Residence & citizenship
Qatari Permanent Residency Permit
A long-term permanent residency card under Law No. 10 of 2018, granted to defined categories by a dedicated Ministry of Interior committee.
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Any annual cap on the number of permanent-residency cards granted is commonly cited but not verified on an official page — no fixed number is stated here. Confirm eligible categories and any quota against Law No. 10 of 2018 on aqarat.gov.qa / MOI.
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
- Permanent Residence Card (Law No. 10 of 2018)
- Route type
- Permanent residency / settlement
- Granting authority
- Permanent Residence Card Granting Committee, Ministry of Interior
- Benefits
- Access to public health and education services; investment and property rights
Who it is for
- Children of Qatari women married to non-Qatari men
- Individuals with special skills or expertise needed by the state
- People who have provided notable services to Qatar
- Other categories defined under Law No. 10 of 2018
What you can do
- Reside in Qatar permanently
- Access government health and education services
- Invest and own property in categories permitted to permanent residents
How to apply
- Check eligibility via the Hukoomi permanent-residency inquiry service
- Submit the application and supporting documents to the Ministry of Interior
- The Permanent Residence Card Granting Committee reviews and recommends; the Minister of Interior issues the decision
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.