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Qatar Family Visit Visa Requirements & How To Apply (2024)

Doha Guides Team regularly reviews this article to ensure the content is up-to-date and accurate. The last editorial review and update were on 11 March 2024.

What is Qatar Family Visit Visa?

Qatar Family Visit Visa is a type of short-term visa that enables expatriate residents to bring their spouse, children, father, mother, or other relatives of the first and second degrees to Qatar for a short visit. The visa is issued for one month and can be extended for another five months (in some cases).

This article explains the requirements, documents, application process, visa cost, and other details of the Qatar Family Visit Visa.

Please Note: This is a short-term visa for visiting purposes only. Foreign employees who wish to sponsor their families to live long-term in Qatar should refer to the Family Residence Visa Procedure .

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MARCH 2024 STATUS

Currently, the Family Visit Visa also requires CEID verification for adults. This stage comes after the visa number is issued. The application status on Metrash will be “Under Process” with the visa number. On average this is taking 1-2 weeks. Since September, Family Visit Visa applications are being accepted for visitors aged 60 and above . Many recent applicants have already received their visa numbers. Additionally, visit visa extensions of up to 6 months are permitted for spouses and children. Since the first week of October 2023, there has been a delay in approvals for adults . Some applications are taking 3-4 weeks. Applications for family visit visas can be submitted online using the Metrash app. The new Immigration office at Al Duhail is now allowing entry for expatriates who want to make changes to their Visit Visa or Family RP applications or resubmit documents. You can park your car in the basement and proceed to the first floor.

04 December 2023 Update

The Ministry of Interior has clarified the eligibility criteria for Family Visit Visa as follows: 1. Applicant should have a minimum salary of QR 5000 . 2. The profession should be a non-labour category . 3 The applicant should have family accommodation duly accredited by relevant authorities. 4. The visitor must have health insurance . 5. The visitor must be a relative of the applying resident within the allowed degrees of relation.

Please note that the information provided above is not based on any official announcement but rather on the recent experiences of applicants who visited MOI Centers. Individual outcomes may vary depending on various factors.

Health Insurance For Family Visit Visa

Health insurance is now mandatory for a Family Visit Visa. Once your visa is approved, you will receive an SMS with a link to purchase the health insurance online.

Applicants can buy health insurance for QAR 50 per month from any of the registered insurance companies listed on the MOPH website. More details about visitors’ insurance are available here .

Attestation For Marriage Certificate

Until recently, most visit visa applications for spouses were approved without an attested marriage certificate. However, nowadays attestation is compulsory for marriage certificates .

For a Family Visit Visa, attestation is not mandatory for children’s birth certificates . It is mandatory for a Family Residence Visa.

Expatriate residents in Qatar can apply for a family visit visa subject to meeting minimum salary and professional requirements .

Minimum Salary For Family Visit Visa in Qatar

The minimum salary required to apply for a Family Visit Visa in Qatar for spouses and children is QR 5,000 per month.

A minimum monthly salary of QR 10,000 is required to apply for Family Visit Visas for other relatives.

Profession Requirement for Family Visit Visa in Qatar

Most expatriates with the required minimum salary are eligible to apply for a family visit visa. However, some applications may be rejected if the applicant’s profession on Qatar ID is labour-type.

Even if an application is rejected due to an ineligible profession, the Captain at the MOI Service Center has the power to change the decision.

Family Members That Can Be Hosted

First Degree: Wife, Children, Father, Mother
Second Degree: Brother, Sister, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandchildren
Third Degree: Children of brother or sister, Paternal uncle or aunt (brother or sister of father), Maternal uncle or aunt (Brother or sister of mother)

If applying for a visit visa for wife and children

While applying through Metrash, the following documents should be uploaded:

Visitor’s passport copy (minimum validity of 6 months)
Proof of relationship (Wife: Marriage Certificate / Children: Birth Certificate)
Round-trip flight tickets

Employment details are not required when applying through the Metrash app, as currently labour contracts are linked with the Metrash system.

If applying for a visit visa for other relatives

Only married expatriates with family in Qatar can apply to sponsor other relatives.

Proof of relationship (Birth Certificate, Passport, etc.)

Qatar Family Visit Visa fee is QAR 200 for 30 days . The entry visa can be extended by paying QAR 200 per month.

Medical check-up: A medical check-up for a visa extension costs QAR 100.
Fine for overstaying: The fine for overstaying beyond the allowed period is QR 200 per day.

Qatar Family Visit Visas are initially issued for one month (30 days) . After the visitor enters Qatar and undergoes a medical test, the visa can be further extended for another five months for spouses and children (total 180 days) and two more months for other relatives (total 90 days).

Health insurance needs to be taken for the additional period.

As the rules may change from time to time, an extension beyond 90 90-day stay is not guaranteed. If you are planning to extend for 5 more months (after one month) please confirm with the Immigration Department before purchasing additional insurance.

Number of Days To Enter Qatar After Visa Approval

Once the visa is approved, it will have the “visa valid till” date printed on the top. This is the last date for entry to Qatar (not the last date of stay in Qatar). Currently, it is 90 days from the date of visa approval . Visitors cannot use this visa after this date.

Traditionally, applying for a family visit visa was to visit any Ministry of Interior (MoI) Service Centre and submit copies of the documents along with the printed application form.

In 2018, Qatar introduced an online system where residents can apply for family visit visas through the Metrash2 mobile.

Through this service, you can upload all the required documents in the specified fields. You can also track the application status and pay the fees electronically once approved.

Below are the steps to apply for a Qatar Family Visit Visa using the Metrash mobile app.

Step 1. Open the Metrash2 app on your mobile and log in

If you haven’t registered for Metrash2, see our comprehensive Metrash2 User Guide .

Step 2. Click on the “Visa” icon

Step 3. Click on the “Issue Visa” icon

Step 4. Click on the “Family Visit” icon

Step 5. Select “Family Visa Application”

Make sure to select “Family Visa Application”, not “Family Resident Application”.

Step 6. Click on “New Application”

Family Visit Visa Metrash New Application Button

Step 7. Fill up the details of the visitor

The details to fill up include Gender, Relation, Nationality, Date of Birth, Passport Details etc.

Family Visit Visa Application Page on Metrash

Step 8. Click on the “Validate” button

Qatar Family Visit Visa Metrash Validate Button

Step 9. Upload the required photos or scans of the documents

Document scans/photos must be clear and readable .
For documents with multiple pages, you must combine both photos/scans to create one JPG file .
When uploading passports, photo and bio pages should be on the same side.
For “Marriage Certificate (Others)”, you can upload the attested backside of the marriage certificate.
Often a birth certificate is asked to prove your relationship with the visitor. If this is unavailable, you can also use any other document proving the relationship.

Step 10. You will receive an update after a few days

If there are any missing or mismatched documents, you will be notified to make the required changes. After verifying and approving the application, you will receive an application number.

The application status will change to “Under Process”, “Under Review” and again to “Under Process” before getting approved.

Step 11. Pay the required fee

Once the visa is approved, you have to pay the visa fee (QR 200) online via Metrash. To make the payment, go to the “Visa Fees Payment” icon on the “Visa Operation” page.

Step 12. Buy health insurance

From April 2023, health insurance needs to be taken after the visit visa is approved (not during application).

Once your visa is approved, you will receive a message to buy the insurance. While buying the insurance, enter the visa number and it will be updated in the Metrash system. The visa can be printed only after insurance has been purchased.

After this, you can download the visa copy and send it to the visitor for travel.

You can see the status on your Metrash app itself.

Check Family Visit Visa Status on Metrash

You can also check the family visit visa status on the Ministry of Interior website under Inquiries >> Visa Services >> Visa Approval Tracking ( link ).

Enter the application number and application date or sponsor’s QID number. Make sure all the required details are filled in correctly, and you’ll be able to check your visa status.

The Ministry of Interior (MOI) no longer entertains offline applications for family visit visas. You are required to apply via the Metrash mobile app.

There may be several reasons why your family visit visa application is rejected. Often it is due to submitting wrong or insufficient documents.

If the document photo is not clear or not attested (in the case of a marriage certificate), you can do the attestation and resubmit again. However, it is imperative to understand the reason and fix it before applying again.

