Ministry of Interior (Passports & Metrash2) · MI-14
Domestic Worker Residence
Issuing a residence permit for a domestic worker, either recruited from abroad or transferred from another sponsor. Needed by households employing domestic staff.
Basira fee150 QAR
Government fees are paid separately with the official receipt and are not part of Basira’s fee.
What we do
- Recruitment or transfer
- medical exam
- residence issuance
Documents you provide
- Employer's QID copy
- Worker's passport copy
- Domestic employment contract
- Worker's photo
- Employer salary certificate or proof of means if requested
Approximate timeApprox. 2–4 weeks
Frequently asked questions
How much does “Domestic Worker Residence” cost with Basira?
Basira’s fee is 150 QAR; government fees are paid separately with the official receipt.
Which documents are needed for “Domestic Worker Residence”?
Employer's QID copy; Worker's passport copy; Domestic employment contract; Worker's photo; Employer salary certificate or proof of means if requested.
How long does “Domestic Worker Residence” take?
Approx. 2–4 weeks.
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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