Ministry of Interior (Passports & Metrash2) · MI-04
Residence Permit Issuance for a New Employee
Issuing the residence permit (QID) for an employee who has entered Qatar on a work visa, including the medical exam and fingerprinting. Required to regularize the employee within the permitted period after entry.
Government fees are paid separately with the official receipt and are not part of Basira’s fee.
What we do
- Coordinating the medical exam and fingerprints
- submitting the permit
- collecting the card
Documents you provide
- Employee passport copy showing entry details
- Work visa copy
- Recent passport-size photo with white background
- Medical exam result (arranged by Basira)
- Attested employment contract
- Establishment card copy
Start immediately after arrival to avoid late penalties.
Frequently asked questions
How much does “Residence Permit Issuance for a New Employee” cost with Basira?
Basira’s fee is 120 QAR; government fees are paid separately with the official receipt.
Which documents are needed for “Residence Permit Issuance for a New Employee”?
Employee passport copy showing entry details; Work visa copy; Recent passport-size photo with white background; Medical exam result (arranged by Basira); Attested employment contract; Establishment card copy.
How long does “Residence Permit Issuance for a New Employee” take?
Approx. 7–14 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.
More services in Ministry of Interior (Passports & Metrash2)
- Establishment Card Issuance (Company Registration)110 QAR
- Establishment Card Renewal or Amendment100 QAR
- Work Visa Application (Recruitment)95 QAR
- Employee Residence Permit Renewal60 QAR
- Residence Cancellation or Final Exit60 QAR
- Sponsorship Transfer or Change of Employer100 QAR
- Business Visit Visa75 QAR
- Transfer of New Passport Details to Residence Permit50 QAR