Applications can also be rejected if the applicant (a Qatar resident) does not comply with the required conditions (salary or profession). If the application is rejected due to the applicant not meeting the salary requirement, it would be difficult to get approved again.

However, in case of rejection due to profession, you can try to meet the Captain at the Immigration Office in Duhail , and request for reconsideration. Sometimes he would approve if the profession is acceptable.

If your application is still under review or process, you can cancel it by clicking on the right arrow on the status page. If this option is not available, you will have to visit any MOI Service Center.

Passport (minimum validity of 6 months)
Visa printout
Two-way flight tickets
Health insurance

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As the initial visa is issued for one month only, the sponsor has to extend it within the first month to avoid any penalties.

Relatives wishing to stay beyond one month must undergo a medical test within a few days. Here is the detailed process of the medical test for a visit visa extension .

Once the medical examination is passed, the visit visa can be extended online using the Metrash mobile app (Visa –> Visa Services –> Extend Visa) or by visiting any MOI service centre.

If the return ticket is after 30 days, some airlines may not allow visitors to board the flight since the initial visa is only for 30 days. So make sure to book a flight ticket that can be modified with a minimum change fee. In this way, once the visitor reaches Qatar, the ticket dates can be modified.

As this is an online visa, some airlines may require an “OK to Board” status in their system before departure. You can get this status by showing the visa copy to the airline’s Doha office.

“Null” Status on Visit Visa Application Receipt

Some of our readers have raised concerns that the receipt they received after application submission shows “null” in most fields.

Please note that this is normal for all applicants. This document is only an acknowledgement that they received your application. Your application details will be in the system.

Visit Visa Application “Under Process” and “Under Review” Status

Applicants often get confused about changes to their visit visa application status. It is normal that each visit visa application moves through “Under Process” and “Under Review” statuses multiple times before approval.

If your application status changes between these two, you do not have to do anything. In most cases, the application will be approved within days of a status change.

Qatar Family Visit Visa Approval Time

As of 2024, the average approval time for a Family Visit Visa is 1-4 weeks. Please note that applications are processed in batches and may not be on a first-come first-serve basis.

Here is a video explaining the Family Visit Visa application process:

You can also watch the same video with Malayalam and Hindi audio. Please subscribe to the Doha Guides YouTube channel for more videos.

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What is the salary requirement for a family visit visa in Qatar?

To apply for a family visit visa for your spouse and children, a minimum salary of QR 5,000 is required; for other relatives, a minimum salary of QR 10,000 is required.

What is the cost of a family visit visa in Qatar?

A Qatar family visit visa costs QAR 200 (USD 55) per month.

How can I apply for a family visit visa in Qatar via Metrash?

You can apply for a family visit visa online by filling in the visitor details and uploading document scans or photos. Step-by-step instructions can be found on this page.

How can I extend my Qatar family visit visa?

You can extend the one-month visit visa after a medical check-up. There is a renewal fee of QAR 200 per month for each additional month.

Can I convert my family visit visa to a residence visa in Qatar?

Yes, if you are eligible to sponsor your spouse and children, you can convert your family visit visa to a residence visa.

Is Qatar Family Visit Visa multiple entry?

No, the Qatar Family Visit Visa is a single-entry visa.

I cannot find the option to upload health insurance in Metrash. What to do?

From April 2023, health insurance need not be uploaded on Metrash. You have to buy the insurance after the visa has been approved. While buying insurance, add your visa number and it will be automatically updated in the system.

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Aneesh, the Founder & Editor of DG Pixels, holds a Master’s Degree in Communication & Journalism, and has two decades of experience living in the Middle East. Since 2014, he and his team have been sharing helpful content on travel, visa rules, and expatriate affairs.

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MoI Announces Revised Regulations for Family Visit, Residence Visas

Doha, December 03 (QNA) - The Ministry of Interior (MoI) announced Sunday revised regulations and procedures on bringing residents' families to either visit or reside in the country, a move aiming at simplifying their entry and elevating the quality of services in line with the State's strategies.

In a statement, the MoI said the amended regulations would link the residents' families' entry with the provisions of the employees' e-contracts concerning salary and accommodation. For government and semi-government sector, employees must secure family accommodation through their employer or maintain a salary not less than QR 10,000, verified by an employment contract.

Regarding private sector employees, the procedures stated that they must hold a technical or specialized occupation, with a salary not less than QR 10,000, or QR 6,000 along with family housing verified in the employment contract.

Children within the mandatory education age bracket (6-18 years old) must be enrolled in licensed schools in the country or submit proof of their education enrollment outside the country through the educational platform supervised by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education. This requirement is mandatory for them receive or renew the residence permit.

For family visits, the sponsoring resident must have a profession not in the labor sectors, with a salary not less than QR 5,000 and family housing verified by the relevant authorities. The General Directorate of Passports offers all its services through the Metrash2 app and the MoI's official website, according to the statement. (QNA)

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The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has revised certain regulations and procedures to streamline and simplify the entry process for residents’ families intending to visit or reside in the country.

This initiative aims to elevate the quality of services in alignment with the state’s overarching approach.

Under the updated procedures, sponsoring families is subject upon the provisions in the employee’s electronic work contract concerning salary and accommodation.

Government and semi-government sector employees must secure family housing through their employer or maintain a salary not less than QR10,000, verified by an employment contract.

For private sector employees, the profession should belong to technical or specialized fields (non-labour), with a salary not less than QR10,000, or QR6,000 along with family housing verified in the employment contract.

Moreover, in family sponsorship cases, children should not exceed 25 years of age, and daughters must be unmarried.

It is also mandatory to provide health insurance covering the entire duration of their stay, effective from their date of entry into the country.

Additionally, children within the mandatory education age bracket (6-18 years old) must be enrolled in licensed schools within the country or provide evidence of their education enrollment outside the country through the educational platform supervised by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education.

This requirement is essential during the issuance or renewal of the residence permit.

Regarding family visits, the sponsoring resident’s profession must belong to non-labour sectors, with a salary not less than QR5,000. They should have family housing accredited by the relevant authorities. The visitor should be a relative within the permissible degrees of relation to the sponsoring resident, with no specific age restriction; however, it is mandatory to have health insurance covering the visitor’s period of stay in Qatar. These updated procedures and regulations are now in effect.

To ensure public convenience and ease, the General Directorate of Passports offers all its services electronically through the Metrash2 app and the Ministry of Interior’s official website.

MoI explains requirements for family visit visas

The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has explained the requirements for getting visit visas for family members. These include having a minimum salary of QR5,000 to apply for visit visas for spouse and children and QR10,000 for other family members/relatives, such as parents, siblings and spouse's relatives.

This came at a virtual awareness seminar organised by the Unified Services Department (USD) and Humanitarian Services Office, in co-operation with the Public Relations Department at the MoI, on Thursday.

Lt-Col Dr Saad Owaida al-Ahbabi, head of the Service Offices Section at the USD, spoke about the MoI service centres in different parts of the country and explained the services they provide to the public, including citizens and residents.

Capt Abdullah Saeed al-Abdullah, officer at the Humanitarian Services Office, explained the functions of the Office and the humanitarian services it provides in co-ordination with a number of relevant institutions in the country under a single window.

Captain Mohamed Ali al-Rashid from the USD spoke in detail about the procedures to avail of the grace period for legalising the status of expatriates who have violated the residency law. The grace period started on October 10 and continues until December 31.

The visit visa requirements were explained by Lt-Col al-Ahbabi.

Applications for visit visas for spouse/children could be submitted through Metrash2 and require the following: the visit visa application form, no-objection letter from the employer, photocopy of the company card, copy of the passport of the visitor(s), copy of the applicant's ID card, health insurance, round-trip tickets, proof of relationship (wife - notarised marriage certificate/children - birth certificate) and work contract notarised by the Ministry of Labour. Also, the applicant needs a minimum salary of QR 5,000.

Visit visa applications for other family members, such as parents, siblings and spouse's relatives, could also be done through Metrash2 and require the following documents: the visit visa application form, no-objection letter from the employer, copy of the company card, copy of the passport of the visitor(s), copy of the applicant's ID card, copy of the wife's residency card (if she is a resident) and proof of relationship. The applicant needs to have the minimum salary of QR10,000.

