Qatar has experienced impressive economic growth in recent years, largely due to revenues generated from natural gas and oil reserves. In line with this, Qatar has been regularly improving and updating its financial and banking systems. Consequently, the country has a well-maintained network of local and international banks.Banking options for expats If you are looking … Read more

Qatar (officially the State of Qatar) is a country on the northeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula, with a sandy desert terrain and a long, glistening Persian Gulf shoreline. Qatar is a land of juxtapositions, with pepperings of small untouched villages and explosions of futuristic cities filled with skyscrapers. Around 60% of the residents in … Read more

Qatar is an increasingly popular tourist destination, with attractions such as the futuristic capital of Doha. It is an interesting choice for expats seeking employment and, despite recent political difficulties, there are a number of opportunities available in construction, education, finance, tourism and other sectors. Whether or not you need a visa will depend on … Read more

Qatar is an interesting choice for expats seeking employment and despite recent political difficulties there are a number of opportunities to be found in construction, education, finance, tourism and other sectors. The Qatari government prioritizes local citizens, so your prospective employer will have to show that there is no qualified Qatari national who could undertake … Read more

Golden sand dunes, clear beaches and vibrant souks – these are just some of the things expats will encounter during their time in Qatar. The country also offers a number of employment opportunities, especially in the petrochemical industry. Qatar has also recently been in the news for its successful bid to host the 2022 FIFA … Read more

At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to their new countries. Today, we’re taking a look at Qatar and some of the social media accounts you should be following if you’re thinking of moving there.Qatar Expat WomenFacebook Page | Twitter Set … Read more

Living in Qatar can be quite the cultural experience, as you get to explore the ways of a new country that might be in many ways deeply different from your own. In 2013, Qatar was listed as the world’s richest country by Forbes, and according to the United Nations Development Program, it has had the … Read more

At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to their new countries. Today, we’re taking a look at Qatar and some of the blogs that might be useful for expats there.Gypsy in the MEhttp://gypsyintheme.squarespace.com/ She says her life is nothing exciting and … Read more

At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to their new countries. Today, we’re taking a look at Qatar and some of the blogs that might be useful for expats there.Follow Your Sunshinehttp://www.followyoursunshine.me/ Leaving behind the verdant (read: rainy) shores of the … Read more

Bearing the impressive distinction of being the richest country in the world per capita, Qatar has a robust economy that is driven by its vast natural gas and oil reserves. The country offers plenty of employment opportunities for expats, in diverse sectors ranging from energy and construction to IT and tourism. The expat community in … Read more

Overseas nationals make up a large portion of the working population in Qatar and English is widely used as the language of business. Job and business opportunities are plentiful and Qatar is considered the easiest country in the world to pay taxes in. Despite the considerable foreign population, eclectic business culture and modern lifestyle, Qatar … Read more

Before travelling to Qatar, it is a good idea for expats to consult their General Practitioner who can assess any health risks and if required, prescribe vaccines or medications. Usually the following vaccinations are recommended for Qatar. • Hepatitis A vaccine for individuals over the age of one, preferably 2 to 4 weeks before travel.• … Read more

Qatar continues to draw a steady stream of expat professionals who move to the country for lucrative job opportunities and a high standard of living. Many expats relocate with their families and prefer to send their children to international schools as public schools use Arabic as the language of instruction. Qatar has many highly reputed … Read more

Every year, Qatar receives a large number of foreigners who move there for lucrative job opportunities, tax-free income and a high quality of life. Despite the fast-paced work life and extreme weather of this desert destination, there are a number of things that expats can do for recreation and leisure. Here are 5 must-try experiences … Read more

Qatar’s significant oil riches have placed it in an elite club worldwide, and it shows no sign of having to become reliant on other industries in the immediate future, as its oil output is expected to remain steady for the next 23 years. Even without economic diversification – a risky situation that leaves Qatar prone … Read more