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Doha allows Qatari and GCC citizens to travel to and fro using IDs

GCC nationals, residents, EU nationals, residents exempt from online registration

Dubai: The Qatari Ministry of Interior has announced that Qatari and GCC countries citizens can use their ID cards to travel to and from the country and other GCC countries as of Friday, local media reported.

“As of Friday, April 29, 2022, Qatari citizens and citizens of other GCC countries can use their ID cards to travel to and from Qatar and other GCC countries,” the Ministry of Interior said in a statement on social media.

Qatari citizens travelling to other Gulf countries shall consider travel requirements for the countries to which they want to travel, the statement added.

This measure will facilitate the movement of citizens of the GCC countries and is in line with the gradual lifting of COVID-19 restrictions.

Qatar has also announced an exemption from online registration for GCC nationals, GCC residents, EU nationals and EU residents, who meet the immunity criteria, for entry into the country.

As per the Ehteraz website, where travellers arriving in Qatar have to pre-register, it is mentioned that GCC nationals and GCC residents who meet the immunity criteria COVID health apps (mentioned below) used in any of the GCC countries shall be accepted in Qatar and shall be exempted from online registration and are required to proceed to any authorized private clinics for Rapid Antigen Test within 24 hours of their arrival in Qatar.

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Ministry of Interior has announced that Qatari citizens and citizens of other GCC countries can use their ID cards to travel to and from the State of Qatar and other GCC countries as of Friday.  

Qatari citizens travelling to other Gulf countries shall consider travel requirements for the countries to which they want to travel, the statement added.

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MOI: Qatar and GCC Nationals can travel with their ID Cards

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The Ministry of Interior (MOI) has announced that starting from Friday April 29th 2022, Qatar and GCC Nationals will be able to use their national ID Card in the arrival or departure from Qatar and GCC countries. 

 Qatari Nationals will have to meet the travel regulations set by the GCC countries intended for travel.

This initiative aims to facilitate the travel movement of Qatar and GCC Nationals in alignment with the gradual lifting of the restrictions associated with COVID-19. 

The announcement was highlighted in the tweet from MOI below:

As of Friday, April 29, 2022, Qatari citizens and citizens of other GCC countries can use their ID cards to travel to and from the State of Qatar and other GCC countries. #MOIQatar pic.twitter.com/T6ORVIQLtG — Ministry of Interior (@MOI_QatarEn) April 29, 2022

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The E-Gate system (Smart ID) allows air passengers and officials to enter and exit the country with ease. Holders of the E-Gate Card may bypass the immigration formalities at the Doha International Airport by punching their cards at the gate and pressing their index fingers on an electronic scanner.

Qatari citizens and residents, as well as GCC nationals who are interested in obtaining an E-Gate card should visit the immigration department in Madinat Khalifa.

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Follow these steps to apply:

• Visit the office for E-Gate Cards.
• Show your ID or GCC passport.
• Pay appropriate fees.
• One year: QR200
• Two years: QR250
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Go to the immigration department Gate 2 in Madinat Khalifa with your ID card (Residency card)

Have your photo taken at a booth, and fingerprint both your hands. (Immigration staff will assist you)

Get in line to get a token number and wait for it to be called.

When you're called, go to the counter. Tell them you did your fingerprinting on the system and request for the Smart ID for one or two or three years. You can pay for the E-Gate card/Smart ID for up to 3 years.

Immigration will then swap your Residency ID for a chipped ID card (as shown in photo). With this E-Card you should be able to skip immigration and passport control and use the e-Gate, as long as you have your exit permit.

Photo is just for illustrative purposes

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After paying and collecting the newly chipped Qatar ID from the counter, is that all? Or do we need to activate the card?

E-gate is possible for the employees of embassy?

Is the e gate card can immediately be released on same day? Or it will also be sent thru courier?

Where in Doha should I apply for it?

Yeah, you guys all shall make this e-card, so all of you will use the e-gate then the immigration booth will be less crowded or maybe no queue at all in serving me & my family... gotcha... ;-D

single person OK but what about families need to make for all or only the sponsor of a family will do...???

I got my E-Gate card in Al-Khor Ministry Services last month. Saves stamps on the passport and the hassel of waiting for long time in queues, which once I had to wait for 45 minutes, wheras as now I come out of Immigration or go in during departure in less than a minute...