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Family Visit Visa Qatar Guide 2024: Everything You Need to Know

What is family visit visa qatar.

Qatar offers sponsor visas to family members of expatriates on an immediate basis. In this Family Visit Visa Qatar guide, an expatriate can invite his family including his wife, kids, or even infants for a long-term stay in Qatar. Remember that, Every family member should have an individual residence visa to arrive and stay in Qatar.

Getting a Family Visa in Qatar is quite easy, expatriates just need to meet criteria such as having an eligible profession , accommodation, and at least a minimum salary for a family visa in Qatar of QR 15000. Furthermore, applicants need to provide some documents like a birth certificate, attested marriage certificate, education documents, and bank statements as well. Let’s dig in more about how to get a family visit visa for Qatar.

Family Visa Updates:

Family Visit Visa Qatar Requirements

You just need to follow a few easy steps to get visa Qatar family residence visa. It will be quite simple and easy for you because you already have been through the visa procedure and that’s why you are here in Qatar right now. Alright, the First thing you need is your valid residence permit. A professional on Qatar ID should be Specialised(non-labor) or technical of the applicant for Family Visit Visa Qatar. Sometimes, those who are doing odd jobs are not eligible to invite their family like delivery boys, drivers, etc.

The current age limit for issuing a family visit visa is 60 years, and the Metrash system does not accept applications for visitors above this age limit, however, eligibility can be checked in such cases.

Qatar Family Visa Requirements

Prepare your supporting documents for family visa requirements in Qatar. Some documents need attestation from the Qatar Embassy, as well as from Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. You can also get help from private companies for translation and attestation work. We are listing down the required documents:

Attested Birth Certificates Children
Attested Passport of Spouse and Children ( Front & Back Pages)
Attested Marriage Certificate
Attested Educational Documents
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer stating your position and salary.
Stamped Bank Statement for the last six months to prove your salary credit

Note that: Visit the official MOI site for confirmation of the Family Visa Requirements in Qatar.

Health Insurance

Starting February 1, 2023, all visitors to Qatar are required to have health insurance, which can be purchased from any of the registered insurance companies listed on the MOPH website for QAR 50 per month

Qatar Family Visit Visa Salary Requirement

Salary requirement is the major part of a family visit visa in Qatar for family members to ensure that applicant can easily support his/her family. Earlier, a Salary with a minimum of QR 10,000 was eligible to invite their families, or QR 7,000 had free accommodation by the employer but now the salary limit has been increased, and the minimum salary for a family visa in Qatar is QR 15000. Still few expatriates are getting family visas at QAR 10000 Salary.

Qatar Family Visit Visa Housing Requirement

To sponsor a family visit visa in Qatar, you should have an attested tenancy contract required by the municipality if you have rented a home or apartment. Use Metrash mobile application to get an exemption.

In other cases, If you have free accommodation from your employer then you need to provide a proper contract that specifies the free accommodation for your family will be provided along with the salary.

Family Visit Visa Qatar Procedure

Everything is available online. Before applying for a family visa in Qatar, you should do some research. There are a few companies that bear the visa fee of your family but most companies do not give such privileges it is better to ask your employer so that you can save some pennies.

Following are a few steps for Qatar Family Visa Residence Permit:

Apply for Family Entry Visa Online or physically
Family Members enter Qatar on entry visas
Undergo the Medical Test
Undergo the Fingerprints Process

Apply for Family Residence Permit Card

Let’s discuss these steps one by one:

Apply for Family Visit Visa Qatar Online or Directly

There are two ways to get a Family Visit Visa Qatar. First, You can apply directly for a family residence visa by providing all the required documents to get the visa approved. Rest, Further formalities can be cleared after reaching Qatar.

Another Step to getting a family residence visa is you can apply for a family visit visa Qatar and then can change into a family residence visa by paying an additional QR 500. You will need the same documents as you provided for the visit visa.

Most importantly, Those who are working in private companies are required to provide six months’ bank statement.

Apply for Family Visit Visa through Metrash

Here you need to prove your relationship with your relatives and for that, you need to prepare the following documents if you are planning to come to Qatar on a Family visa. Here is the list when applying through Metrash2 application

Spouse Passport and Children’s passport if any.
Attested Children Birth Certificate
Salary Bank Statement for the last six months including Bank Stamp on it.
Your Attested Education Certificates
NOC ( No Objection Certificate) from the employer including your position and salary.

Documents like Marriage Certificate, Birth Certificate are not in Arabic or English then you need to translate these documents in english or arabic For Attestation, Visit Qatar Embassy and Qatar Ministry of Affairs in your country. Some Agents or private companies also assist you with this regard. Note that you can only upload one page in other documents, If you NOC or translated documents are more than one page then you need to merge into one page and make sure that documents should be readable.

* NOC and Translated documents will be uploaded in the “Other Document” placeholder

Here, Explaining every step with the help of images for better understanding:

After the Submission of the documents, you will get an update after a few days.

Apply Family Visit Visa Qatar through MOI

It is a long list of documents if you are applying directly through the Ministry of Interior (MOI) than online ( Metrash2 Mobile Application. Download the application form and complete it. Following is the required list:

Salary Bank Statement for last six months including Bank Stamp on it.
Copy of your passport (Front & Back Page)
Copy of Qatar ID ( Front & Back Page)
Copy of Employer’s Qatar ID.
Attested copy of the Tenancy Contract by Municipality stating that accommodation will be provided.

After submitting all the documents, you can view your Qatar family residence visa status. Pay QR 200 visa Metrash or by visiting the immigration office if your visa gets approved. Download your visa by visiting MOI QATAR under Visa Services .

You can see the reason on the top of the page if your family visa gets rejected for Qatar.

Apply Family Visit Visa Qatar Directly

To apply for a family visa in Qatar, You will need to visit a Qatar Visa Service Center in person to submit your application. You can download the Qatar family residence visa application form from this link and need to gather all the mentioned above documents. This form will be available in both English & Arabic Language.

Application form for Family Visit Visa Qatar

Location of Immigration Department

The immigration department in Qatar is called the “General Directorate of Passports” which is possible for managing the entry and exit of travelers, issuing residency permits, and managing other immigration-related matters.

There are multiple immigration offices in different parts of Qatar for Family Visa in Qatar. There is an immigration office at Hamad International Airport and another one is Al Gharrafa Immigration Department, Doha. It is recommended to reach between 6 am to 9 am for Family Visit Visa Qatar.

Once you reach the immigration office for your Qatar family visa residence, get a token number from reception and wait for your turn. Provide them with all the supporting documents for your visa on your turn and wait for a few days to get notified.

Immigiration Office Timings

What to do if Family Visit Visa for Qatar Get Rejected?

Sometimes your Family Visit Visa Qatar may get rejected whether you meet their criteria. What steps would you need to take to appeal or re-apply for the visa? You need to follow below steps:

Review the Rejection Reasons: You can ask the immigration department for the reason why your family visit visa was rejected. This will help you to understand and improve the rejection reason for the next attempt.
Reapply for your Visa: If you believe that your visa application was rejected unfairly, you can file an appeal with the immigration department. Make sure to provide all the supporting documents and evidence including a cover letter why last time your visa application was rejected and now how you addressed the issues.
Seek Legal Assistance: If you are having difficulty navigating the visa application process, you may seek assistance from any official lawyer or any immigration consultant who is familiar with the laws and regulations in Qatar.
Get a Meeting date: Once you solve the problems, get an appointment date. They will ask general questions like your qualifications and about your work profession. Bring all the original documents with you on meeting day. You will get a Qatar family visa within two days if the application gets clear.

Remember: Always follow the rules and regulations of the immigration department when applying for a Family Visit Visa Qatar.

What is an Entry Visa for Family Members?

An entry visa for family members in Qatar is a temporary visa that allows the family members( such as spouses, children, and parents) of residents and citizens in Qatar to enter and stay in the country for a specific period of time.

Family members can travel to Qatar within 90 days of visa approval. The last date of entry will be given on the visa. An entry visa is valid for 30 days only once you enter Qatar from the entry date.

