Qatar government fees in 2026: QID, family visa, licence and health card
A family member's residence permit is reported at QAR 400–500 a year, the health card at QAR 100, and a resident's driving licence at QAR 250 for five years. Here is every common fee, with its source and the date we checked it.
- Family residence permit: QAR 400 a year per person in recent reports; some sources still say QAR 500.
- Eligible three-year residence renewals get 20% off the renewal fee.
- The health card fee (QAR 100 a year for expats) still applies, even though the QID replaced the printed card in April 2026.
- Resident driving licence: QAR 250 for five years; renewal costs the same, plus QAR 20 for delivery.
- Late QID renewal: QAR 10 a day after the 90-day window, capped at QAR 6,000.
Whether you are bringing your family, renewing a QID or registering a car, you'll pay a string of small government fees. They are easy to underestimate, and some are easy to forget. This sheet puts the common ones in one place, says where each figure comes from, and flags the ones our sources disagree on.
How to read this fee sheet
This is a list of the government fees most residents pay: the residence permit shown on your Qatar ID (QID), the family visa, the health card, the driving licence and car registration (Istimara), and document attestation. Each fee shows where we confirmed it and when. We checked every figure on 27 October 2026.
Two rules apply to everything below. First, the amount on the Metrash screen (the Ministry of Interior app) or the official payment page is final. Second, these are government fees only. A PRO (the person who handles government paperwork for a company) or a typing office may add their own service charge.
Check before you act: fees can differ by sponsorship category and by transaction. Where our sources disagree, we say so and show both figures.
Residence permit and QID
| Fee | Amount | Who usually pays | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residence permit, company-sponsored employee | QAR 1,000 a year | Employer | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Work permit, company-sponsored | QAR 100 a year | Employer | 27 Oct 2026 |
| QID card, company-sponsored | QAR 100 | Employer | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Residence permit, personal sponsorship (e.g. domestic worker) | QAR 300 a year | Sponsor | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Residence permit, family members (spouse, children, newborns) | QAR 400 a year (some sources say QAR 500) | Family sponsor | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Three-year renewal, where eligible | 20% off the renewal fee | Whoever renews | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Late renewal, after 90 days past expiry | QAR 10 a day, up to QAR 6,000 | Sponsor | 27 Oct 2026 |
The company, personal and late-fine figures come from Qatar Living's 2026 fee articles, which attribute them to the Ministry of Interior (MOI). The family residence fee is the one figure that varies by source. Two Qatar Living articles (August and September 2026) give QAR 400 a year for family members. An earlier July 2026 article, and our own guides, say about QAR 500. Budget for QAR 500 and you won't be caught short. Metrash shows the exact figure before you pay.
The 20% discount applies when an eligible permit is renewed for three years. The sources don't say exactly how the discount is worked out, so treat any total as an estimate until you see it in Metrash. For the steps, see renew your Qatar ID. If you are already past expiry, read what happens when your residence expires.
Bringing your family
| Fee | Amount | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Family residence entry visa | QAR 200 per person | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Medical examination, if required | QAR 100 per person | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Residence permit, family member | QAR 400 a year (some sources say QAR 500) | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Health card (see below) | QAR 100 a year per person | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Family visit visa | QAR 200, plus QAR 200 per extra month | 27 Oct 2026 |
The salary and job-title rules for sponsoring a family are in our family visa guide. Attestation of your marriage and birth certificates is a separate cost, and part of it is paid in your home country.
Health card
| Category | Yearly fee | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Expatriate resident, adult or child | QAR 100 | 27 Oct 2026 |
| GCC national living in Qatar | QAR 50 | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Domestic staff | QAR 50 | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Replacement, card still valid (non-Qatari) | QAR 100 | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Replacement, card expired (non-Qatari) | QAR 200 | 27 Oct 2026 |
These amounts are listed on the PHCC (Primary Health Care Corporation) and HMC (Hamad Medical Corporation) websites. One thing changed in April 2026 and one did not. Under Circular No. 10 of 2026, residents can show their QID instead of a printed health card. But the health card fee and its yearly renewal are still charged, as Qatar Tribune reported on 17 April 2026. For Qatari citizens, the QID replaced the health card free of charge in September 2025. See the health card guide.
