How to obtain a police certificate

Qatar

Do I need to provide a police certificate when applying for permanent residence?
Yes.

How and where do I obtain one?

If you live in Qatar

You must apply in person and provide:

  • two photographs (4x6 cm);
  • a copy of all the passports used in Qatar with the dates of entry and departure clearly shown;
  • a copy of your current passport;
  • a copy of your residence permit;
  • 12 Qatari Riyal (fees are subject to change)

Address:

Ministry of Interior
Director of Criminal Evidence and Information Department
P.O. Box 23004
Doha, State of Qatar
Telephone: 974-450-8666
Location: Waab area

Website: www.moi.gov.qa

If you live outside Qatar

You can:

  • return to Qatar to apply for the police certificate; OR
  • send a representative on your behalf to apply for the police certificate; OR
  • obtain the certificates from a Qatari embassy or consulate by providing the application documents listed below.

Required documents:

  • a copy of the passport that you used in Qatar;
  • a copy of your old or expired residence visa in Qatar;
  • a copy of your current passport (if applying at a Qatari embassy or consulate);
  • a copy of your current valid residence permit (if applying at a Qatari embassy or consulate);
  • a fingerprint form;
  • two photographs; and
  • 30 Qatari Riyal (fees are subject to change).