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Visa &

Immigration

Navigating the Ministry of Labour (MOL) and Metrash2 can be complex. We handle the entire lifecycle of investor and employee mobility.

Securing the right visas and managing ongoing immigration compliance is arguably the most critical operational aspect of running a business in Qatar. From the moment your company is incorporated, your ability to deploy staff, leadership, and family depends on seamless navigation of government portals like Hukoomi and Metrash2.

We provide end-to-end Government Relations (PRO) support, ensuring your team arrives on time and stays compliant with evolving labor laws.

Core Mobility Solutions

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Investor & Manager Visas Expedited processing for leadership to ensure immediate on-ground presence post-incorporation.
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Labour Quota (Block Visas) Full management of visa quotas and block issuance via the MOL/Hukoomi platform for scaling teams.
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Family & Dependents Sponsorship transfer, medical insurance coordination, and QID issuance for families.
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Medical & Insurance Coordination with MOPH-approved providers to issue compliant medical policies.
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Secondment & Transfers Legal temporary work permits (Secondment) and sponsorship transfers between entities.
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Exit/Re-Entry Management Issuance and cancellation of exit permits (if applicable) for staff.

Strategic Qatarization

Qatarization is the nationalization scheme. Your company's ability to renew visas and licenses depends on maintaining a compliant ratio by hiring a quota of Qatari nationals as determined by the government.

We don't just process visas; we plan your headcount to ensure sustainability:

Headcount Planning: Forecasting the required number of Qatari nationals vs. expats based on your license activities.
Staffing Solutions: Assisting in the recruitment of qualified Qatari talent to meet Qatarization requirements.
Status Recovery: Remedial action plans for companies with non-compliant status to restore operational privileges.

Key Outcomes

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QID (Residency) Full issuance and annual renewal management for all staff.

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Computer Card Establishment of your immigration reference at the Ministry of Interior.

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Hukoomi & Metrash2 Setup Registration and training on the government's primary HR portals.

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Qatarization Compliance Tracking to ensure your Qatarization quota remains compliant.

Frequently Asked Questions

No, the company must be fully incorporated (CR and Tax registered) and have a file opened with the Ministry of Labour (Computer Card) before employment visas can be issued. However, investors can often use a Business Visit Visa for initial setup travel.

Once the employee enters Qatar, the medical test and QID issuance typically take 5-7 working days, assuming all insurance and fee payments are cleared.

Costs vary by profession and nationality. They generally include government visa fees, medical insurance, and potential agency fees.

Yes, but they technically require a valid work permit or their sponsorship to be transferred to an employer to work legally. Recent regulations have evolved, but they cannot work simply on a "Dependent" status without checks.

If you are non-compliant, you may be blocked from renewing QIDs, issuing new visas, and potentially accessing other government services. Remedial action is required.

Need to Scale Your Team?

Speak to our PRO experts to plan your labour quota and Qatarization strategy.

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