Qatar Family Residence Cost Calculator
Enter your family members and residence term to see the fees at issue and the yearly cost after that.
Work out your family residence cost
Family residence fees in Qatar
| Item | Amount (QAR) | When |
|---|---|---|
| Family residence entry visa | 200 | First time |
| Family member's residence permit | 400 a year (500 in some sources) | Each issue and renewal, 1–3 years, 20% off for three |
| Qatar ID card | 100 | Each issue and renewal |
| Medical test | 100 | At issue, for adults |
| Health insurance | Insurer's price | Condition of residence |
Example: a wife and two children, one-year residence: visas 600, permits 1,200, IDs 300 and medical 100 = QAR 2,200 plus insurance, then 1,500 a year. Renewed for three years: 3,180, or 1,060 a year.
A salary of QAR 10,000, or 6,000 with family housing from the employer, is required, with a technical or specialised job in the private sector; in government, family housing or the salary is enough. Renewing more than 90 days late risks a fine of QAR 10 a day up to 6,000. Family visits cost differently: QAR 200 per 30 days plus QAR 50 a month of insurance.
For residence violations see the Qatar overstay fine calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a wife's residence permit in Qatar?
A family member's residence permit costs QAR 400 a year according to most sources (some say 500), the ID card QAR 100, the first-time residence entry visa 200 and the medical test 100. Renewing for three years gets a 20% discount.
What salary do you need to bring your family to Qatar?
QAR 10,000, or QAR 6,000 with family housing from the employer; in the private sector the job must be technical or specialised rather than labour, according to the Interior Ministry (December 2023).
Is health insurance mandatory for dependents in Qatar?
Yes. Under Law 22/2021 health insurance is a condition of residence, and no standard prices are published, so enter your insurer's premium in the calculator.
Sources
- Al Sharq — Interior Ministry explains conditions for residents' families (20 Dec 2023, Arabic)
- The Peninsula — Qatar updates regulations for residency and visit visas (3 Dec 2023)
- Qatar Living — government service fees for residents 2026
- Doha Guides — Qatar residence permit (15 Mar 2025)
Figures and formulas on this page were last reviewed on 2026-11-03.