Entrepreneur Residence Permit (10-Year)
🇶🇦 Qatar visas · Business
What it is
Announced February 2026 for founders and innovators building high-impact businesses. Requires endorsement from a recognized Qatari incubator such as QSTP. Renewable to 10 years.
Key facts
- Category
- Business
- Duration
- 5 years (renewable for further 5 years, total up to 10 years)
- Application fee
- Not publicly disclosed
- Processing time
- 8 weeks
- How to apply
- Mixed
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.
Key requirements
- Endorsement from a recognized Qatari business incubator (e.g., Qatar Science & Technology Park)
- Business plan demonstrating high-impact or innovation-driven venture
- Bank balance of minimum QAR 36,500 maintained over previous 3 months
- Medical and security clearance
Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 18 July 2026.