If you have made the decision to come to the State of Qatar, you should know in advance the type of visa that suits you. Generally, all non-Qatari or GCC citizens entering Qatar need a visa. In most cases, applying for a visa is easy and can be done online through Hukoomi portal or the Ministry of Interior (MOI) website. Immediate visas will be issued for nationals of 33 countries (see below) upon arrival. As for nationals of countries who cannot obtain immediate visas, they must apply for visas ahead of arrival. As for most of those coming to live and work in Qatar, an employer will be r ..read more

Ready to start searching listings and hitting open houses? Save yourself some time by first identifying exactly what you need and want in a home using our checklist. You’ve been pre-approved and know what you can afford, so it’s time to start home shopping. But the hunt for your dream home will stall rapidly if you don’t know what that “dream” looks like. It’s easy to talk in generalities about wanting a “big” house or an “older” home. But in order to better target your real estate search, you must think specifically about your dream dwelling. Will your “big” house be 2,400 square fe ..read more

As warm weather kicks into gear, let these tips inspire you to get the full benefit of your backyard If you’re lucky enough to have an outdoor space, whether it’s a sprawling backyard or a smidgen of a patio, make the most of it with these seven ideas for improving your outdoor area. 1. Curate an outdoor lounge space Looking to re-live a memorable beach vacation? Set up an outdoor lounge space on your patio or in the yard to give your outdoor space a tropical feel. You can scour the internet for lounge chairs, chaise lounges, hammocks and outdoor sectionals, or create your own, like a one-of-a ..read more

The Middle East property market is thriving, no more so than in Qatar, where the luxury residential market has seen ongoing growth. Our residential property advice is supported by research led insights, ensuring that we provide the latest unbiased market updates when buying properties in Qatar. We consistently apply international standards of transparency and due diligence when helping our customers buy or sell in the Qatar property market. We always have a large selection of luxury Qatar properties available for sale ranging from villas, apartments, holiday homes and real estate investment op ..read more

Here are the best nurseries in Doha, Qatar : 1. Tots Corner Nursery Tots Corner prides itself on being a second home for your child. It provides a safe, secure, stimulating and fun environment that help children flourish. At Tots Corner we understand that birth to 8 years are the most formative for all areas of learning and development. Children are given the time and space to observe, explore and investigate in a relaxed environment. All of our teachers are qualified in Childcare with relevant experience, they spend time observing each child to support them and their individual needs. We tak ..read more

Here are the best hotel apartments in Doha, Qatar : 1. The Curve Hotel The Curve Hotel is among the best hotel apartments in Doha, Qatar. Set in Doha, 4.4 km from Qatar International Exhibition Centre and 5 km from Qatar Sports Club Stadium, The Curve Hotel offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. The Curve, as the name implies is based on the hotel’s structure that follows the curvature of the Corniche, Doha’s famous shoreline. The architecture allows its’ guests to enjoy the best views of the city. This is the place to embrace the cit ..read more

The Middle East property market is thriving, no more so than in Qatar, where the luxury residential market has seen ongoing growth. Our residential property advice is supported by research led insights, ensuring that we provide the latest unbiased market updates when buying properties in Qatar. We consistently apply international standards of transparency and due diligence when helping our customers buy or sell in the Qatar property market. We always have a large selection of luxury Qatar properties available for sale ranging from villas, apartments, holiday homes and real estate investment op ..read more

As a tenant, you are expected to occupy the property in a ‘tenant-like’ manner. It’s a slightly odd phrase but essentially means that you should do the things a normal householder should do.  This would include such things as: Changing lightbulbs Changing or testing batteries in smoke or carbon monoxide detectors Not putting things down sinks that might lead them to block Keeping the garden tidy if you have one Regularly cleaning the property Not allowing baths and showers to overflow Managing your tenancy If maintenance issues arise it’s the tenant’s responsibility to let the landlord ..read more

Once notice has been served, either by the landlord or the tenant, you will need to prepare for your next move and the landlord will most likely also begin their search for a new tenant. Your tenancy agreement will normally permit the landlord or agent to conduct viewings in the last few weeks of the tenancy, as long as they provide adequate notice, and so you will need to accommodate this. Even though it can feel like an inconvenience at times, it is always in your best interest to work with your landlord in finding a new tenant. Preparing to leave the property Though it’s always tempting to ..read more

With the distinct lack of affordability in the sales market, over the course of the last decade more and more people are renting, up to a third of the population in urban centres.  Renting is an option of choice for many now because of the flexibility it offers: Long term tenancies start from as little as 6 months and you can move after this time if it doesn’t work for you. Being able to give notice to vacate lets you test relationships, whether that’s a new flatmate or a new partner Working lives have changed and people change job, including their location, more frequently and renting m ..read more