So now it looks they are in serious need of money, actually this smart card should be normal ID card. So all smart guys form big queue at Immigration while leaving...

Josephkkm: People like you deserve to be deprived of any sort of convenience...you're paying for not standing in a queue at immigration...if you could for a moment not be a selfish plonker, you could even look at it as the system taking away peoples employment since there would be less immigration staff needed...but no, its all about you, you and you...

Why we need to pay extra we reduce the job of the Emigration staff, so it should be issued free for all.

It should be the same way for Medical card too...

Hi will this egate provide visa?

No you cannot do the retina and fingerprint scan in the afternoon. You can only do it in the morning! It opens from 3pm in the afternoon.

can you do the e-gate in the afternoon at khalifa?

3 month business visa holder can get this please let me know

no sponsor letter is required and is for all residents in Qatar anyone can apply i just had mine done today

you just follow the instructions above. one update is that it is done only in gate 2 as far as i know and costs as mentioned above

You can get an ID card for your children with valid RP from any Immigration office and then swap it for the smart card or you could also just try and go to the smart ID place directly and ask if you can do it skipping the obtaining of a normal ID card will save you the trouble and money

All relevant info available here. As for children, I believe (not sure) that those with an e-gate card can get the children's passports stamped at the e-gate itself as long as they have a valid e-gate card. Hope this helps.

http://portal.www.gov.qa/wps/portal/services/inviduallandingpages/!ut/p/c5/rY9ZcqMwAETPkgPYEkjI-JNFeCAsCbv5oUTsMGCzBAMynD6eAyRTlUr3b1e_bpCBh1s2VyUbq65lV5CCjOR7T9YEWYYHz6YImoFiqq5jCDBEIAEpxHlQL725Xla_hnc3jLo13EXc0eniUskd6XJ3dBOFtSMG0eg6l1KN-oK8WpG0eWssj12VMW3J5BfXqtQxXqWPB_dIcviFFPifVcG5fSzL_qW-6TiCbPdlC0Ig_Pm36Uieq1LTBtX8-J5jib_GsUBWFc2WvzVbuEUY7yCSMJSwiEWECEji47KjnckpjXPL94tgYGIfq4Mmx1OQZtV94Aejs3J7xWxCL1NTNETIhVPvcVVJpnHw9xVDJk0PrklFJbvxBFpa-MI7pbE29LKZmRq_h4Kn75f6Kp3Ohn4aub3xb8pa4xuadfF0mRN7XB3DSOpaMl7_7hcie5LGSVPBd_KsM6lLB7sVYfn0BNw_XXMGfTPbuF3Th8-f4tjHTA!!/dl3/d3/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh/?locale=en

To get e-gate card is any letter require from the sponsor

Not for all nationalities.

I am Qataria and I will say that It is not a good idea. It will be disposed soon because it will be congested like traffic in Doha. Worst.

Not worth it.

Is this for Qatari citizens and residents, as well as GCC nationals only? its not clear in the article, besides the pix on the ID looks does not look like a local of GCC national to me.

How does it work for children. There is no ID card only RP Sticker on Passport

I heard the egate card department in departures was closed ? is the info up to date ? and what about how long it takes for the smart card to be ready ? and i heard there was an iris scanner too ?

anybody knows the duty time of the office for e-Gate Cards in the airport departure terminal, or the duty time and location of the immigration department in Madinat Khalifa ?

is this facility is also for expats ?

No traditional stamping will be there on your Passport. Immigration records will be updated automatically at your destination country. I am using egate service since 2011 and nobody stopped me entering India or other places. One should have a valid exit permit to leave Qatar, that's all...

What about traditional stamping in passport? Immigration officers in other countries especially in India, use to check the stamp for exact date of travel and other inquiries.

Good Step...

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Are you here to check your Qatar ID status online ? We will help you out. This comprehensive guide will assist you to check your Qatar ID status, renewal and more related to your Residential Permit.

Qatar ID is a national identification card for all citizens and residents of Qatar. The purpose of this card is to provide an easy way for citizens to identify themselves, receive access to government services, and enjoy exclusive benefits from the government. And for other people residing in Qatar other than its citizens, it helps them to get several benefits including opening a bank account, owning a vehicle etc.

