Living and Working in Doha, Qatar as an Expat | Expats Everywhere
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- Опубліковано 26 жов 2019
- ExpatsEverywhere talks to Casey about her experience as an expat in Doha, Qatar. She discusses types of jobs available, how much money you can save, things to do, safety, what you should wear, the Hamad card, and much more. Be sure to watch her full interview to get your questions answered!
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www.ILoveQatar.net
www.QatarLiving.com
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I don't know why, but youtube recommended this video when world cup happening, three years after the video out.
Thank you for great interview, i get so much information about qatar 👏👏👏
Love this video! All the bases covered, can't wait to get there!
Thank you very much! We appreciate the feedback. Enjoy your time in Doha.
Really good video. Clear, concise and well presented answers! I'm seriously considering doha for work!
Thank you! Thanks for watching and your feedback. Doha is an awesome place. One of our bloggers is currently living there.
J S, we gave you a shout out on our weekly Review/Preview episode. Check it out here: ua-cam.com/video/W3bo-bSyoiE/v-deo.html Thanks again for the comment!
Very informative! Thank you for making this video.
Michael Hansen You’re very welcome. Thank you so much for the positive feedback. Let us know if there’s something else you’re looking for and we’ll try to make it happen.
This was very informative. Thank you. Although I do disagree with one thing. Not having access to alcohol is a PRO not a con. One thing all people say about Qatar is how safe it is. Why do you think that this? Well Im pretty sure one of the main reasons is because theres no access to alcohol. When people are drunk they act violent and foolish.
Thanks for the positivity and comment. South Korea has a huge drinking culture and it's one of the safest countries in the world in regards to personal safety. In general, when you see drunken violence there, it's coming from the foreigners, which would mean there's something more cultural at work than JUST alcohol.
@@ExpatsEverywhere were not South Koreans .. when we're drunk we act violent. I mean a drunk person is not aware of thing he is doing that's why it's called being drunk
@@ExpatsEverywhere there is a recent incident which just recently have taken place in south korea bcz of alcohol. If you have read about the drunk student who killed his friend when he was drunk, drowned in han river
I completely agree. The traffic is already bad enough! Other than the awful driving, and boredom being stuck alone sometimes, I remember smiles all over the place. If you have a good enough income and are not a Muslim, you can get a card that lets you buy alcohol in the one store in Qatar that sells it. This card also lets you buy pork which is in the same store. it's in a room which you enter passing through hanging platic strips, like the adult section of a video store. Also you can go to a Sports Bar in one of many hotels.
Holy based. Alcohol sucks.
This was amazing interview. Actually, good !
sana mir 🙏
So brave to start over abroad! I’m jelly, would love to do this!!
You should! You can do it.
Hey there, Casey is a great person, i will like to meet her when i come to Qatar and also meet the Expats Everywhere team. Thanks for this video. It has really boosted my interest for Qatar.
Casey is great! The ExpatsEverywhere Team probably won't be in Doha again until the World Cup 😁 - Josh & Kalie
@@ExpatsEverywhere Okay. I wish to see you guys when you come around, i will still be around.
I am about to start a job in Doha and found the info in the video very useful and couraging about living in Doha. I feel better about the potentials of living there. Thanks a lot.
You're welcome. So glad that you found it useful.
Hi Kadir, congrats on the job! I am currently job hunting in Doha hoping to build a plan before flying over. How did you find your opportunity? Or any connections?
Yaaay Casey ! Thank you,
Very detailed interview! I am happy that Qatar has so much to give to the Westerners!
Thanks for the feedback and compliment. Are you in Qatar now?
Thanks for the information 👍
You're welcome, Pradeep.
Thank you for thisss❤
You're welcome 😊
Im leaving to Doha next year. Can't wait to get there and start my working carrier 😊
Awesome, keep us posted. All the best! - The ExpatsEverywhere Team
Why any reason to leaving Qatar
I have done civil engineering diploma and material testing diploma I have but I have no experience on site can I get a job in material testing beacuse I have an Year experience in material testing.....
watching this video in 2022, thank you so much this is very informative !
You're welcome. Thank you Mohammed. - Josh & Kalie
I enjoyed this interview alot. Very good information.
Glad you enjoyed it! Let us know if there's other stuff you'd like to see.
@@ExpatsEverywhere she was worthless if she isn’t going to tell us how much MONEY she’s making
Thanks - useful. I’m moving to Qatar at the end of the month for a contract.
