Qatar Introduces Rapid Property Titles and Residency for Foreign Investors
Qatar is set to offer property title deeds and real estate residency within days for foreign buyers investing at least $200,000, aiming to attract international investors and streamline ownership processes.
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To attract international investors, Qatar will soon grant both property title deeds and real estate residency within days for foreign buyers purchasing property worth at least US $200,000 (around QR700,000), according to Arabic daily Al Sharq, as reported by Gulf News. The initiative was announced by Eng. Khalid bin Ahmed Al Obaidli, Chairman of the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA), ahead of the Third Real Estate Forum. The programme is being launched in coordination with the Ministries of Interior, Justice, and Labour, along with the Investment Promotion Agency.
Al Obaidli said the step reflects “a unified government approach” to streamline property ownership and ensure efficiency for investors. “All concerned entities are working together as one team to make property ownership in Qatar easier and more efficient,” he told Al Sharq, adding that all projects licensed in 2025 “are free of issues,” and buyers will receive both title deeds and residency under the new system.
The development comes as Qatar’s real estate market continues to expand. The sector recorded QR8.9 billion in property transactions during the second quarter of 2025, marking a 29.8 per cent rise compared to the same period last year. The increase was largely driven by a 114 per cent surge in residential property sales. Under the new framework, foreigners investing at least $200,000 (QAR730,000) will qualify for an immediate title deed and residency linked to their purchase. For properties valued at QAR3.65 million ($1 million) or above, buyers will be eligible for permanent residency, which provides access to healthcare, education, and investment benefits.
RERA confirmed that property ownership is open to both Qataris and non-Qataris. Investors can buy shops, offices, and residential units across various developments, with all ownership and residency procedures accessible through a single digital platform designed to simplify transactions. The authority also stated that Qatar ranks first globally for ease of real estate registration. Ownership documents and architectural plans can be issued within 24 hours, while registration fees remain the lowest in the region at just 0.01 per cent of construction costs. RERA added that the fully electronic building permit system has further streamlined property dealings across the country.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum investment required to get property title deeds and residency in Qatar?
The minimum investment required to get property title deeds and residency in Qatar is US $200,000 (around QR700,000).
What benefits do foreign investors get with permanent residency in Qatar?
Foreign investors who purchase properties valued at QAR3.65 million ($1 million) or above are eligible for permanent residency, which provides access to healthcare, education, and investment benefits.
How long does it take to receive property title deeds and residency in Qatar?
Foreign buyers can receive property title deeds and residency within days of their purchase, as part of Qatar's new initiative to streamline property ownership.
What types of properties can foreign investors buy in Qatar?
Foreign investors can buy shops, offices, and residential units across various developments in Qatar.
How does Qatar rank globally for ease of real estate registration?
Qatar ranks first globally for ease of real estate registration, with ownership documents and architectural plans issued within 24 hours and registration fees as low as 0.01 per cent of construction costs.
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