The card has been designed with the latest technology in mind, which includes a high-resolution photo of the holder, their fingerprints, iris scan data and personal information such as name, date of birth, nationality, designation etc.

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How to check my Qatar ID renew status online?

• Go to the Ministry of Interior (MOI) website.
• Click on the MOI services on the top menu near to the Home menu.
• Click on the Inquiry section after clicking on the MOI services menu.
• Click on “ other inquiries ”  on the left side of the page where you will find the menu with different options.
• Then click on the “ official documents ”  button from the 4 different buttons on the page.
• Now insert your QID number or Passport number .

Done, now you can see your QID status. Once you click on the search button, the system will provide you with the expiry dates of the necessary documents, such as the ID card, the passport, and the residence.

What happens when your Qatar ID expires?

All Qatari residents must have a residency permit. Whenever your Qatar ID expire, you have to renew it soon.

If you did not renew your Qatar ID on time, you have to pay a substantial fine for the expired dated ID cards after a stipulated period.

If your Qatar ID is expired, you have a period of maximum 90 days to renew it again. If you violate this, you will be fined from 10 Qatari Riyals to a maximum of 6000 QAR.

Qatar houses several immigrants from all corners of the globe. Therefore, their residency permit validity depends on their visas to a great extent.

If you are looking for the expiry date of your Qatar ID, you need to have an ID number or passport number. You should be able to see the expiry date by visiting the official website of MOI, Government of Qatar.

How to renew Qatar ID in Metrash2

Metrash 2 is a mobile app that has been launched by the interior ministry (MOI). It also helps the residents with the automatic renewal of QID. To elucidate it further, it benefits everyone as this saves both time and effort in renewing Qatar ID online. You can also track the renewal process of your Qatar ID via the MOI website.

Follow the steps below to renew your Qatar ID through Metrash2:

• Open the Metrash2 app on your mobile phone.
• Click on the ‘ Residency ‘ option from the menu.
• Click on the ‘ Residency Renewal ‘ tab.
• Enter your Qatar ID number and then click ‘ Add ‘.
• Then click on the ‘ Next ‘ button at the bottom of the screen.
• Choose the Qatar IDs that you want to renew and click ‘ Next ‘.
• Select any delivery mode to receive the physical copy of your renewed Qatar ID.
• Enter the payment details.

Done. When you renew your Qatar ID, you have two options to receive the physical copy, either by Qatar Post or collect it from the Immigration Department.

Fee structure for Renewing your Qatar ID

If you are wondering about the fee of Qatar ID renewal, you need to acquaint yourself with the following things:

• Per person in your family including wife and children will be charged QR 500.  
• You may also get a discount based on a 3 year renewal. 
• QR 1000 will be levied as charges for a company sponsor.
• The RP delivery charge is QR 20.

How to renew Qatar ID offline

What you need to do is apply personally to the Nationality and Travel Documents Department of the Ministry of Interior. You can consult a representative to apply for the renewal of your ID. For this, you should visit the sub-offices which is available in most parts of the country. All you need to do is to fill up the required information and attach documents to the form. Then you must submit the fees for the renewal of your Qatar ID.

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How to check my Qatar ID Fine online

There are two ways to check the fine associated with your Qatar ID online. You can either check it on the MOI E-services Portal or via the Metrash2 mobile app.

• Login to MOI e-services portal .
• Click on the ‘ Residency Services ‘ section.
• Select ‘ Residency Fine Payment ‘.
• Enter the Qatar ID number.
• Finally make the payment.

Here, you will see the amount of fine that is to be paid. You can use any supported payment options to pay the amount.

How to check Qatar ID expiry date online

The easiest way to check the expiry date of your Qatar ID is via the Metrash2 app.

• Download the Metrash2 app on your mobile device.
• Login to your account.
• You can see your Qatar ID on the app.
• Tap and hold to download it.
• You can now see the issue date and expiry date on this digital QID.

Feel free to comment below if you would like to know more about renewal of your Qatar ID. Or visit the official website of MOI Qatar for more details.

Usually, for those who are above the age of 18 years are required to pay a fee of QAR 500 to renew their Qatar ID. And, if you fall under the category of servants, drivers, farmers and fishermen, then you are required to pay only QAR 300 for the same.