Awesome 👏 congratulations. Keep us posted on how you do there. Are you going to teach?
Guys I am traveling to Doha next week to start working there so exited.
How has it been for you?
Great questions
Thank you! Thanks for watching too. If you know someone else that would like this kind content, please share it.
Great video and excelent information
Thank you! We appreciate the feedback.
The country is growing
Thorough. Thanks.
Great video
Thank you.
Good to see your vlog dear..have you stopped posting????Love you😍😘😘
Nope, we haven't stopped.
Liked and subbed. American here working in doha.
Thanks, The Golden Rule. Glad to have you onboard. How do you like Doha? Will we see you there during the World Cup next year?! - Josh
Wow I really didn’t feel 26 mnts length of interview. Amazing :)
That's great to hear, Asaad!
@@ExpatsEverywhere Thank you tou guys are doing great job. I have a sugestion. There are Erupion expats in Siwa in Egypt. I was so surprised that Siwa the very desert place has expats not only tourists but also expats teaching English. If you can contact one of them it would be a great episode.
Hi Casey
Thanks for the great informative video
I would like to reach out to you. I'm looking for a job in IT. You mentioned you know of a friend that works for an IT company
Love qatar ❤
Nice. Us too.
Thank you! Very need!!!!! I have a job offer!
Best of luck! Keep us posted on what you do.
I really appreciated getting all of the answers to my questions in one place. I still do not know how my salary will translate into the cost of living there...she was not very specific. A follow up would be nice with someone who isn't squeamish about the topic of $.
Thank you so much for the feedback! Some of our interviewees don't want to open up about money for different reasons.
Myanmar is relatively cheap so if you're making a comparable salary from your home country and you can live well in your home country on that salary, then you'll save in Myanmar if you choose to live the same standard of life. Does that make sense?
Use a resource like Numbeo as a guide to compare where you're living and where you want to go. We appreciate the comment and hope you find our other videos as useful if not more.
Re: meat. You can only buy pork at one store. However, there is "cow bacon" which I like better than pig bacon. Also lamb is much cheaper than in Canada.
Good tip.
Interesting for me
Hi, if you have been given a housing allowance of QAR 12,000 per month..will it be enough for a family status? QAR 2,000 transport allowance, is it also good? Thanks
Very good interview. What year is this? Do you have a video interview during the pandemic? How is DOHA during this pandemic times?
This interview was shot and turned around pretty quickly so its date of Oct 2019 is around the time of when it was recorded. We have another one from 2020 ua-cam.com/video/i-6AdSHLb2g/v-deo.html but Covid isn't a huge feature of the interview.
Im a non-native teacher of English .Do you think i have a chance in Doha?
Thank you . This was very informative
He'll, can make vidoe for IT jobs in Qatar please?...
My two cousin's live there they work for Qatar Airways 🇶🇦 they've been there for many years
Thanks a lot
I am a dentist working in the UK and would love to work in Qatar. I hear their healthcare system is world class. I am of African descent and scared of racism though😢
Did you see our other Qatar interview? It's with a Kenya that's living in Doha. In general, there is a class and passport hierarchy present.
I have a BA in Creative Writing, I'm an NCTJ qualified journalist and I also have a CELTA. I have one years teaching experience in South Korea and two years teaching Chinese students online. I have also worked as a copywriter for several years. Will it be relatively easy for me to gain employment in Qatar? Is there much need for English copywriters?
I love this❤️... I have a question though, as a fresh graduate (masters, civil engineering) with no work experience, whats the best option, apply for phd in qatar or a job as a civil engineer???
Thank you. Engineering ist a little too niche for us, however, why go for the best option if your goal is to live in Qatar? Why not try both? Identify companies in your industry that are hiring, apply to them, and also apply for phd programs at schools in Qatar that you'd like to attend. If you get into the program and a job, you'll have the option to weigh the pros and cons for what works best for you!
It's almost impossible to get into a program that you've never applied for or someone sees you walking down the street and offers you a job in the field you want to work in. You've got to take action and ownership and get out there to make it happen. You've got this, Engr Aziz! Keep us posted on your progress. We look forward to hearing from you.
❤️Love from India Kerala 🇮🇳🇮🇳
Thanks for the love!
Great video. Arriving soon in Qatar!! Is $1000 dollars really enough to survive that first month with a similar package to yours?
