Ministry of Interior (Passports & Metrash2) · MI-07
Sponsorship Transfer or Change of Employer
Moving an employee from one employer to another under the change-of-employer system of the Ministry of Labour and Ministry of Interior. Needed by the employee or the new employer when changing jobs.
Government fees are paid separately with the official receipt and are not part of Basira’s fee.
What we do
- Preparing required approvals
- submission and follow-up until transfer
Documents you provide
- QID copy
- Passport copy
- Signed new employment contract or offer
- Resignation notice or current employer approval where applicable
- Establishment card copy of the new employer
- Authorization letter from the company to Basira
Duration depends on the notice period and authority approvals.
Frequently asked questions
How much does “Sponsorship Transfer or Change of Employer” cost with Basira?
Basira’s fee is 100 QAR; government fees are paid separately with the official receipt.
Which documents are needed for “Sponsorship Transfer or Change of Employer”?
QID copy; Passport copy; Signed new employment contract or offer; Resignation notice or current employer approval where applicable; Establishment card copy of the new employer; Authorization letter from the company to Basira.
How long does “Sponsorship Transfer or Change of Employer” take?
Approx. 7–15 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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