Family Sponsorship (Dependent QID) — Documents Required for Residency Visa in Qatar
For QID holders sponsoring spouse or children as dependents.
Qatar residency (QID — Qatar ID) is issued to all expatriate residents through employer sponsorship. The process involves medical clearance by the Department of Healthcare Professions (DHP/MOPH, formerly QCHP), registration through the MOI RPO system, and QID tracking via Metrash2. Confirm all requirements with the MOI or your employer before applying.
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Original + copy; minimum 6 months validity
MOI-issued entry permit or work visa stamped in passport
Issued by a DHP (Department of Healthcare Professions, Ministry of Public Health)-approved centre inside Qatar. Tests include chest X-ray, HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C screening.
Medical is completed inside Qatar. DHP was formerly known as QCHP — confirm the current approved centre list via the MOPH Qatar portal.
Recent colour photographs per MOI specifications
Letter from Qatar employer on company letterhead confirming employment and sponsorship
Signed employment contract registered with the Qatar Ministry of Labour
Online residence permit application submitted by employer through the MOI RPO portal
Proof of accommodation in Qatar — tenancy agreement or employer accommodation letter
Required for some permit categories — confirm with your employer
Attested degree/diploma required for professional visa categories — confirm attestation requirements with your employer or the relevant authority
Attested and legalised marriage certificate. Must be authenticated by the Qatar embassy in the country of issue and translated into Arabic if not originally in Arabic or English.
Attested birth certificates for children to be sponsored
Required for sponsoring children
Salary certificate demonstrating sponsor earns the minimum monthly income (currently QAR 6,000 — confirm current threshold with MOI as it is subject to change)
Salary thresholds are set by the authority and subject to change — confirm with MOI
DHP (formerly QCHP)-approved medical fitness certificates for each dependent, completed inside Qatar
How to apply — step by step
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Employer Obtains Work Visa / Entry Permit
Your Qatar employer applies for a work visa / entry permit through the MOI portal. You will receive an approval to travel to Qatar.
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Arrive and Complete Biometrics
On arrival, complete immigration biometrics at the port of entry. Your employer should have registered your entry in the MOI system.
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Complete Medical Fitness Examination
Undergo a medical fitness examination at a DHP (Department of Healthcare Professions, Ministry of Public Health)-approved centre inside Qatar. Tests include chest X-ray (TB) and blood tests for HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C.
Tip: Your employer or PRO typically arranges the medical appointment. Bring your passport and entry permit.
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Submit QID Application through RPO
Your employer submits the QID (Qatar ID / residence permit) application through the RPO (Residence Permit Online) portal on the MOI website.
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Track Application via Metrash2
Monitor your QID application status through the Metrash2 mobile app or the MOI portal using your application reference number.
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Receive QID
Once approved and fees paid, your QID card is issued. This is your mandatory Qatar residency identification — carry it at all times.
Frequently asked questions
What is a QID and is it mandatory?
A QID (Qatar ID) is the official residency card issued to all expatriates in Qatar. It is legally mandatory to carry it at all times. Your employer initiates the QID application through the MOI RPO portal, and you can track its status on Metrash2.
How do I check my Qatar residence permit status?
You can check your QID/residence permit application status on the MOI Qatar portal (portal.moi.gov.qa) or through the Metrash2 mobile app using your application reference number.
What is the minimum salary to sponsor family in Qatar?
Sponsors are generally required to earn a minimum of QAR 6,000 per month to sponsor dependents — this figure is set by the authority and subject to change. Confirm the current threshold with MOI Qatar before applying.
What medical tests are required for a Qatar residence permit?
Medical tests at a DHP (formerly QCHP)-approved centre in Qatar include chest X-ray (TB), HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C screening. Bring your passport and entry permit to the appointment.
How long is a Qatar residence permit valid?
Qatar residence permits (QID) are typically issued for one or two years, linked to your employment contract. Confirm the duration applicable to your visa category with your employer or MOI.
Official source
Ministry of Interior (MOI) Qatar — official portal ↗Don't want to chase these documents?
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