visa 6 month rule for families

sarahjb
By sarahjb

My husband is due to move to Doha in the beginning of May to start work there. we have just been told he has to be in the country (with a open bank account) for 6 months before myself and our teenage children can arrive, But their school starts around the 8th september so less than 6 months later, is there a way around the 6 month rule - is the 6 month rule true?? My children are going into exam years so can't miss the first weeks of school. has anyone been in the situation that can give me advice.
thanks

By mymn• 9 Mar 2013 11:14
Rating: 5/5
mymn

Yes its true. I underfone the same situation. Because of this rule, I was away from my family for 1 year. Your husband's bank statement to reflect 6 months salary credited to the account. If your husband's salary is more than 25 or 30K, then you can give a try. One of my friend got the visa in 3 months itself. Take a risk. If it happens, it is good. Pray to god.

By newbieqatar• 9 Mar 2013 10:33
newbieqatar

Dear Srahjb

Gosh! i have exactly the same query...my hubs is also due to come to qatar to start work in May...I am absolutely confused as to what to do....??

Read more: http://www.qatarliving.com/node/12050781#comment-2893551#ixzz2N1dZYygz

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