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Qatar Residency by Real Estate

Sponsor-free Qatar residence through freehold property.

Minimum investment
QAR 730,000
Passport visa-free (on citizenship)
99
Processing
1–3 months
Visit / stay
Varies by tier – your advisor confirms

Buy online · 2026

Qatar Residency by Real Estate online

Secure your place in the Qatar residence by investment programme today. Minimum investment QAR 730,000, handled end-to-end by a licensed advisor.

  1. ReserveUS$500 online
  2. Pre-eligibilityDue diligence screening
  3. Submit & investPaid to the government
  4. Residence permit1–3 months

Investment options · Frequently asked questions

Overview

Qatar grants residence to foreign buyers of freehold property in designated zones such as The Pearl, Lusail and West Bay Lagoon. Property worth at least QAR 730,000 (about US$200,000) qualifies for a renewable, sponsor-free residence permit.

Property of QAR 3.65 million (about US$1 million) opens the way to permanent residency with access to public healthcare and education, although approvals at that tier are limited each year.

Key benefits

  1. Sponsor-free residence
  2. No personal income or capital gains tax
  3. Freehold ownership in prime zones
  4. Permanent residency tier for larger investors
  5. Spouse and children included

Investment options

Residence permit via property

Freehold zones such as The Pearl, Lusail and West Bay Lagoon; renewable.

QAR 730,000

Permanent residency via property

Adds public healthcare and schooling; limited annual approvals.

QAR 3,650,000

Family & requirements

Who can be included
Spouse and children
Visit or residence
Varies by tier – your advisor confirms
Path to citizenship
Permanent residency available for QAR 3.65M property (approvals are capped).
Processing time
1–3 months
  • No personal income or capital gains tax
  • Sponsor-free residence
  • Freehold ownership in designated zones

Qatar passport: travel access

99destinations without a visa in advance
  • 66 visa-free
  • 26 visa on arrival
  • 7 eTA
  • 29 eVisa
  • Schengen Area – visa required
  • United Kingdom – no visa in advance
  • Ireland – visa required
  • Canada – no visa in advance
  • United States – no visa in advance
  • Singapore – no visa in advance
  • Japan – no visa in advance
  • South Korea – no visa in advance
  • Brazil – no visa in advance
  • Russia – no visa in advance
  • China – no visa in advance
  • United Arab Emirates – no visa in advance
  • Switzerland – visa required
  • Australia – visa required
  • New Zealand – no visa in advance
Show all 99 destinations

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Source: Wikipedia – Visa requirements for Qatari citizens, updated 29 Sep 2026. Always confirm entry rules with the destination before travel.

How Citizenship Shop helps

Add the program to your cart or click Buy now to reserve it for US$500. Create your client account and complete the pre-eligibility questions at checkout. A senior advisor then reviews your profile within one business day, confirms the best investment route and the exact government fees for your family, and prepares your application with a licensed local agent.

Qatar Residency by Real Estate: FAQ

How much does the Qatar Residency by Real Estate cost?

The minimum investment is QAR 730,000. Available options: Residence permit via property (QAR 730,000); Permanent residency via property (QAR 3,650,000). The investment is paid directly to the government or approved project, never to us.

How long does the Qatar Residency by Real Estate take?

Processing typically takes 1–3 months from submission of a complete application. Your advisor gives you a personal timeline after the pre-eligibility review.

Can I include my family in the application?

Family members who can be included: Spouse and children. Your advisor checks each dependant’s eligibility before you apply.

Do I need to visit or live in Qatar?

Varies by tier – your advisor confirms. Rules change from time to time, so your advisor confirms the current requirement in writing.

Does the Qatar Residency by Real Estate lead to citizenship?

Permanent residency available for QAR 3.65M property (approvals are capped).

Official source

Prices and rules on this page were verified on 28 September 2026 against: Qatar Real Estate Regulatory Authority.

Governments revise fees and thresholds without notice. Your advisor confirms the exact figures in writing before any investment is made.

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