Business & investor visas
Qatari Investor / Real Estate Residence
Residency granted to foreign investors and property buyers, with temporary residency at a lower property threshold and permanent-residency privileges at a higher one.
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Under review — check current rules
The QAR 3,650,000 property figure and 90-days/year condition are drawn from MOI/legislation summaries; the lower temporary-residency threshold (commonly cited as QAR 728,000) is from secondary sources and unverified — confirm with MOI / Aqarat.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Qatar government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Investor / Real Estate Residence
- Route type
- Investment-based residence
- Property threshold (PR privileges)
- QAR 3,650,000
- For permanent-residency privileges under the real estate framework.
- Minimum residence
- Not less than 90 days per year
- For the higher-value property route.
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals who buy eligible real estate in Qatar's designated ownership zones
- Investors and business owners seeking residency tied to their investment
Requirements
- Ownership of eligible property meeting the relevant value threshold
- Valid passport and health insurance
- Background and medical checks
- Proof of funds / eligible property ownership
What you can do
- Reside in Qatar on the basis of the investment/property
- At the higher threshold, access permanent-residency privileges such as healthcare, education and investment rights
How to apply
- Complete an eligible property purchase in a designated zone
- Submit the application online via the MOI / Hukoomi portal
- Pass background and medical checks and provide proof of ownership
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.