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Qatar

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Middle East — Expat guide for moving and living abroad

Overview

Capital

Doha

Currency

QAR

Continent

Middle East

Entry requirements

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Popular 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

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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

  • Work Visa / Residence Permit

    Duration: 2 years, renewable

    Employer-sponsored, Kafala reformed 2020

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Salary & Tax

Income Tax Range

0% – 0%

Social Security (Employee)

0.05%

No personal income tax, no VAT. Social security for Qatari nationals only.

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Useful Services

Wise

Manage money in QAR with low fees and the real exchange rate.

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World Nomads

Travel and health insurance for your move to Qatar.

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