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Qatar Visa Cost

Estimate Qatar visa fees for employment, dependent, Permanent Residency, tourist and freelance permits - with the full line-item breakdown.

Last reviewed 27 April 2026· Source: ICP Qatar & Amer Doha

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How Qatar visas work

UAE residence visas come in several flavours. Most expats start with an employment visa, sponsored and paid for by the employer (medical, Qatar ID, stamping, insurance, entry permit). Family members come on dependent visas, sponsored by the resident, with a similar fee structure per person.

The Permanent Residency grants renewable residency to owners of property worth QAR 730,000 or more, and permanent residency from QAR 3,650,000; Permanent Residency under Law 10 of 2018 is by application under a limited annual quota. Self-employment. Self-employment is via the QFC, Media City or a registered company; Qatar has no UAE-style free-zone freelance permit.

Worked example

An expat employee plus spouse and one child cost roughly: employment visa QAR 2,970 (employer pays) + 2 dependent visas at QAR 2,150 each = a household visa bill of QAR 7,270, plus property and tenancy fees on top.

Quick references

Standard validity: employment 2 years, dependent 2 years, Golden 10 years, tourist 30 or 60 days.
Sponsorship income floor: ~QAR 4,000 for spouse/child; ~QAR 20,000 to sponsor parents.
Golden investor minimum: QAR 2m property or QAR 500k Qatar business.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Qatar employment visa cost?
About QAR 3,000 in fees, usually paid by the employer - medical, Qatar ID, stamping, entry permit and basic insurance.
What is the Permanent Residency minimum investment?
QAR 2 million in property or QAR 500,000 in a Qatar business. Talented professionals qualify via ministry nomination.
How long is a Qatar residence visa valid?
2 or 3 years for employment/dependent, 10 years for Golden, 30/60 days for tourist visas.
Do I need to leave the country to renew?
No - most renewals are processed in-country through Amer or ICP.
Can I sponsor my parents?
Yes, with a minimum salary of QAR 20,000/month, a refundable deposit and health insurance.

Reference only. Actual fees vary by region, sponsor and country of origin. Always confirm with the official government portal before paying.