It usually takes a period of three to five working days for the renewal of Qatar ID. And in some cases, it may go around 7 days.

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• Rebate ticket listing can be done on New QR listing system, for staff holding own carrier issued tickets (IET).
• For tickets issued thru Myidtravel system (NIET),  listing or changes can be done thru Myidtravel itself. 
• Travelling staff/family should ensure that they hold a valid passport and relevant visas for their intended destination and/or scheduled points en route, incase off-loading becomes necessary.
• In the absence of valid passport / visas, staff passengers may be denied boarding.

Embargoes & Restrictions

• Children under 12 years of age are not allowed to travel in Business class, even if accompanied by an Adult.
• All QR flights operating to and from Dubai “Al Maktoum Airport (DWC)” are not eligible for Staff rebate tickets . Due to this, listings cannot be done on DOH- DWC -DOH QR flights.
• QR flight series QR3500-6999 is excluded (subject to change/modifications). 
• All flights not operated by QR. 

Checked baggage

For rebate tickets issued thru Myidtravel , Check-in baggage will be as mentioned in ticket. 

For tickets issued manually as per ZED Agreement (IET), check-in allowance to be mentioned in ticket as below.

Economy Class

• For weight concept sectors - 30kgs/per pax.
• For piece concept sectors - 2 pieces, each not to exceed 23kg and a maximum dimension of 158cm (62in).

Business class

• For weight concept sectors - 40Kg / Per pax.
• For piece concept sectors - 2 pieces, each not to exceed 32kg and a maximum dimension of 158cm (62in).

Cabin Baggage

• As per Qatarairways.com
• As per industry practise ZED passengers will have lower priority over QR revenue passengers.
• QR staff will have a higher priority over other airline staff holding ZED tickets.
• For Confirmed Bookings: QR web site www.qatarairways.com.qa
• For Standby Bookings: Report to Check-in counters with listing.
• Not available for Standby (or "Space Available") passengers.
• QR Stations have obligation to refuse improperly dressed ID passengers.
• Staff and their families are required to wear “Smart Casual”. Clothing should be neat, free of damage, well maintained, appropriately fitted, and in good condition.

Acceptable attire as below:

• Smart jeans/denim and chinos that are neat, plain and appropriately fitted are acceptable in any cabin.
• Polo shirt, collarless plain T-shirt, collared shirt, blouse, smart dress or skirt (knee-length or longer).
• Sneakers/trainers/boots that are plain, color neutral and overall presentable are acceptable in any cabin.
• Smart Casual ladies' sandals (flat or heeled) similar to those that would be worn to the office.
• Full professional national dress (male & female Qatari, GCC or other nationalities) including appropriate sandals.
• Children aged 12 years and below traveling in any cabin are allowed to wear more casual clothing (i.e. shorts, T-shirts, running shoes).

Strictly not allowed for all cabins is shown as below:

• Jeans that are dirty, or too distressed, with any holes or rips.
• "Overly revealing" clothing, sweatpants, sportswear attire, beach clothing, and any kind of shorts or athletic or athleisure wear.
• Flip-flops, sliders, beach slippers, croc-style shoes/sandals, Birkenstock-style sandals.
• Clothing that is vulgar or violates community standards or decency is never appropriate, including items that have words, terms, or pictures that may be offensive to others.
• Hats of any kind, including caps.
• Any tight, short skirts or dresses above the knee, see-through, revealing and sleeveless clothing (shoulders must be covered).
• Tip: To avoid last minute inconveniences owing to dress code issues and unnecessary debates during boarding time, please refrain from using attire that may be misunderstood as restricted.

  Special service requests

Special meals

• It is not possible to pre-book special meals for rebate/standby passengers.

Seat requests

• Seat requests not permitted on Staff Travel. However, if the flight is wide open, the check-in staff may ask your option for an isle or window seat, but this is subject to availability.
• Even if you are assigned a specific seat at check-in, this may be changed to accommodate commercial requirements, if any.

Infant safety seats

• Use of safety seat for an Infant is not permitted on board.

Unaccompanied minors

• Not permitted.
• No other Special service requests is permitted when travelling on Standby / Space Available tickets.

