Apply Process for Qatar Family Visa

Applying for a Qatar Family Visa is the primary move for expats desiring to bring their families to stay with them in this country. The Ministry of Interior (MOI) Qatar manages the process through an online application, along with document submissions and health and security checks. Applicants should clearly understand all steps to avoid mistakes that cause delays and to ensure smooth approval.

Know more about: Qatar Family Visa

कतर फैमिली वीज़ा के लिए आवेदन करना उन प्रवासियों के लिए पहला कदम है जो अपने परिवारों को इस देश में अपने साथ रखना चाहते हैं। यह प्रक्रिया मूल रूप से एक ऑनलाइन आवेदन है जिसका प्रबंधन कतर के आंतरिक मंत्रालय या एमओआई द्वारा किया जाता है, जिसके साथ दस्तावेज़ जमा करने और स्वास्थ्य एवं सुरक्षा जाँच भी शामिल होती है। गलतियों के कारण होने वाली देरी से बचने और सुचारू अनुमोदन के लिए आवेदन करने से जुड़े सभी चरणों को अच्छी तरह से समझ लेना चाहिए।

Create Metrash2 Account or Access MOI Portal

You can apply for a Qatar Family Visa online to the MOI Portal or Metrash2 process your application through the Metrash2 mobile application.

App Registration on the Metrash2

• Download Metrash2 from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.
• Use your QID and enrolled mobile number to create an account.
• Verify your identity with the OTP sent to your mobile.

MOI Online Portal

• Log on to the official MOI Qatar site.
• You log in using your QID and password. 
• Then go to the Visa Services section to begin with the family visa application.

Select the Family Visa Service

Metrash2 App

• Open the app and access the “Visa Services” menu. 
• Choose “Issue Visa” and then “Family Residence Visa”.
• Choose the type of visa to apply for: Family Residence Visa.

On MOI Portal

• Visit the MOI website and log in. 
• Fill in the required fields for the type of application you need to make and submit it.
• Visit the MOI online and then sign in directly on the Family Visa option.

Fill Out the Visa Application Form

Details of the Sponsor

• Write your full name, Qatari ID (QID) number, occupation, and contact details.
• Give information about your employer (name of company, CR number if required).

Details of Family Members

• Write full name as per passport, nationality, gender, and date of birth.
• Include passport details (number, issue date, and expiry date).
• Relationship to the sponsor͏ (wife, child).

Other Information

• Purpose of visa (family residence).
• Soft copies of all the required documents in the correct format PDF/JPEG.

Upload Required Documents Online

• Marriage Certificate attested by home country authorities, Qatar Embassy, and MOFA (Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Qatar.
• Passports of Family Members valid for at least 6 months with a clear copy of all pages.
• Passport-sized photographs with a white background as per the guidelines set by Qatar.
• Sponsor’s QID (Qatari ID) front and back copies.
• Salary Certificate from Employer mentioning job position, monthly salary, and company details.
• Tenancy contract or accommodation proof should be attested by the municipality if required.
• Birth certificates of children are properly attested in case of applying for children.

Pay the Applicable Visa Fees

Methods of Payment

• Credit/Debit card through the Metrash2 app.
• Online payment gateway on the MOI portal.

Visa Fee

• The Family Residence Visa fee is QAR 200 for the initial application.
• There may be additional fees for medical tests, fingerprints, and Residence Permit issuance after approval.

Payment Confirmation

A digital receipt will be issued on the Metrash2 app or MOI portal once payment has been made successfully. Please ensure to keep this receipt as proof of payment.

Submit the Application for Review

Steps for submission

• Check over the information entered, such as Sponsor details, family particulars, and documents attached. 
• Make sure that all documents are clear and well-attested because poorly attested documents are the major reason for rejection, then press on Submit in the Metrash2 app or the MOI portal online. 
• An application reference number will be shared with you through SMS right after your submission, which can be used to track your application.

Processing time

It is a matter of days, but can stretch to weeks, owing essentially to the verification of documents and also based on the workload at MOI.

Track the Application Status

Track on Metrash2

• First, open the Metrash2 application and sign in by entering your QID.
• Reach Visa services in the sidebar of where you will click on Visa Inquiry & Printing.
• Enter the reference number and then submit to check the status.

Track on MOI Portal

• Open any browser and search the MOI Qatar website
• Go to the sidebar and select the Visa Services option, and after that, choose Visa Inquiry & Printing.
• Now you will be required to enter the visa application number, or you can also provide passport details to view updates.

Receive Approval and Entry Visa

• An alert will show up in the Metrash2 app or email connected to your MOI account.
• Sign in to Metrash2 or the MOI portal, go to Visa Services → Visa Inquiry and Printing, and get the entry visa for your family members.
• The entry visa shares the validity period, sponsor details, and family member information.
• Send a copy of the entry visa to your family so they can come to Qatar.

Post-Arrival Steps

1. Medical Test

• All adult dependents need to take medical tests at any of the approved clinics in Qatar. 
• Most of the time, it includes an X-ray, blood test, and general checkup. 
• A clear medical report is a must for the approval of RP.

2. Biometric Registration 

• Family members will register their fingerprints and photos at any Immigration or MOI center. 
• This helps ensure their proper identification and security compliance.

3. Residence Permit Issuance

• The authorities issue the Residence Permit (RP) once you pass the medical test and register your biometrics.
• This RP enables your family to stay in Qatar legally and be able to access government services.
• Keep the RP and QID copies intact because authorities use them for sponsorship, school admissions, and other official purposes.

Conclusion

The Metrash2 account setup and online submission process are followed by the post-arrival medical test and biometric registration steps. Keen observation of every step with proper documents and attestations, plus following up on the application status, will enable expatriates to bring in their family members without hitches. Having adequate information while cooperating with government procedures is very instrumental in making the family visa application a seamless and successful process.

मेट्रैश2 खाता सेटअप और ऑनलाइन आवेदन प्रक्रिया के बाद, आगमन के बाद चिकित्सा परीक्षण और बायोमेट्रिक पंजीकरण प्रक्रिया पूरी की जाती है। उचित दस्तावेज़ों और सत्यापनों के साथ हर चरण पर बारीकी से नज़र रखने और आवेदन की स्थिति पर नज़र रखने से प्रवासी अपने परिवार के सदस्यों को बिना किसी बाधा के साथ ला पाएँगे। सरकारी प्रक्रियाओं में सहयोग करते हुए पर्याप्त जानकारी होना, पारिवारिक वीज़ा आवेदन को एक सहज और सफल प्रक्रिया बनाने में बहुत मददगार है।

FAQ’s

What is the minimum salary requirement for sponsoring a family?

Ordinarily, the minimum salary is QAR 10,000 per month or QAR 7,000 if accommodation is provided by the employer.

What documents are required for the family visa?

Documents required are valid passports, QID of the sponsor, attested marriage certificate, birth certificates of children, salary certificate, accommodation proof, and passport-size photos.

What should I do if my application is rejected?

In case of rejection, MOI will send a reason, and you will have to resubmit or correct missing documents before applying again.