NEW TO QATAR. IQAMA HELP

AliBaba7theifs
By AliBaba7theifs

Hello my friends, Iv been looking at this site for a long time now, and usually find my answers here. I need help and clarification on some of the rules and regulations of qatar.

I am planning on moving to qatar soon. My father is already there and I will be living with him. From my understanding, once I arrive at Doha I will be issued a 1month visa. after that month is done i have the right to renew it twice for a total of three months. I will be looking for work during that time.

My questions are...
1) After the three months, do I have to leave? and for how long?
2)During the three months If I find work, will this visa allow me to work? or will i need to process for a work visa?
3) During these three months, my father may have the chance to be my sponsor thru his work for 6 months, can I switch over to being under his Iqama.

I hope someone can help answer these.
Best of luck to all

AliBaba and his band of misfits.

By reggie29• 5 Jul 2012 23:07
reggie29

i thought it was 2 months not 3 that you could have your tourist visa for,1 month when you arrive extended to another then you have to leave the country

By moasa• 5 Jul 2012 21:43
moasa

I'm also New to Qatar. But i think you must find a job within that three months. try your best. Make new contacts, read newspapers.

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