Driving licence and your car
| Fee | Amount | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Light vehicle licence, residents (5 years) | QAR 250 | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Motorcycle licence, residents (5 years) | QAR 150 | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Heavy vehicle licence, residents (5 years) | QAR 300 | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Learner or temporary licence (3 months) | QAR 150 | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Driving test, each attempt | QAR 50 | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Licence renewal, residents (5 years) | QAR 250, plus QAR 20 if delivered | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Istimara (car registration) renewal | About QAR 100 a year (reported) | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Fahes inspection, private car | About QAR 150 (reported) | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Ownership transfer when selling | QAR 100 | 27 Oct 2026 |
The licence figures come from Qatar Living's July 2026 licence guide, which cites the MOI fee schedule. The Istimara, Fahes and transfer figures come from Qatar Living's October 2026 car-selling article ↗, which gives the Istimara and Fahes amounts only as approximate. For the steps, see renew your driving licence and renew your Istimara.
Attestation and certificates
| Fee | Amount | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| MOFA attestation of an educational certificate | QAR 100 | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Qatar Post collection and return of originals | QAR 40 | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Attestation Completion (documents issued abroad), MOFA fee | QAR 150 | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Qatari mission abroad, under that service | QAR 120, plus the foreign ministry's own fee | 27 Oct 2026 |
These figures are on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) website. The Completion service page also shows a "0.00 QAR" processing line next to these amounts, so confirm with MOFA if it matters for your case. See degree attestation.
Not confirmed: we could not open an official page with the current fee for a police clearance certificate (Good Conduct Certificate) from Qatar, so we have left it out. The fee shows in Metrash before you pay. See police clearance.
Sample budgets
These examples use only the fees above. They don't include PRO charges, translation or fees paid in your home country.
| Scenario | What's included | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Bringing a spouse and two children (first year) | 3 entry visas (600), 1 adult medical (100), 3 residence permits (1,200), 3 health cards (300) | QAR 2,200 |
| Same family, if the permit is QAR 500 | As above, with residence permits at 1,500 | QAR 2,500 |
| Yearly renewal for three dependants | 3 residence permits (1,200) and 3 health cards (300) | QAR 1,500 |
| Car owner, one year | Istimara (about 100), Fahes (about 150), licence spread over 5 years (50) | About QAR 300 |
Traps people fall into
- Paying the QID renewal and forgetting the health card. Since April 2026 you no longer get a new card, but the fee still applies.
- Paying fees your employer owes. Company residence permits, work permits and QID cards are employer costs.
- Missing the 90-day window. After it, the late fine adds up at QAR 10 a day.
- Mixing up official fees and agency charges. Ask any agent for a written split between the two.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to renew a QID for my wife and children?
Recent Qatar Living articles citing the MOI give QAR 400 a year per family member, while older reports and some guides say QAR 500. Add QAR 100 a year each for the health card. Metrash shows the exact total before you pay.
Do I still pay for the health card now that the QID is used instead?
Yes. Since April 2026, residents use their QID at HMC and PHCC instead of a printed card. Qatar Tribune reported that the existing health card and renewal fees continue to be collected.
Who pays the residence permit fee for company employees?
The employer. The company-sponsored residence permit (QAR 1,000 a year), work permit (QAR 100 a year) and QID card (QAR 100) are employer costs.
How does the three-year renewal discount work?
Where a residence permit is eligible for a three-year renewal, a 20% reduction applies to the renewal fee. The sources don't say exactly how it is worked out, so check the total Metrash shows for your case.
What is the fine for renewing my QID late?
You have 90 days after expiry to renew without a fine. After that the fine is QAR 10 a day, up to QAR 6,000 when settled with the MOI.
Sources
- Qatar Living: Qatar government fees for new residents 2026 ↗
- Qatar Living: Iqama renewal in Qatar 2026, timeline and fees ↗
- Qatar Living: Qatar driving licence 2026, eligibility, tests and costs ↗
- PHCC: health card fees ↗
- Qatar Tribune: QID used instead of the health card for residents (17 Apr 2026) ↗
- MOFA Qatar: educational certificate attestation ↗
- MOFA Qatar: Attestation Completion outside Qatar ↗
This article is general information, not legal or financial advice. Rules and fees change, so always check with the official source before you act.