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Labor Laws in Qatar

  • Annual Leave: 21 - 28 days
  • Maternity Leave: 50 days
  • Public Holidays: 9
  • Workweek: 48 hours per week.

Income Tax in Qatar

In Qatar, there is no personal income tax levied on individuals.

Value Added Tax (VAT) in Qatar

The standard VAT rate in Qatar is 5%.

Social Security in Qatar

In Qatar, there are no personal income taxes, but employers are required to pay social security contributions to their Qatari employees.

  • The employer contribution rate is 14% of the employee's basic salary, social allowance, and housing allowance (capped at QAR 6,000 per month).
  • The employee contribution rate is 6% of their basic salary, social allowance, and housing allowance (capped at QAR 6,000 per month).

Work Visas in Qatar

Here are the main work visas available in Qatar:

Qatar Work Visa (Work Residence Permit)

  • Description: This is the most common visa for expatriates who have secured employment in Qatar.
  • Eligibility: Applicants must have a job offer from a Qatari employer.
  • Sponsorship: Issued under the sponsorship of the employer, who handles most of the application process.
  • Duration: Typically valid for 1 to 3 years, renewable.
  • Process: After arrival on a temporary work visa, the employer arranges for the residence permit, allowing long-term stay and work.

Temporary Work Visa

  • Description: This visa is for short-term employment, often used for project-based or temporary work.
  • Eligibility: Requires a job offer, but the duration is shorter compared to the standard work visa.
  • Duration: Valid for up to 6 months.
  • Process: Requires the same sponsorship and employer support but is issued for a specific project or short-term assignment.

Business Visa

  • Description: Issued for individuals visiting Qatar for business meetings, conferences, or short-term business activities.
  • Eligibility: Typically issued to those working with Qatari companies or investors.
  • Duration: Valid for up to 90 days, non-renewable.

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