Upgrade policy

• Please do not ask any QR staff for an upgrade.

Flight deck

• Acceptance of any person in the flight deck of QR Aircraft is prohibited.
• Comprehensive Travel Insurance recommended for passengers own benefit, as QR shall not compensate for any injury, illness or loss of money, documents or other personal possessions etc. during the passengers stay away from home.

Class difference refunds

• Class difference refund is not given, if staff passenger traveled on a lower cabin than the ticketed cabin.

  Back-up tickets

• QR expects all interline employees and/or their eligible nominees to carry back up tickets issued by their respective employing carrier.

Aircraft configurations

Qatar Airways to Participate in ATM Dubai 2024 with the World’s First AI Digital Human Cabin Crew, Sama 2.0

The ‘Best Airline in the Middle East’ will offer industry experts the chance to interact with the latest generation of its revolutionary digital innovation at the Arabian Travel Market Dubai, from 6 to 9 May 2024

Sama 2.0 embodies the future of travel technology, raising the bar for exceptional, world-class service and hospitality across the global travel and tourism sector

DOHA, Qatar – Qatar Airways, the multiple award-winning airline, will participate in the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai, offering visitors the chance to meet and engage with its world-leading AI-powered digital human cabin crew, Sama 2.0, from 6 to 9 May 2024.

Aligning with ATM’s 31 st edition theme of ‘Empowering Innovation: Transforming Travel Through Entrepreneurship’, the national carrier of the State of Qatar will invite industry experts and travel partners from across the Gulf region and beyond to engage with Sama 2.0 – the second generation of the world’s first AI-powered digital crew.

By answering questions in real time, Sama 2.0 is the future of exceptional service and hospitality in the travel and tourism industry, assisting travellers in designing curated travel experiences, and empowering them to find answers related to Qatar Airways FAQs, destinations, support tips and more.

To ensure seamless interaction with Sama, customers and passengers can easily chat with her through QVerse , Qatar Airways’ immersive digital platform, or conveniently via the Qatar Airways app.

Qatar Airways will also unveil its brand-new exhibition pavilion at Hall no. 2 ME1450 during the four-day event, which is the premier international travel and tourism event in the Middle East, attracting both inbound and outbound tourism professionals. The state-of-the-art stand will feature a multi-sensory pod that offers a fully-immersive dive into the exceptional luxury and comfort of the award-winning Qsuite. This will allow visitors to experience first-hand the revolutionary innovation and technological advancements that set Qatar Airways apart in the travel and tourism sector.

Additionally, visitors will be able to roam the airline’s Qverse via a Virtual Reality (VR) experience to explore the cabin interior of Qatar Airways’ aircraft, including the award-winning Business Class - Qsuite, the Economy Class cabin, as well as navigate Hamad International Airport (HIA), the ‘World’s Best Airport’ as voted by Skytrax in 2024, along with Al Safwa First Class Lounge and Al Mourjan Business Class Lounge.

Sama 2.0. and the Qatar Airways team will be on-hand to assist guests and trade partners at ATM Dubai, Dubai World Trade Center, Hall no. 2 ME1450, from 6 to 9 May 2024.

About Qatar Airways

A multiple award-winning airline, Qatar Airways won the ‘World’s Best Business Class’ for the tenth time at the 2023 World Airline Awards, managed by the international air transport rating organisation, Skytrax. The airline continues to be synonymous with excellence, also taking home, 'Best Airline in the Middle East', 'World's Best Business Class Lounge' and 'World's Best Business Class Lounge Dining' at the prestigious awards held during the 2023 Paris Air Show. Qatar Airways is an unprecedented seven-time winner of the 'World’s Best Airline' voted by Skytrax (2011, 2012, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021 and 2022). As leaders in industry innovation and digital adoption, Qatar Airways was recently voted the 'World’s Best Airline Website' by World Travel Tech Awards.

Qatar Airways was the first Airline in the Middle East to be certified to the highest level of IATA’s Environmental Assessment (IEnvA) programme, based on recognised environmental management system principles (such as ISO 14001). As an inaugural signatory to the Buckingham Palace Declaration in March 2016, Qatar Airways became the first airline globally to be certified to the industry standard for the prevention of illegal wildlife trafficking in aviation.

