HR and similar are part of my work. And I have a working visa as well so I know :).
I'll give you an example:
One of our Lebanese employee was relieved from his position after 1 year of employment. We didn't renew his RP and he was informed that he got 90 days to find a new employer from the expiry date of his working visa or he will be penalized at 10riyals per day.
He was able to get a new employer on his 120th day, he paid for the fine (30 days x 10QAR=300QAR) and we finalized his transfer.
Labour Office requires at least or minimum of 12 months (1 year) to approve transfer of sponsorship.
You may also check Qatar Labor Law as it is also indicated there.
HR and similar are part of my work. And I have a working visa as well so I know :).
I'll give you an example:
One of our Lebanese employee was relieved from his position after 1 year of employment. We didn't renew his RP and he was informed that he got 90 days to find a new employer from the expiry date of his working visa or he will be penalized at 10riyals per day.
He was able to get a new employer on his 120th day, he paid for the fine (30 days x 10QAR=300QAR) and we finalized his transfer.
Labour Office requires at least or minimum of 12 months (1 year) to approve transfer of sponsorship.
You may also check Qatar Labor Law as it is also indicated there.
Good Luck.