Qatar
Guide to the conditions for renewing residency and the Qatari resident card
Service details and information
Documents and papers required to apply via the platforms
To complete the transaction successfully via the specified official electronic platforms, please prepare and prepare the following documents and supporting papers:
- The resident’s old Qatari ID number.
- A copy of a valid establishment registration of the sponsoring company.
- The expatriate’s passport is valid for a period of no less than 6 months.
- Medical examination certificate approved for the beneficiary by health authorities in Qatar.
Self-submission steps and procedures
We explain to you the application and review steps officially followed to implement the transaction through government platforms and systems:
Step No. 1
Open the Metrash 2 application on the phone and confirm the identity via fingerprint or password.
Step 2
Choose residence services, then renew the residence permit and specify the beneficiaries.
Step 3
Determine the required renewal period (one or two years) for the submitted application.
Step No. 4
Verify payment of fees via credit card or direct electronic payment.
Step 5
Automatically update the data and activate the instant digital residence permit via phone.
Expert Advice: Exemptions and Exceptions
Small enterprises or entrepreneurs are exempt from some fees according to the government decisions currently in effect.
Emergency alternatives (manual procedure)
In the event that the electronic portal malfunctions or there are technical issues, you must book an appointment and visit the Ministry’s branches to complete the procedure manually.
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