You also need to provide medical tests and fingerprints. Let’s explore further:

Undergo a Medical Test for Qatar Residence Visa

If you are planning to obtain a residence visa in Qatar, you may need to undergo a medical test as part of the visa application process. The medical test is aimed to ensure that you are healthy and not harmful to the local community.

The medical test typically includes a blood test, chest X-ray, and a medical examination by a licensed physician. The tests are designed to detect diseases such as tuberculosis, hepatitis, and HIV as well as other medical conditions that could affect public health.

List of Documents for Medical Test

General medical test documents are required for a residence visa. Sometimes it depends on the circumstances of the visa and medical test center. However, the following documents are usually required:

Passport: Original passport as well as a copy of the front and back page of the passport.
Visa Application: A copy of your Qatar Visa Application or Residency permit application.
Photograph: Two passport-size pictures.
Medical History: A brief history of your previous medical report.
Payment: Medical Fees may vary depending on the type of test and medical center. You have to pay it.

Medical test is conducted by the medical commission department and is located at Al Muntazah Street, off the E-Ring Road. Their working hours are from Sunday to Thursday, 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Medical Test Fee For Family Residence Visa

The cost of the medical test in Qatar is QR 100 per person. Children are exempted from taking the test but their passport and visa copies must be presented to the Medical Commission. A payment of QR 100 is required to register them as healthy in the system

It is recommended that contact the medical center before going there because requirements vary according to medal test centers.

Must inform the immigration department if you convert your visit visa into residencey visa.

How to Check Family Visit Visa Medical Test Reports

To check the medical test reports for a family visit visa in Qatar, follow these steps:

Visit the official website of the Qatar Government’s Ministry of Public Health (MPOH) at https://eservices.moph.gov.qa/ .
Click on “Health E Transactions” and select “Inquiries” from the drop-down menu.
Choose “Visa Medical Report” and enter the QID number of the person for whom you are to check the report.
Enter the CAPTCHA code and click on “Search”
Preview your medical report now.

You may also check your medical test report from Metrash mobile app after 2-3 days of the medical test.

If you are unable to access the report online, you can also visit the Medical Commission office in person to obtain a copy of the report. It is important to note that medical reports are only valid for a limited time, maybe for 3 months. So make sure to check the expiration date.

Undergo the Fingerprinting Process for Family Visit Visa Qatar

Once, you have done the Medical test. You are supposed to provide fingerprints digitally to the Ministry of Interior. You need to follow these steps:

Prepare all the required documents such as Sponsor’s Passport and Qatar ID copy, Blood Group report, and two passport-size pictures with blue backgrounds.
Book an appointment with the Qatar Visa Center (QVC).
Visit them on appointment day.
Provide your biometric information and fingerprints which will be scanned electronically.
Proofread your information, If it is accurate proceed next.
Pay the fingerprint fee, if applicable.
QVC will forward your biometric information to the Qatar authorities for processing.

You should have a Blood-type / Blood Group Certificate for residence permit from local clinic. It will cost you around QR 30 to 50.

CEID collects fingerprints for all Qatar residents. Get the fingerprint application from CEID and keep the receipt after the session for future purposes. CEID headquarters is located after the Industrial area flyover on Salwa road

To apply for a family residence Permit Card in Qatar, you will need to follow these steps:

Fill out the application form
Copy of your passport and family member’s passport.
Copy of your Qatar ID card and your family member’s Qatar ID cards if applicable
Proof of your relationship with family such as marriage certificate, birth certificates, etc
Copy of your employment Contract and salary certificate
Proof of accommodation.
Medical Certificate for each family member.
Police Clearance Certificate for each member over the age of 18
Submit your application: you can submit your application and supporting documents to the Ministry of Interior’s General Directorate of Passports and Expatriates Affairs. You can also apply online or physically in any of the ministry service centers.
Pay the Fees: You will need to pay the application fee. This depends on the number of applicants.
Waiting for the Approval: Your Application will be reviewed by the authorities and you will be notified about the decision. This may take weeks or months.
Collect your residence permit: If your application is approved, you will need to collect your residence permit card from the Ministry of Interior’s service center.

Fee for Residence Permit card

See the below table for the residence permit card fee:

FAQ’s

A: Must be 25 years old, no age restriction for daughter as long as they are not married.

A: The acknowledgment receipt with the “NULL” field is normal and confirms receipt of the application, with the application details stored in the system.

A: Visa officer keeps updating your status and there is no need to worry. You will get your visa within a few days of a change in status.

A: You can renew the residence permit for your family by using metrash2 Application

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Dreaming of bringing your family to Qatar? Whether for a short visit or a permanent move, Qatar offers two visa options to cater to your needs: the Family Visit Visa and the Family Residence Visa.

Understanding the difference between these two visas is crucial for ensuring a great experience for you and your loved ones. This guide will help you choose the perfect Qatar family visa option for your family’s adventure in this stunning country.

Family Visit Visa Qatar

The Family Visit Visa in Qatar is a temporary visa that allows individuals to visit their family members residing in Qatar for a specified period. It enables family reunions and temporary stays for relatives such as parents, spouses, children, and siblings, whether it’s for holidays, celebrations, or other family-related activities.

How to Apply for a Family Visit Visa in Qatar?

You can apply for a family visit visa in Qatar by two methods: online and offline.

1- Offline Method:

Visit the Ministry of Interior (MOI) Service Center: Locate the nearest MOI service center offering visa processing services.
Obtain a Virtual Number: Upon arrival at the service center, approach the reception area and request a virtual number for your application.
Submit Your Application: Once your number is called, approach the designated counter and present all your original documents (yours and your family members’) to the officer.
Interview and Fee Payment: The officer will conduct a brief interview to verify the purpose of the visit. They might also inform you if any additional documents are needed or if there are any fees associated with the application.
Receive a Receipt: If your application is accepted for processing, you’ll receive a receipt with a reference number. Use this number to track the application status. You may need to visit in person or contact them via phone or email for updates.

2- Online Method:

Download and Install the Metrash2 App Search for “Metrash2” on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Download and install the app on your smartphone or tablet.
Register or Login (if you have an existing account) If you’re a new user, launch the app and choose “New User Registration.” Follow the on-screen instructions to create an account. If you already have a Metrash2 account, simply log in using your existing credentials.

Review and Submit Application Carefully review all entered information and uploaded documents for accuracy. Once everything is correct, submit the application electronically.
Fee Payment (if applicable) The app might prompt you for any associated visa application fees. You can usually pay using a debit or credit card linked to your account.
Track Application Status Metrash2 will provide a reference number for your application. Use this number to track the status of your family member’s visa application within the app.

Family Visit Visa Qatar Requirements

To sponsor a Family Visit Visa in Qatar for a close relative (spouse, children, or parents in some cases), you’ll need to meet specific requirements and provide certain documents.

Valid Qatar ID: Your residency permit must be current and active.
Proof of Residence: This could be a rental agreement, utility bill, or other documents demonstrating your residency in Qatar.
No Objection Certificate (NOC): Obtain this original document from your employer. It should state your position, salary, and approval for sponsoring the family visit visa.

For Your Family Member:

Valid Passport: The passport needs to be valid for at least six months beyond their intended stay in Qatar.
Proof of Relationship: Depending on the family member, this could be a marriage certificate (spouse), birth certificate (child), or other documents approved by the Ministry of Interior (MOI).

Minimum Salary for Family Visit Visa in Qatar: The minimum salary requirement for a family visit visa in Qatar is QAR 15,000. Family Visit Visa Qatar Age Limit: There is no age limit for applying for a Family Visit Visa in Qatar, As long as the applicant is a close relative of the Qatari resident sponsoring the visa (parent, sibling, child, spouse, or parent-in-law), they can apply regardless of age.

Family Visit Visa Qatar Health Insurance

Health insurance provides several benefits for holders of Family Visit Visas in Qatar .

Coverage Period: The insurance must cover the entirety of the visitor’s stay in Qatar.
Benefits:
Emergency medical care
Ambulance services
inpatient hospitalization
Repatriation (emergency evacuation back to home country if medically necessary)
COVID-19 coverage as well.

