Ministry of Interior (Passports & Metrash2) · MI-03
Work Visa Application (Recruitment)
Submitting a work visa application for an employee from abroad against the quota approved by the Ministry of Labour. Needed by companies recruiting new staff.
Government fees are paid separately with the official receipt and are not part of Basira’s fee.
What we do
- Submitting the application against the approved quota and following up until issued
Documents you provide
- Passport copy of the employee being recruited
- Employee photo
- Educational certificate copy where the profession requires it
- Establishment card copy
- Ministry of Labour quota approval number
- Authorization letter from the company to Basira
An approved quota matching the profession and nationality is required.
Frequently asked questions
How much does “Work Visa Application (Recruitment)” cost with Basira?
Basira’s fee is 95 QAR; government fees are paid separately with the official receipt.
Which documents are needed for “Work Visa Application (Recruitment)”?
Passport copy of the employee being recruited; Employee photo; Educational certificate copy where the profession requires it; Establishment card copy; Ministry of Labour quota approval number; Authorization letter from the company to Basira.
How long does “Work Visa Application (Recruitment)” take?
Approx. 5–10 working days.
How do I request it?
Press “Request this service” to prepare a quote in your name, or message us on WhatsApp at +974 7223 2609. We review your documents and confirm the steps before we start.
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