Quote from IMQ on February, 2025,

To apply for a work visa in Qatar, you need to provide the following documents:

1. Valid passport
2. Completed visa application form
3. Two passport-sized photographs
4. Employment contract or job offer letter from a Qatari employer
5. Attested educational certificates relevant to the profession
6. Police clearance certificate from your home country, attested by the Qatar Embassy
7. Medical certificate proving good health
8. Copy of the employer's immigration card
9. Biometric information (fingerprints)

Additional documents may be required depending on the specific type of work visa and your individual circumstances. The employer in Qatar will typically handle most of the application process, including submitting documents to the Ministry of Interior and Ministry of Labour.

Fees and Processing

• The visa fee is QAR 300
• The application process usually takes 2 to 4 weeks

Post-Arrival Requirements

After arriving in Qatar with your work visa, you must:

1. Undergo a medical examination at an approved medical center
2. Provide biometric data at the Criminal Evidence and Information Department
3. Apply for a residence permit

Remember that all documents may need to be translated into Arabic and certified by your country's embassy and the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

 

Last updated: 20-2-25