Qatar to Grant Residency for Property Investments Worth $200,000+

Doha, Qatar – October 13, 2025: The Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) of Qatar has announced that non-Qatari investors who purchase real estate in the country valued at a minimum of $200,000 (QAR 730,000) will now be eligible for an immediate property title and residency permit linked to their ownership.

This initiative forms part of a wider effort to enhance Qatar’s appeal as an international investment destination and aligns with the long-term objectives of the Qatar National Vision 2030, which aims to diversify the economy and attract sustainable foreign investment.

Incentives for Property Investors

According to RERA, both Qataris and non-Qataris are now eligible to own shops, offices, and units within residential complexes and commercial centers across the country.

In addition to the new $200,000 property-based residency program, permanent residency benefits are available for investors who acquire real estate valued at $1 million (QAR 3,650,000) or more. These benefits extend to healthcare, education, and investment privileges, further enhancing the attractiveness of the Qatari property market for high-net-worth individuals.

Ownership opportunities are available across multiple regions in Qatar, supported by a one-stop window that enables investors to complete all procedures and access associated privileges seamlessly.

Simplified Registration and Global Competitiveness

RERA highlighted that Qatar ranks first globally in the ease of property registration, with ownership documents and architectural plans issued in less than one day. The country also maintains the lowest real estate registration fees in the region, with licensing fees set at just 0.01% of construction costs.

The implementation of an advanced electronic building permit system has simplified property transactions nationwide. In addition, the government has introduced measures to ease transitions between real estate projects, strengthening Qatar’s reputation as one of the region’s most investor-friendly markets.

One-Stop Platform for Residency and Ownership

Mubarak Mahboub Al Nuaimi, Director of Licensing and Training Affairs at the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Aqarat), announced that the authority has successfully integrated the procedures of over eight government ministries into a unified digital system.

This streamlined process reduces real estate ownership to just three steps, allowing investors to complete their residency-linked property acquisition within one week, with future plans to shorten this to only a few days.

Speaking at the Qatar Real Estate Forum, during the session titled “Advancing the Real Estate Ecosystem in Qatar: Regulation and Transformation,” Al Nuaimi encouraged developers to adopt electronic contracts, digital ownership transfers, and preliminary title deeds that enable faster investor onboarding and residency issuance.

A Unified Investment Ecosystem

Through the integration of government entities and a centralized one-stop digital platform, RERA has unified access to real estate data, licensing, and incentives, creating a transparent and efficient investment environment.

The process begins with the submission of an application and issuance of a preliminary title deed, followed by the completion of ownership procedures through the one-stop system. The final step involves issuing the deed that qualifies investors for residency in Qatar.

This reform underscores Qatar’s commitment to creating a modern, investor-focused real estate market, offering both accessibility and long-term stability for international buyers.