If your apartment is equipped and paid for, it should be okay.
To put it in short if a person is earning well nobody would ever leave Qatar. It is safe, good food, health care,no taxes,respect ful and approachable people and good place for your children to grow.
Thanks for the comment. Are you an expat in Qatar?
@@ExpatsEverywhere Yes,in Qatar for v long.
Wow! I can't wait to come over as a teacher next year
@expats everywhere can i work in sales while i cant speak arabic in Qatar also can i change industry
Thank for the information.Are schools free for expat children
It really depends on the package the company gives you. Thanks for watching.
First, thank you for the information about teaching in Qatar. I have French degree from New York and I would love to teach French/ English in Qatar; is that possible ?
Thank you.
Are you state certified to teach in the US or Canada? If so, look at international schools. They'd hire French teachers for their programs. Thanks! - Josh & Kalie
Great interview, thank you 👍🏼
So I am not crazy to think about moving from Amsterdam to living in Qatar!? 🧐
What about schools in Qatar? How much does it cost per child?
Thank you!
Why would you be crazy?
School fees there are all over the board and there are varying degrees of "international schools". www.edarabia.com/qatar-school-fees/
@@ExpatsEverywhere thanks for your helpful reply,
Moving from Europe and come to live in Qatar sounds like crazy idea!(my wife said! 😁)
I have 2 children, and I am not sure if my salary will cover the cost of the international schools? You know here the kids will get a good quality education. By the way I am an IT support engineer..
@@hatemkashwa1769 You're welcome. Is your company relocating you? You should certainly negotiate international school fees. We have an ExpatsEverywhere contributor working in Doha now so we can ask, which schools have the best reputations.
It's not a crazy idea. Doha is a lovely place plus you'll have the World Cup in a few years. 😁
@@ExpatsEverywhere
Awesome, thanks 💐
I am not sure if there are Dutch schools in Qatar? They are good like here in Netherlands & Belgium..
Infect I haven’t apply for jobs in Qatar yet..
@@hatemkashwa1769 your wife stuck in the early 2000s. Europe is over rated. I would choose the US, UK, or the GCC countries over Europe.
"Qatar's flag - the symbol of pride and dignity - with its purple-red (maroon) and white, stimulates our enthusiasm and dignity."
Hi
Thank you for this video, very informative and covered many areas. With regards to the work contract, what should be included in the contract? I heard it is not as detailed as here in Europe. Thank you.
You're welcome. Glad it was helpful! The main takeaway that Casey left us with was negotiate and add as much detail as you need/want/feel comfortable with. So take a contract that you like from a European employer and make sure that those items are covered in your contract with your company in Qatar.
@@ExpatsEverywhere Thank you! and another question. I will be working for a private household. There are not much information in this regards. Do you have any available information or will you be able to direct me to any relevant sites for further information? Thank you very much for your help in advance.
Are there any academic or school librarian jobs available? I am doing Google searches too
Surely in the international schools. It's better to sign up with ISS or Search Associates for their job databases. - Josh & Kalie
I would definitely go to the Souq Waaf with a 36 lay-over. Being a museum lover, I'd go to the very fine Museum of Islamic Arts. I met some Iranians there who said that the MIA has a better collection of some Iranian artifacts than you'd find in Iran. They were probably being polite.
Wow, that's incredible.
Anyone know if an unmarried couple can share a hotel room in Doha? My boyfriend and I are coming from the U.S. and need to know if we can share or if we need to book separately. Any info helps!
You can …. + contact the hotels to confirm just so you feel comfortable
Hello Expats Everywhere
please i have a question for you guys.
when a company brings you to qatar to work and you are being quarantined upon arrival. Can you opt to quit and want to return to your home country, without even starting the work?
I hope my question is clear.
thanks
Hi James.
Your question is clear. Unfortunately, we don't have an answer but only an opinion. We believe you would be able to quit and go back to your home country. You should certainly have the freedom to do so.
But why would you quit even before the job starts??😅😅. Think we'll before making decisions.
@@estherike4536 well. I’m still here now.
I was stuck between two options. I guess I thought about it well😁😁
Thanks 🙏
Hey there, great video with alot of valuable informations!
I am thinking of relocating to qatar for work, I have a German Apprenticeship degree (3 1/2 years of Working practical & studying the profession at an institution) as an Electrician specialized on house & energy technology, I havent found alot online about chances to get a good job in doha in this field nor information on if my german apprenticeship degree gives me better chances on a having a nice salary, maybe u have some knowledge on that u could share? I'd appreciate it!