Family Visit Visa Qatar Extension

You can extend a Family Visit Visa in Qatar, but doing so typically involves a process that must be initiated before the visa expires. To extend a family visit visa in Qatar, it’s important to first check the validity of the existing visa and ensure that the extension process is initiated before it expires.

Gather all necessary documents, including passport copies of the visitor and sponsor, proof of relationship, sponsor’s Qatar ID (QID) copy, and passport-sized photographs. Then, visit the Immigration Office either in person or through the available online channels to submit the completed application form along with the required documents.

Be prepared to pay any applicable fees during the submission process. Once the application is submitted, it will undergo processing, which may take some time.

Upon approval, the sponsor will be notified, and the visa validity will be extended accordingly. It’s crucial to check the new expiration date to avoid overstaying.

If the extension is denied or if the visitor needs to stay longer than permitted, they may need to exit the country and reapply for a new visa, depending on the circumstances and visa regulations.

Family Residence Visa in Qatar

The family residence visa in Qatar is a legal authorization issued by the Qatari government that permits foreign expatriate residents to sponsor their close family members for long-term residency in the country. This visa allows family members to live with the sponsoring resident and enjoy certain benefits within Qatar.

Who Can You Sponsor Under a Family Residence Visa in Qatar?

Spouse: A valid marriage certificate is required.
Children: Generally, sons must be under 25 years old. Unmarried daughters have no age limit. Birth certificates are necessary documents.
Parents: Sponsoring parents is possible but subject to approval by the authorities.

Requirements for Family Residence Visa in Qatar

Valid Qatar ID: This proves your residency status in Qatar.
Minimum Monthly Salary: The minimum salary requirement varies depending on your profession, employment sector, and whether your employer provides accommodation. It can range from QAR 6,000 if housing is provided by the employer to QAR 15,000 per month if it’s not.
Suitable Profession for Sponsorship: Certain professions, particularly those classified as “labour,” might have limitations on sponsoring family members.
Meeting all Documentation Requirements: This includes marriage certificates, birth certificates, salary certificates, tenancy contracts, and more.

Benefits of a Family Residence Visa in Qatar

Not only does a family residence visa enable your family members to legally reside in Qatar, but it also grants them access to essential services such as healthcare and education.

Long-term Residency: With a family residence visa, your family can live in Qatar for a long time, making them feel settled and connected in the expatriate community. They can fully enjoy Qatar’s culture and lifestyle.

Work Opportunities: Besides living here, family members can also find jobs in Qatar. While the main sponsor usually has the main job or residency status, family members can get separate work visas. This lets them work in Qatar and follow their career dreams.

Healthcare and Education: Having a Family Residence Visa in Qatar will also give your family access to good healthcare and schools in Qatar.

Can a Visit Visa be Converted to a Residence Visa?

Yes, a family visit visa can be converted into a residence visa through some steps.

Application: Apply for the conversion at the Immigration Department or relevant authorities.
Prepare Documents: Gather required documents like passports, relationship proof, and medical certificates.
Medical Examination: Undergo a medical checkup at a designated center.
Fingerprint Clearance: After the medical test, have fingerprints taken for each family member.
Fee Payment: Pay the necessary fees.
Submit Application: Submit documents and application form.
Approval: Await approval from authorities.

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I applied for a family visit visa for my in-laws yesterday and would like to share some experience for the newbies.

A) Required documents.

1) Application form (preferably in Arabic but English is accepted). 2) Passport copy of the traveler. 3) passport and RP copy of the sponsor. 4) passport and RP copy of sponsor's wife (if applicable and available) - this is a must in case of applications for in-laws. 5) NOC letter from company (must be in Arabic) - stating your exact designation, salary and accommodation (from company or not). 6) copy of labor contract attested by ministry of labor. 7) rental agreement (attestation by baladiya not needed) - this is debatable as i found some people giving applications without rental agreements and still being accepted.

B) go to any immigration center and apply (of course wait time counts and sometimes can be up-to 2 hours).

C) They will only give you a receipt (checking receipt). They will not charge money at this point.

D) Check for the status of the visa on the moi website (application number is on the receipt).

E) if approved go to immigration center and pay money.

Im not sure if you need to go to the immigration center or can pay online for Point E as the visas i applied for are still under process.

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I applied for a family visit visa for my Wife in first interview its rejected, my next meeting will be after three months, during this period my wife going to deliver a baby, i so i would like to know about how to get my baby family resident if she will get the resident after three months.

A- in case of a wife, attested marriage certificate

B- in case of a partner's relative (in-laws,...), passport and RP copy of sponsor's partner

C- in case of children, attested birth certificate.

D- in case of a family member >60 years of age, a medical report (approved by Qatar Embassy in your country) stating that he/she is fit to travel

if you're applying for more than one family member,you need to fill independant application documents for each: so 3 visitors= 3 copies of ur passeport, 3 company letters, 3 visit visa applications...

download on your phone and make the payment. Done it last week and you have the option to enter your credit card details and email address, once payment is done you get an email with the visa copy, alternatively once you make the payment you can visit moi website and go to visa tracking and printing and get a copy.

if you dont have metrash2, you can use any SSM machines by the MOI eg. Landmark, etc

but you need a SMART CARD.

hope this helps.

drsam is correct. and thanks bembu22 for the clarification. i hope they get the payment thing sorted so we can pay online. this will ease the queues in the immigration center considerably.

Thanks for information

you cannot pay online. so once it is approved you have to go back to immigration office and pay.

7) not needed if the company states in nb 5, that they provide family housing.

Family Visit Visa Qatar 2024, application process and requirement

Family visit visa qatar: a guide for reuniting with your loved ones.

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Are you planning to reunite with your family in Qatar? Perhaps you’ve been working or residing in Qatar and now want to bring your loved ones to spend quality time together. Look no further! In this article, we will guide you through the process of obtaining a Family Visit Visa for Qatar.

What is a Qatar Family Visit Visa?

A Family Visit Visa is a temporary visa that allows individuals to visit their relatives in Qatar. This visa category is specifically designed for close family members, including spouses, children, parents, and parents-in-law.

Who Can Apply for a Family Visit Visa Qatar?

The sponsor, who is usually a resident of Qatar, can apply for a Family Visit Visa on behalf of their family members. The following eligibility criteria apply:

Sponsor’s eligibility:

The sponsor must be a resident of Qatar, holding a valid Qatar ID and residence permit (also known as a work permit).
The sponsor profession should be of the non-labour category
The sponsor’s salary should not be less the 5000 Qatari Rayal

Relationship criterion:

The family member(s) must have a close family relationship with the sponsor, such as being a spouse, child, parent, parent-in-law, or other relatives of 1st and 2nd degrees.

How to Apply for a Qatar Family Visit Visa?

You can easily apply for a Qatar family visit visa through the Metrash 2 application.

Applying for a Qatar Family Visit Visa through Metrash 2 is a convenient and efficient process. Metrash 2 is a mobile application developed by the Ministry of Interior in Qatar that allows residents to access various government services, including visa applications.

To begin the application process, you will need to download and install the Metrash 2 app on your smartphone. Once installed, you can register an account using your Qatari ID and create a password.

After logging into the app, navigate to the “Visa” section and select “Issue Visa” then select “Family Visit” from the menu, and carefully select the Family Visa Application option. You will be prompted to provide information about the visitor, such as their name, nationality, passport details, and relationship to you as the sponsor.

Next, you will need to fill in the Visa form including the following details.

Nationality
Date of Birth
Passport Number
Passport Type
Passport Expiry
Passport Issue Date

Next, you will need to upload supporting documents such as a copy of the visitor’s passport bio page (with a minimum validity of six months), proof of relationship (such as marriage or birth certificates), Flight return Tickets, and any additional documentation requested by the Ministry of Interior.

Once all required information and documents have been submitted through Metrash 2, you can proceed with payment for visa processing fees. The app provides secure online payment options for your convenience.

After completing these steps, your application will be processed by the Ministry of Interior. You can track its progress through Metrash 2 or receive updates via SMS notifications.

It is important to note that each family visit visa application is subject to approval by relevant authorities in Qatar. The processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances and workload at the Ministry of Interior.

