Family visas
Qatari Family Residence Visa
Lets an expatriate resident sponsor a spouse and children to live in Qatar long term, subject to minimum salary and housing conditions.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Minimum-salary thresholds (commonly cited as QAR 10,000, or QAR 6,000 with employer housing) come from secondary sources / advisories, not a confirmed official page — verify current thresholds with the General Directorate of Passports.
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.
On this page
- Official name
- Family Residence Visa
- Route type
- Family residence permit (sponsored by resident)
- Sponsor
- Expatriate holding a valid work residence permit
- Renewal
- Long-term, renewable (typically annually)
Who it is for
- Expatriate residents with a valid work residence permit who meet the income/housing conditions
- Immediate family — spouse and children
Requirements
- Copy of sponsor's and family members' passports
- Copy of sponsor's Qatar ID
- Proof of relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificates)
- Employment contract and salary certificate meeting the minimum-income threshold
- Proof of accommodation
- Medical examination for family members via the Medical Commission after arrival
How to apply
- Submit the application and documents to the General Directorate of Passports and Expatriates Affairs
- Apply online via Metrash2 / the MOI website, or in person at a service centre
- Family members complete the medical check after arrival
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.