As Qatar continues to be a major player across the region and the world, more and more people are relocating here, taking advances of high salaries, seeking career development and all that Qatar has to offer. Here’s a quick newbie guide to Qatar.
Visas and Residencies:
In order to be able to live freely in Qatar, expat employees and their families need a valid residence permit. This is possible only when you have a contract from a Qatari company. While you may enter on a visa, you will then begin the process of obtaining an RP, which includes a medical checkup, fingerprint registration and more. Your employer will be responsible to walk you through the process. For those who are looking to have their family join them in Qatar, a different set of requirements need to be met in order to proceed.
Accommodation:
You have to main options here: either your employer will be responsible for securing a home for you, or you will be given a monthly allowance, whereby you will be responsible for finding your new home. Depending on the budget, you will be able to choose from a number of different homes that are available in the market. Check out proeprtyfinder.qa for all your needs!
Transportation:
While there are developments currently going on to secure a public transportation system, it is still currently under progress. With that said, there are taxi and bus services around the country, and you can also use a number of taxi applications as well. You can also opt to rent a car for the first few weeks, however, once you receive your RP, you must begin the process of getting a Qatari driving license.
Schools:
For parents who are looking to enroll their children in school, make sure that you enroll your children as early as possible. While there are a number of schools in Qatar, and the county has invested in the education sector quite a lot, there are usually waiting lists for schools, and the process of applying can be long, as assessments are also held. Some companies offer employees an allowance for education, which is a valuable added benefit, as school fees are pretty steep.
Healthcare:
The country’s public healthcare services are provided through Hamad Medical Corporation, which offers free treatment for anyone who registers for a health card. However, there are usually long waiting times for treatments, so double check with your employer if your contract includes private healthcare insurance.
Nightlife:
For those who are looking for a night out on the town, Qatar does have a number of options for you to enjoy! Licensed outlets are located in the numerous five start hotels across town and range in their offerings. Residents may also opt to receive a license from the country’s only off-license store, which allows them to shop for essentials.
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