Qatar Airways currently flies to nearly 170 destinations worldwide, connecting through its Doha hub, Hamad International Airport, the ‘World’s Best Airport’, as voted by Skytrax in 2021, 2022, and 2024. In 2024, Hamad International Airport also received the ‘Best Airport in the Middle East’ accolade for 10 consecutive years, as well as ‘World’s Best Airport Shopping’ for the second year in a row.

Contact details

• Qatar Airways Group
• Corporate Communications Department
• [email protected]
• +974 4022 2200

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Qatar ID Renewal: 3 Easy Ways To Renew QID (2024)

Doha Guides Team regularly reviews this article to ensure the content is up-to-date and accurate. The last editorial review and update were on 05 February 2024.

If you are someone living long-term in Qatar, you should have your own Qatar ID card. It’s the most important official identification document that you need for various purposes.

However, like many official documents, it needs to be renewed periodically. Whether you’re an expatriate living in Qatar or a Qatari citizen, renewing your MOI Qatar ID Card (Iqama) is essential.

In this article, we will delve into the details of Qatar ID renewal . We will explore three convenient methods for QID renewal and answer all your questions, such as QID renewal fees, the time required, and how to check renewal status.

What Is A Qatar ID Card?

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A Qatar ID is a national identity card issued by the Qatar Government to its citizens and expatriate residents. A Qatar ID card, also called the Residence Permit , is issued by Qatar’s Ministry of Interior. It is required for various official transactions such as obtaining a driving license , health card, and more.

The MOI Qatar ID card features the cardholder’s photo, name, Qatar ID number, birthdate, nationality, signature, and sponsor information. If you want to learn more, please refer to our detailed guide on Qatar ID .

If you are an expatriate resident in Qatar, you will be a part of the sponsorship system . This means that you will either be sponsored by your employer or by an eligible family member, usually a spouse or parent.

Due to Qatar’s sponsorship system, an expatriate is not eligible to apply for Qatar ID on his own. Only the sponsor can apply for an expatriate’s Qatar ID card .

Following are some of the important rules you need to know about your Qatar ID:

• A Qatar ID card can only be renewed when the cardholder is inside Qatar .
• If your Qatar ID has expired, you will not be allowed to travel to Qatar. Therefore, it is essential to check your QID validity before traveling . If you anticipate that you may not return before its expiry, make sure to renew it before leaving Qatar.
• You can view an image of your Qatar ID on your Metrash mobile app using the e-wallet feature.
• You have a 90-day (three-month) grace period to renew your Qatar ID after it expires.
• After this 90-day period, there is a penalty (fine) of QR 10 per day.
• The maximum ceiling of this penalty is QR 6,000.
• It is the responsibility of the sponsor to ensure that their dependents’ QIDs remain valid.

As explained earlier, Qatar’s sponsorship system mandates that only the sponsor has the right to apply, renew, or cancel the Qatar ID. This means that a Qatar resident cannot renew their Qatar ID on their own .

• If you are on a family visa , only your family sponsor (spouse or parent) can renew your QID.
• If you are on an employment visa, your QID can only be renewed by your employer or the employer’s authorized representative (PRO).

The expiry date of your Qatar ID card will be printed on the card itself. You can see this on the front side of the card (as shown in the below image).

Alternatively, you can check the validity of your Qatar ID card on the Ministry of Interior’s online portal .

Here, you can either enter your QID number or passport number along with your nationality to view your QID status. Please refer to our article for a detailed step-by-step guide on MOI Qatar ID validity check .

If your Qatar ID is approaching its expiry date, you can remind your sponsor to renew it.

A sponsor can renew their dependent’s Qatar ID through online or offline methods . The easiest method is through the Metrash mobile app . Let’s discuss that first:

1. How To Renew Qatar ID Online Through Metrash

Follow the steps below to renew your dependent’s Qatar ID online using the Metrash mobile app:

• Log in to your Metrash account on your phone.
• Select “Residency Services.”
• Click on “Renew Residency.”

