry of Labour website.
Tip: Visit the Ministry of Labour website (https://www.mol.gov.qa/En/services/Pages/ServiceDetails.aspx?itemid=106) for more information.
Step 2
Apply for work visa issuance through Metrash
Users can apply for work visa issuance and renew their residence permit easily through the Metrash app without visiting the MOI.
Tip: Download the Metrash app and follow the instructions to apply for a work visa.
Step 3
Apply for entry permits (visit visas)
First-degree relatives can apply for entry permits (visit visas) which are granted for one month and extendable for five months.
Tip: Contact the MOI at 2351378, 2351475, or 2351345, or email aimmig@moi.gov.qa for more information.
Common questions
Residents can apply to join the Labour market and change the type of residency through the Ministry of Labour website, and then apply for a work visa issuance through the Metrash app.
Typical costs
The cost of a work visa in Qatar varies depending on the type of visa and the duration of stay. A visit visa costs QR 100.
Typical timeline
The processing time for a work visa in Qatar is typically 1-3 days, while a visit visa is typically processed within 1-2 days.