🇶🇦family Visa

Family Visit Visa

Qatar

Last updated: December 28, 2025

Duration

1 to 6 months

Visa Fee

$55

Time

1-4 weeks

Complexity

Medium

About this Visa

This visa allows residents of Qatar to bring their immediate family members to visit them. It is designed for spouses, children, and parents who want to see their family in Qatar for a short time. You apply as a "sponsor" for your family members. This visa is strictly for visiting purposes. Your family members cannot work or start a business while they are in Qatar. It is the best option for family reunions without applying for permanent residency.

Key Benefits

  • Bring your spouse, children, and parents to Qatar
  • Stay for up to 6 months (for immediate family)
  • Renew the visa easily using a mobile app
  • Access healthcare services (with mandatory insurance)
  • Enter and exit Qatar freely while the visa is valid

Eligibility & Requirements

Eligibility Criteria

  • You must be a legal resident of Qatar with a valid ID
  • You must earn the minimum required monthly salary
  • You must work in a "non-labor" profession (like engineer, doctor, or teacher)
  • You must provide suitable housing for your family
  • Visitors must be immediate family members (spouse, child, or parent)

Financial Requirement

Monthly salary of QAR 5,000 ($1,375) for spouse/children; QAR 10,000 ($2,750) for other relatives.

Documents

  • Valid PassportVisitor
  • Qatar IDSponsor
  • Salary CertificateProof of income from your employer
  • Marriage or Birth CertificatesMust be officially attested
  • Tenancy ContractProof of where you live
  • Health InsuranceMandatory for the visitor
  • Bank StatementsLast 6 months, for some professions

Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.