In conclusion, applying for a Qatar Family Visit Visa through Metrash 2 offers an accessible and streamlined approach. By following these steps and providing accurate information along with the necessary documents, you can initiate the visa application process efficiently from anywhere using your smartphone.

Visa Processing and Approval

The Family Visit Visa application processing time usually takes around 3-5 working days, while the approval timeframe can vary. Once the application is processed and approved, the sponsor will receive an SMS notification or a message on their Metrash2 mobile application. The approved Family Visit Visa can be downloaded and printed.

Arrival and Duration of Stay

Upon arrival in Qatar, family members must present their approved Family Visit Visa at the immigration counter. The visa allows them to stay in Qatar for a period of up to 1 month, which can be extended for an additional 5 months if required.

Important Considerations

Before applying for a Family Visit Visa, it’s essential to consider the following:

Financial responsibility: The sponsor is financially responsible for their family members during their stay in Qatar, including accommodation, healthcare, and other expenses.

Health insurance: It is advisable to have comprehensive health insurance coverage for family members visiting Qatar.

Exit permit for sponsored children: If the sponsored family member is a child, an exit permit must be obtained from the sponsor’s employer or the Ministry of Interior before leaving Qatar.

Also Read: The Complete Guide to Qatar Health Insurance

Being able to reunite with your family in Qatar is a precious opportunity. By following the steps provided in this blog post, you can ensure a smooth and hassle-free process of obtaining a Family Visit Visa. Remember to check the latest updates and requirements from official sources, such as the Ministry of Interior or the Qatar e-Government Portal, to stay up to date with any changes in immigration regulations.

Disclaimer: This blog post is for informational purposes only, and the visa application process and requirements may change. It is advisable to consult official sources for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

How to Obtain Qatar Family Residence Visa: A Complete Guide

Family residence visa in qatar.

A family residence visa is the type of visa that allows a foreign worker to sponsor his family members instantly. His family members include his wife and children. They can stay for a long term in Qatar. After the process, every family member must have an individual residential visa to stay in Qatar. However, some specific requirements exist for a foreign employee to qualify to sponsor his family.

There is a procedure to submit required documents, including an attested marriage certificate, birth certificate, salary certificate, and tenancy contract. You will find a complete guide in this blog. You will get details about the required documents, visa fees, and steps to follow to apply for their family residence visa. You will completely know how to obtain a Qatar family residence visa.

Requirements to apply for a Qatar Family Residence Visa

Here are some main requirements for a foreigner to be eligible to sponsor his family.

The sponsor must have a residence permit.
The sponsor must have his residence permit in Qatar, the first and basic requirement. You must have your Qatar ID card and residence card before applying for a family residence permit if you are a sponsor.

Professional Requirement

The sponsor should not be a laborer, driver, cleaner, delivery boy, etc. He must be a technician or a specialized professional. For example, doctors, engineers, Managing directors, or high-salary grade jobholders can apply for a family residence permit. Laborers are not eligible to sponsor their families as they have lower salary scales.

The Salary Requirement to Apply for a Family Residence Permit

The foreign employee's salary must be QR 10,000 to sponsor his family. The employees with QR 7000 salary with the family housing granted by the company can also apply. The salary scale is fixed to ensure the sponsor can support his family's living costs in Qatar.

However, MOI is now processing salaries above 15,000 QR for the person. It may be to control the higher number of applications received after the break of visa service in 2020. The salaried person between 10,000 to 15,000 may be dealt with later.

Accommodation Requirement

If you have a 10,000 QR salary or above, you must provide a tenancy contract attested by the Municipality. In another case, if you have a salary above 7000 QR and less than 10,000, you must present the employment contract if it grants your family a housing allowance or an alternative.

The Process to Apply for a Qatar Family Visa

You can apply for a Qatar Family visa by following these steps. You can also take help from your company or employer, as some companies help do this process as it is their employment policy.

The steps to apply for a Qatar Family Visa Residence Permit

Apply directly or online for the family entry visa.

You must submit all required documents to get a family residence visa approval. You will get a one-month visa to allow your family to enter Qatar. Some other steps, like medical tests and fingerprints, are done after arrival. There is another simple process to bring the family on a visit visa. For it, you have to pay an extra fee of 500 QAR to change the visit visa without leaving the country. Some private employees must submit a six-month bank statement to complete this process.

Documents you required for the Qatar Family Visa Application

You require the following documents to apply for our family residence visa.

A complete visa application form
Your passport copy with photo page and bio page
Your Qatar ID card copy.
Passport copies of all family members
Copy of marriage certificate attested by Qatar's embassy in your country, your country's embassy in Qatar, and Qatar's Ministry of foreign affairs.
Copy of birth certificate of the children. Your country's embassy in Qatar should attest to it the Qatar embassy in your country and Qatar's Ministry of foreign affairs.
You require a no-objection letter, the NOC from your company. It is in the Arabic language and dated within the last three months. Or a certified copy of the employment contract with detail and salary
Copy of tenancy contract attested by the Municipality. Or you can give a letter from your company to provide family housing.
Stamped bank statement from your bank for the last six months to prove your salary credit
Copy of company registration card or copy of the employer QID
Attested copies of your educational degrees or certificates
Getting marriage, birth, and education certificates translated into Arabic. The private attestation companies in Qatar help you with attestation and translation work.

Family Visa Application Process – Online

First, download and register on your cell phone's Metrash2 (Android, iOS) application.
Open the Metrash2 application.
Log in to your Metrash2 account.
Select the "Visa" button or the icon on your screen.
After it, click on the "Issue Visa" icon followed by the "Family Visit" icon.
Now select "Family Visa Application" from the drop-down menu.
Then, click "New Application" and fill in the visitor's details, including Gender, Relation, Date of Birth, Passport Details, etc.
Select the" I agree on data validity" option to move on.
Now, you have to upload the documents. A button will be to 'Upload the Visitor's documents,' including Birth Certificate, Passport Copy, and Passport Copy (Others). Make sure that the document pictures or scans are readable and clear.
Upload all the required scans and documents and click the 'Next.' button.
Confirm the uploading of all your documents. It is the final step of the process.

When the application is verified and approved, you will receive an application number within a few days to proceed with the fee payment. If there are any missing documents, the department will notify the applicant.

Make the Visa Payment

The applicant must now pay the visa fees once the application has been verified and approved. You can pay from the Metrash2 application. Once the payment has been completed, download the visa copy from the Ministry of Interior website and send it to the visitor.

Family Visa Application Process – Offline

You can apply for the Qatar family visit visa offline by following these steps:

You need the visa application form that is in Arabic.
Please fill out this visa application form and submit it to the Ministry of Interior (MoI) service center and other required documents.
The person at the counter can decide to accept the form or write comments asking you to meet the Officer for final approval.
The Officer will interview you about your reason for visiting Qatar and your relationship with the sponsor. If the inquiry Officer gets satisfied with your answers, he will give a receipt.
That receipt has a tracking number to use after working for two days to check the status of a Qatar visa online.
When the visa gets approved, revisit the MOI center and submit your receipt.
After submitting that receipt, you must pay the visa fee at the center or online from the Metrash 2 application.
After paying the fee, you will get a printout copy of your family visit visa. You will book the tickets for your family members.
You can download it from the Ministry of Interior website .

Applying for a Family Visa Through Metrash:

Metrash is an online portal the Ministry of Interior in Qatar provides to offer services such as visa applications, traffic violation payments, etc. To apply for a family visa through Metrash, you must create an account, select the visa type, and submit the required documents online. The documents required for a family visa application may vary depending on your nationality, the relationship with the Qatar sponsor, and the visit's purpose. It is advisable to check the latest visa requirements and procedures on the Ministry of Interior's website or contact the embassy of Qatar in your home country.

Cost of a 2-year Work Visa in Qatar:

The cost of a 2-year work visa in Qatar may vary depending on the visa type, the applicant's nationality, and the company sponsoring the visa. Generally, the visa cost includes application fees, visa issuance fees, and medical examination fees. Some companies in Qatar may cover the visa cost for their employees, while others may deduct the visa fees from the employee's salary. It is advisable to check with the sponsoring company about the visa cost and other expenses associated with living and working in Qatar.