• Select either Personal or Company Residency Renewal. For the renewal of a family member’s QID, you have to select Personal. For the renewal of an employee whom you have sponsored, select Company Residency Renewal.
• Select the QID number to be renewed.
• Choose the renewal period (number of years).
• Select the delivery option for the new QID. You can either collect it directly from the MOI Service Center or have it delivered by Q-Post, which will cost you QR 20 extra.
• If you are selecting Q-Post, fill in the address and confirm.
• Pay the renewal fee using a debit or credit card.

2. How To Renew Qatar ID Online Through MOI Website

If you have access to the Ministry of Interior’s e-services portal (using a smart card), you can renew your dependent’s QID as follows:

• Log in to the MOI e-services portal using your smart card.

• Select either Personal or Company Residency Renewal.
• Select the delivery option.

3. How To Renew Qatar ID Through MOI Service Center

To renew Qatar ID directly at any MOI Service Center (Unified Service Center), follow these steps:

• Download the Residency Renewal application form from the MOI website.
• Fill out the form in Arabic (you can get this done at a typing center).
• Sponsor has to visit any MOI Service Center (We suggest not to visit the Main Immigration as it would be busy).
• Submit the form along with a copy of your (sponsor) QID.
• If you are representing a business and renewing your employee’s QID, you must submit a copy of your Establishment ID.

During renewal, the sponsor can select the mode of delivery. If you choose Q-Post delivery, it will be delivered to the given address within a few days, usually less than a week.

If you select collection at the MOI Service Center, you can visit any MOI Service Center and request printing. You don’t have to fill out any form or pay any fee if you have already renewed it online. In this case, you can get the QID printed within minutes.

If you need your QID urgently (for example, for travel) it is better to select collection at the MOI Service Center.

The following are the fees for renewing Qatar ID cards:

For personal sponsorship, there is a 20% discount if renewing for three years. If you are opting for Q-Post delivery, there will be an additional fee of QR 20.

In normal cases, the QID will be instantly renewed. The printing and delivery may take a few days, usually less than a week. You can track the status of the QID renewal on this link :

Metrash offers a subscription service for companies that allows for the automatic renewal of employees’ residence permits. The automated residence permit renewal, called “ Residency Subscription ,” helps save time and effort for company representatives and can avoid fines for delays in renewal.

Once subscribed to this service, the system will automatically notify the list of individuals whose residence permits need to be renewed soon. It also allows for the removal or exemption of anyone who has terminated their job in the company or for any other reason.

The legal solution is that your sponsor apples for a re-entry permit and sends it to you. For detailed information please refer to our comprehensive guide on what to do if QID is lost .

However sometimes you will be allowed to board even without a return permit. During check-in the airline staff can check the validity of your Qatar ID on the MOI website. You can also try to convince them by showing the Qatar ID image available in your Metrash app (e-wallet option). However there is no guarantee that airline will allow you to travel based on this.

Some airlines are very strict about this, while Qatar authorities are often more relaxed in such cases, as they can easily verify the status in their system.

It is advisable to always keep copies of your Qatar ID with you, especially during travel.

Can I renew my Qatar ID in Qatar?

Expatriate residents in Qatar cannot renew their own Qatar ID cards. The card can only be renewed by their sponsor. In the case of an employment visa, this will be the employer or an authorized representative.

Can I renew my QID with an expired passport?

No, your passport should be valid for at least 6 months before your Qatar ID can be renewed. If your passport validity is less than 6 months, get your passport renewed through your country’s Embassy in Qatar.

How early can a QID be renewed?

A Qatar ID can be renewed up to three months before its expiry. However, employers usually wait until closer to the expiry date.

How many years can a Qatar ID be renewed for?

If you are renewing a Qatar ID online, you have the option to renew it for either 1, 2, or 3 years.

How many days it will take to renew Qatar ID?

Qatar ID can be instantly renewed online. However, if you are opting for Q-Post delivery, it may take 3-5 working days to receive the new card. If you opt for collection at the MOI Service Center, you can get it printed immediately.

Can residents come back to Qatar with an expired Qatar ID?

No, even if you were a Qatar resident earlier, you will not be allowed to enter with an expired QID.

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I have applied residency renewal for my spouse and kid via metrash , since a week ago. it’s still under process . (delivery mode by Qpost). how long will it take ?

Hello, when i renew my husbands QID can i add his middle name? Because there is no middle name on his QID now. Thank you

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