Qatar's Ministry of Interior Reveals Permanent Residence Process

The Ministry of Interior in Qatar has outlined the application process for foreigners, including Nigerians, seeking a Permanent Residence Card. The process is entirely digital, requiring applicants to have a smart ID card with activated e-services and a smart card reader connected to a computer.

Applicants must visit the Ministry's official website, navigate to the "Electronic Services" section, select "Residence Service," and then choose the "Card" option. After opening a new application window, they must select the appropriate category and tick the boxes next to the ID numbers of qualifying individuals.

Upon submission, applicants receive a confirmation text and a payment receipt. The first phase concludes here, and applicants await a follow-up message.

When this second message arrives, they must log back in to upload specified supporting documents using their ID number. This marks the end of the second phase, and applicants can monitor their submission status through the portal.