Living in Qatar
Middle East — Expat guide for moving and living abroad
Country overview
Capital
Doha
Currency
QAR
Continent
Middle East
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Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Qatar.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Qatar
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| India | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| Austria | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Belgium | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Bulgaria | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Croatia | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Cyprus | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Czechia | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Denmark | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Estonia | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Finland | Visa Free | 30 days |
Detailed visa guides for Qatar
Monthly costs
Doha
Rent (center)
1,200 USD/mo
Groceries
400 USD/mo
Transport
120 USD/mo
Est. Monthly Total
1,820 USD/mo
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Work permits
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Work Visa / Residence Permit
Duration: 2 years, renewable
Employer-sponsored, Kafala reformed 2020
Salary & tax
Income Tax Range
0% – 0%
Social Security (Employee)
0.05%
No personal income tax, no VAT. Social security for Qatari nationals only.
Calculate your net salaryUseful services
Insurance
SafetyWing
Nomad health insurance for your stay in Qatar. Monthly subscription, cancel anytime.
Get a SafetyWing quote →Connectivity
Airalo
Qatar eSIM data plans from $4.50. Activate before you land — no SIM swap.
Get an Airalo eSIM →Language
iTalki
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