Monthly Expenses for a Family in Qatar:

The monthly expenses for a family in Qatar may vary depending on the family size, lifestyle, and location of residence. Generally, the major expenses in Qatar include rent, food, transportation, utilities, and education (if applicable). According to a 2021 report by Numbeo, the cost of living in Qatar is relatively high compared to other countries in the region. For example, the average monthly rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in the city center of Doha is around QAR 7,500 (USD 2,058), while the cost of groceries for a family of four is around QAR 2,200 (USD 604) per month. Preparing a budget based on your family's specific needs and lifestyle is advisable.

Working for 2 Companies at the Same Time in Qatar:

As per the labor law of Qatar, an employee is not allowed to work for two different employers simultaneously unless they have written approval from both employers and the Ministry of Administrative Development, Labor, and Social Affairs (MADLSA). Violating this law can lead to legal consequences such as fines, deportation, or imprisonment. Additionally, it is important to note that working for two companies simultaneously may affect the quality of work and may not be feasible in practice due to conflicting work schedules and responsibilities.

How do We Know the Qatar Family Resident Visa Opening Date?

The opening date for Qatar family resident visa application may vary depending on the policies and procedures of the Ministry of Interior in Qatar. Generally, the Ministry of Interior announces visa application opening and closing dates through its official website and social media channels. You can check the Ministry's website or social media accounts periodically for updates on visa applications. Additionally, you can contact the Qatar embassy in your home country or a reputable travel agency for the latest information on visa application procedures and timelines. Applying for the visa well before your intended travel dates is advisable to avoid delays or complications.

When Applying for a Family Visa, Can My Daughter Attend School?

If you are applying for a family visa in Qatar, your daughter may be able to attend school in Qatar if she meets the eligibility criteria for school admission. Qatar has several international schools that offer education in English and follow various international curricula such as British, American, or IB. To enroll your daughter in a school in Qatar , you may need to submit her passport and visa documents along with her academic records to the school. It is important to note that the admission process and requirements may vary depending on the school and the grade level.

Additionally, you may be required to provide proof of residence in Qatar or a letter from your employer/sponsor indicating that you have a valid residency permit. It is advisable to contact the school of your choice and check their admission policies and requirements before applying for the family visa.

How can you check the status of your Qatar Family Visit Visa?

You can check your Qatar family visit visa status on the MoI website under Inquiries >> Visa Services >> Visa Approval Tracking. Fill out all the required details accurately, and you can check the status of your visit visa.

What Is The Qatar Family Visit Visa Fee/Cost?

A Qatar family visit visa fee is fixed monthly at QAR 200 (USD 55).

What Is Qatar Family Visit Visa Validity?

The validity of the Qatar family visit visa is one month. Who can extend the visa validity to six months for quick family members (wife, children, and parents) and up to three months for other relatives?

How Can You Extend A Qatar Family Visit Visa?

You can extend your one-month Qatar family visit visa in the following two ways:

Visit the MoI Service Center or the office of the Ministry of Immigration and submit your passport and return ticket. Pay QAR 200; the renewal fee for the visit visa is QAR 200 per month for each extra month.
You can also extend your visa from the Ministry of Interior website for the online process.

What Is A Family Visa in Qatar?

The Qatar Family Visit Visa is a short-term visa that enables settler residents to bring their father, mother, wife, children, or families to Qatar for a visit. The visit visa is issued for one month and can sometimes be extended up to six months.

After submitting the fees, all Qatar visas take 7-10 days to process time. You will get an application number to proceed to pay after the application is approved. Usually, the time taken to process a family visit visa is a maximum of one week. Resuming visa applications in 2021 takes up to 4 weeks for many people.

Why Is A Family Visa Rejected in Qatar?

Family visit visa Qatar rejected the main reason for rejection is the sponsor's salary or profession. If the salary is 20,000 or above 20,000, but the RP shows you are lower than an engineer, your visa will get rejected.

Can A Wife Sponsor Her Husband in Qatar?

In Qatar, a wife can only sponsor her husband and children if she holds a residence permit for certain professions and her salary is not less than QR10 000.

Can I Update My Qatar Residence Permit?

You can update your Qatar Residence Permit for your family by making essential changes to the Metrash2 mobile app. Further, you will need to make an online payment.

Can I Get A Qatar Residence Visa For Other Relatives?

Qatar Family Residence Visa is issued for spouses and children only. Sometimes, who can sponsor parents, but it is rather rare.

What If My Family's Qatari Residence Application Is Declined?

If your family visa application is declined, visit the Gharafa Immigration Office and relate your issue to the visa approval committee.

Arriving In Qatar Using Entry Visas

Your spouse and children can come to Qatar when you meet all the civilities. The visit visa expires after a month from the arrival date. The next courses, like dactyloscopy and health tests, should last one month. When your family arrives using a Visit Visa, it's easy to move on to the next actions.

Obtaining Family Residence Permit Card

You need to obtain a Qatar ID (a Residence Permit Card). You can visit your local Police Office with your Qatari ID card, spouse's and children's photos, and Passport copies. For the first year, the Residence Permit fee is QR 500 . After paying the fees, the officers will notify you once the cards are ready for collection.

Qatar Family Visa Fees (Per Person)
Qatar Family Visa QR 200
Qatar ID card (for one year) QR 500
Health Examination QR 100

Remember that extra charges may be for document verification, Blood Group certificates, etc. Also, you will be charged extra money if you decide to transform a Visit Visa into a Residence Visa without leaving the country.

If You Are Children Above the Age with You

When bringing your family members, please note that sons 25 years and above cannot be on their parents' visas. But there is no age limit for daughters until they are married. Adult children who overstep the age limits can get a Residence Permit from their parents for one extra year to find a job during that time.

If you're a Family member, Decide To Work

If your adult children or spouse intend to work, they need to get special permission (called a Work Permit) to work legally in Qatar. It is also possible to use Metrash2 to obtain the Permit.

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WASHINGTON— U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) today announced the upcoming opening of international field offices in Doha, Qatar, and Ankara, Turkey, to increase capacity for refugee processing, strengthen strategic partnerships, and facilitate interagency cooperation.

“Opening these field offices establishes a USCIS presence and expertise in critical locations in the Middle East and is part of our commitment to the Biden-Harris administration’s efforts to facilitate safe, lawful, and orderly migration and family reunification,” said USCIS Director Ur M. Jaddou. “Our presence in Qatar and Turkey expands USCIS’ footprint outside the United States, supports our humanitarian mission, and strengthens the integrity of the U.S. immigration system.”

The Biden-Harris administration set the refugee admissions ceiling for fiscal year 2024 at 125,000 refugees. Establishing USCIS field offices in Qatar and Turkey will support the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program’s infrastructure in the region. It also will directly support long-established and increasing USCIS refugee processing circuit rides.

Qatar is a critical location and a regional refugee processing hub. Refugee coordinators from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM), as well as a suboffice for the Resettlement Support Center for the Middle East and North Africa , are already in Qatar. USCIS’ Doha Field Office will be located in the U.S. embassy facility at Camp As Sayliyah, and staff will also periodically meet with the public for scheduled appointments at the U.S. Embassy in Qatar.

Turkey is also a critical location and regional refugee processing hub. The headquarters office for the Resettlement Support Center for Turkey and the Middle East is in Turkey, as are PRM refugee coordinators and a regional office for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees . USCIS’ Ankara Field Office will be located in the U.S. Embassy Ankara.

USCIS staff will assume responsibility for processing Form I-730, Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition , from State Department consular staff, assist with certain fraud detection-related activities, and provide other limited services. Services at both locations will be available only by appointment. USCIS will update the International Immigration Offices webpage to include information about the field offices, services and appointments.

With the opening of the Doha Field Office on May 7, 2024, and the Ankara Field Office on May 9, 2024, USCIS will have 11 international field offices. Other international field offices include Beijing; Guangzhou, China; Guatemala City; Havana; Mexico City; Nairobi, Kenya; New Delhi; San Salvador, El Salvador; and Tegucigalpa, Honduras.

