Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to what clients ask most.

How do I get started?

Choose a service, tick what you need and send the request on WhatsApp, or call us. We review it and reply with what is needed.

What do I need to set up a company?
  1. Choose the company's trade name.
  2. Enter the owner / partners' details.
  3. Upload the required attachments and documents.
  4. Review the company data summary.
  5. Approve the company data summary.
  6. Pay the due fees.
  7. Issue the commercial registration, register the establishment and obtain Qatar Chamber membership.
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What is required to print the commercial registration of an existing company?
  1. Provide us with the basic details of the establishment you want an extract for.
  2. Pay the due fees.
  3. Print the commercial registration.
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What is the e-commerce licence and how do I get it?
  • You need a commercial registration, and the application must specify the activity and the website.
  • Each website needs its own licence in its name.
  • The website must use a domain ending in .qa or .com.qa.
  • The website must offer electronic payment and display the commercial registration number, licence number, contact details and exchange and return policy.
  • According to the Ministry's announcement, the licence covers 194 activities for a fee of QR 500, and the application is made online.
  • We handle the application and follow-up until the licence is issued.
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Can I register my domain through you?

Yes. We help you register your website's domain and make sure it is done through a licensed registrar in Qatar.

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Which documents are required?

Documents depend on the type of procedure and the authority involved. We send you the full list once we know your request.

How long does a procedure take?

It varies by procedure. We give you the expected timeline before we start and update you at each stage.

How long does a residence renewal take?

A residence renewal is processed the same day, and Qatar Post delivers it to you within 48 to 72 hours.

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What is the procedure for transferring sponsorship or changing employer?
  1. The request can be submitted by the new employer on behalf of the worker.
  2. The new employer fills in the contract details.
  3. The worker approves the request.
  4. The worker gives consent to the contract details.
  5. The Ministry of Labour reviews the request and sets the notice period.
  6. Once the notice period ends, the new employer is directed to start the process of changing the worker's employer.
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How is end-of-service pay calculated?
  • The current legal minimum is a fixed 21 days for each year of service.
  • It is calculated on the last basic salary.
  • Fractions of a year are calculated in proportion to the time served.
  • A contract can offer more than the minimum, but never less.
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What is the Wage Protection System (WPS)?

The Wage Protection System (WPS) is a mandatory electronic system launched by the Ministry of Labour in cooperation with the Qatar Central Bank since 2015. It aims to ensure that private-sector workers are paid on time and in full, by transferring employees' salaries through one of the banks approved in Qatar.

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How is the health card renewed?

If your health card, or a family member's, has expired or is close to expiring, you need to renew it to keep receiving healthcare services in the State of Qatar.

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How are fees calculated?

We explain our fees and any government fees before we start, based on each request.

Are my documents kept confidential?

We treat your documents and data as confidential and share them only with the authorities needed to complete your procedure.

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