Qatar hails mediation ‘milestone’ as it hosts freed Ukrainian, Russian kids

Twenty reunited Ukrainian and Russian families are in Doha to receive support as part of Qatar’s ongoing mediation efforts.

Qatari Minister of State for International Cooperation Lolwah Al-Khater (L) welcomes Ukrainian children and their framilies, flanked to her right by Human Rights Commissioner in the Ukrainian Parliament Dmytro Lubinets in Doha on April 24, 2024.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says 16 Ukrainian children who “had previously been forcibly deported” to Russia after its 2022 invasion of Ukraine are recovering in Qatar following their release.

In a statement on X late on Wednesday, Zelenskyy said the group was freed and reunited with their families thanks to Qatari mediation efforts that have helped bring back dozens of children taken during the 27-month war.

‘Upscale the process’

Reporting from Doha, Al Jazeera’s Hashem Ahelbarra said Qatar’s mediation efforts began last year when Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani visited Russia and Ukraine, where he was asked to mediate the family reunification process.

Ukraine accuses Russia of illegally taking more than 19,000 of its children since the start of the 2022 invasion, of whom fewer than 400 have been returned. Russia denies that charge, saying it has transferred children for their safety away from warzones.

The fate of the children has been highly sensitive in Ukraine since the war began. Some of the children’s parents have been killed while others have been separated from carers by the fast-moving front lines at the start of the invasion. Some were living in Ukrainian orphanages in areas Russia then occupied.

At an upscale Doha hotel on Wednesday, Qatari International Cooperation Minister Lolwah al-Khater met visiting beneficiaries of the past exchanges.

“Today was a milestone for us in Qatar in this mediation process,” she told Al Jazeera. “We had 20 reunified families from both Ukraine and Russia with a high representation from both governments as well. We hope to upscale this process and to continue.”

Asked whether this could be a starting point to bring the warring sides together to discuss political issues, al-Khater said the focus of the mediation efforts from the beginning has been humanitarian matters.

“From there, we can discuss other portfolios as well,” al-Khater noted. “The humanitarian and the political are very much intertwined, so we’re hopeful that this will open also more venues in the future.”

Lubinets told AFP his delegation and Qatari mediators had discussed, in addition to the return of Ukrainian children, the issue of Ukrainian civilian detainees held in Russia and the “potential role of Qatar to be mediator between Ukraine and the Russian Federation on this”.

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Qatari emir in Nepal, expected to tackle migrant conditions and Nepali student held hostage by Hamas

Nepal’s President Ram Chandra Poudel checks his watch as he and Minister of Foreign Affairs Narayan Kaji Shrestha, wait for Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al arrival at Tribhuvan international airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, Tuesday, April 23, 2024. The emir arrived on a two-days visit to the Himalayan nation. (AP Photo/Niranjan Shreshta)

Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al arrives at Tribhuvan international airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, Tuesday, April 23, 2024. The emir is on a two-days visit to the Himalayan nation. (AP Photo/Niranjan Shreshta)

Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, is received by Nepal President Ram Chandra Poudel, left as he arrives at the airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, Tuesday, April 23, 2024. The emir is on a two-days visit to the Himalayan nation. (AP Photo/Niranjan Shreshta)

Nepal’s president Ram Chandra Poudel, right, introduces Nepal’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Narayan Kaji Shrestha to Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al arrival at Tribhuvan international airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, Tuesday, April 23, 2024. The emir is on a two-days visit to the Himalayan nation. (AP Photo/Niranjan Shreshta)

Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, is received by Nepal President Ram Chandra Poudel, right as he arrives at the airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, Tuesday, April 23, 2024. The emir is on a two-days visit to the Himalayan nation. (AP Photo/Niranjan Shreshta)

Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, center left, stands with Nepal’s President Ram Chandra Poudel, center right as he receives guard of honor at his arrival at the airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, Tuesday, April 23, 2024. The emir is on a two-days visit to the Himalayan nation. (AP Photo/Niranjan Shreshta)

Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, center right, walks with Nepal’s President Ram Chandra Poudel, center right as he receives guard of honor at his arrival at the airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, Tuesday, April 23, 2024. The emir is on a two-days visit to the Himalayan nation. (AP Photo/Niranjan Shreshta)

Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, greets one of the children who received him upon his arrival at the airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, Tuesday, April 23, 2024. The emir is on a two-days visit to the Himalayan nation. (AP Photo/Niranjan Shreshta)

Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, center behind, stands with Nepal’s President Ram Chandra Poudel, center front as he receives guard of honor at his arrival at the airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, Tuesday, April 23, 2024. The emir is on a two-days visit to the Himalayan nation. (AP Photo/Niranjan Shreshta)

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KATHMANDU, Nepal (AP) — The emir of Qatar landed in Nepal Tuesday on his first-ever visit to the South Asian country, after visiting Bangladesh and the Philippines, where improving migrant workers’ conditions in the Gulf state and a Nepali student still held hostage by Hamas are expected to be on the agenda.

Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani is set to meet Nepali dignitaries, including President Ram Chandra Poudyal and Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal during his two-day visit.

Qatar hosts an estimated 400,000 Nepali workers, most in construction and manual labor. Concerns about working in extreme heat — that could reach over 40 C (104 F) — inadequate living facilities and abuse have risen in recent years.

New York-based Human Rights Watch called on Qatar, Nepal and Bangladesh in a statement Sunday to prioritize labor protection for migrant workers during the emir’s visit.

“It is important ... to go beyond exchanging diplomatic pleasantries over their longstanding labor ties and seize this moment to publicly commit to concrete, enforceable protections that address the serious abuses that migrant workers in Qatar continue to face,” the statement quoted Michael Page, the agency’s deputy Middle East and North Africa director, as saying.

Policemen baton charge supporters of Rastriya Prajatantra Party, or national democratic party during a protest demanding a restoration of Nepal's monarchy in Kathmandu, Nepal, Tuesday, April 9, 2024. Riot police used batons and tear gas to halt thousands of supporters of Nepal's former king demanding the restoration of the monarchy and the nation's former status as a Hindu state. Weeks of street protests in 2006 forced then King Gyanendra to abandon his authoritarian rule and introduce democracy. (AP Photo/Niranjan Shrestha)

The statement added that while Qatar-based jobs have allowed migrant workers “to send remittances back home to their families,” many experience abuse, including “wage theft, contract violations, and chronic illness linked to unsafe working conditions.”

Nepali officials are also likely to seek Al Thani’s help in freeing a local , Bipin Joshi, who is held hostage by the Palestinian militant group Hamas. Joshi was among 17 Nepali students studying agriculture in Alumim kibbutz, near the Gaza Strip, when Hamas attacked Southern Israel on Oct.7. Ten of the students were killed, six injured and Joshi was held captive.

Though there has been no information on his condition or whereabouts, Nepali officials said they believed he was still alive.

Hamas’ sudden attack in October killed 1,200 people and some 250 others hostage were taken hostage. This has sparked a war that has so far killed more than 34,000 Palestinians in Gaza, at least two-thirds of them women and children, according to the local health ministry.

Qatar has been a key intermediary throughout the war in Gaza. It, along with the U.S. and Egypt, was instrumental in helping negotiate a brief halt to the fighting in November that led to the release of dozens of hostages.

A spokesman for Qatar’s Foreign Ministry said Tuesday his country was undergoing an assessment of its role in mediating talks between Israel and Hamas over a cease-fire in the Gaza Strip. He also said discussions were ongoing about Hamas’ presence in Qatar where the militant group has had a political office in the capital, Doha, for years.

France and Qatar mediated a deal in January for the shipment of medicine for the dozens of hostages held captive by Hamas.

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Step 1. Open the Metrash2 app on your mobile and log in

Step 2. Click on the “Visa” icon

Step 3. Click on the “Issue Visa” icon

Step 4. Click on the “Family Visit” icon

Step 5. Select “Family Visa Application”

Step 6. Click on “New Application”

Step 7. Fill up the details of the visitor

Step 8. Click on the “Validate” button

Step 9. Upload the required photos or scans of the documents

Step 10. You will receive an update after a few days

Step 11. Pay the required fee

Step 12. Buy health insurance

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