Keep up the amazing videos, I'd love to get some feedback on my question!
Thanks, Alex.
We're interested in sourcing another interview about Doha since this one is several years old now. It will be on a new channel that we're starting as this channel is mainly about Portugal now. Hope to see you over there. We'll take into consideration trying to find someone in your field to interview. 😁
How I can get qatar ID I’m from america I have business in America but I just want to live qatar how I can do that. I hear that you have to have company to respond to your self. Is any chance I can live there without response.
hi ihave a question,
How much does homes dinner cost in qatar mountly?
Thank you
Are you asking how much it costs to eat at home for dinner?
@@ExpatsEverywhereyes please
are there many vegetarian/vegan options in Doha?
Let us get back to you on that one while we ask our contacts there.
Emily Moore the verdict is that they do alright with options. Also, some of the western grocery stores will carry a decent amount of things as well.
how can i aply for a job Am an architect living in ethiopia
How to actually find a banking job in Qatar as an expat?
Sarah Tara the most traditional way would be to look at international banks that do business that and see where they post jobs. It could be an internal site for them.
I am an experienced field service engineer install and maintenance CT scan and MRI in GE healthcare, do you think that i have chance to get a job in qatar please?
Great question and we'll be 100% honest, we're not sure. You're talking about a highly technical skill that's extremely specific. In saying that, being an expert in a field is rarely ever a bad thing, but the jobs might be limited. You might just need to check into those hospitals and those board or organizations that are responsible for the development of the health care sector in Qatar. Do you currently work for a company that manufacturers this type of equipment? If so, check with your HR about opportunities there or being relocated to Qatar altogether.
@@ExpatsEverywhere thank you very much for your reply, do you know how do get in touch with healthcare organizations ?
My email m.mena2@yahoo.com
Appreciate your help.
Hi!!! Firstly thank you so much for the information provided.. My name is Zameer i live in Mumbai(India).. I am planning to shift to Qatar.. I am a Shipping professional working at Container ports.. I need your advice if you have any idea what salary they offer in qatar for a shipping profeesional at container ports.
Sorry, Zameer. We're not familiar with your industry.
Is there any vacancy for account teacher? I have no extra ordinary efficiency to speak English. But I have good and wast experience to teach account in my regional language. Is it possible for me to get job in Qatar?
Honestly, there's only one way to find out and that's to put together a good draft/template email and start finding schools you'd like to work for and contact them directly.
@@ExpatsEverywhere thanks for ur best support and guidance.
@@imtiyazkhandavirajkot926 You're very welcome. Glad we could help out a bit.
How much is a single person monthly rent at Doha ?
Good question. It depends a lot. Some jobs actually give a living stipend or provide housing. In the city, a normal range for a 1 br apt is 3,500 to 8,000 QAR.
@@ExpatsEverywhere are you kidding me? , That's much expensive, as I heard there are single rooms around 1,000 QAR per calendar month.
@@experimenttv7619 If you're renting a room, maybe but what standard of living are you looking for?
www.propertyfinder.qa/en/search?bf=0&bt=1&c=2&gclid=CjwKCAiAudD_BRBXEiwAudakX39wE7ANgucPB_PFo6F-iX_aqQlWslvpNrC9v5OTRLI_SgVM_3rRSxoCSk0QAvD_BwE&l=9&ob=pa&rp=m&t=1
Can I get job in Qatar beacuse I'm fresh civil engineering diploma holder and one Year material testing but I have one year experience in material testing . Can I get job please inform I'm ready to come to Qatar and I have an Year diploma in computer IT and graduation degree
I want job in material testing
I'd like to hear more on women's rights and your thoughts and experience living in a country where media, freedom of speech and selection is highly regulated.
Problem?
@@salut4396 I don't understand your point here. My comment was for the video creator.
@@sandracespedes5606 We don't need western women's rights in Qatar
Western countries are most propagandized in the world, you’ll be fine
What is your profession there
Teacher.
Can you make a video about taxes in Qatar and if American expats pay us taxes?
Sarah Tara No income tax for expats in Qatar. You will need to file US taxes but you might not have to pay. We have a video on taxes for Americans
ua-cam.com/video/qfkW8SHJV7o/v-deo.html
www.taxesforexpats.com/qatar/guide
Im Canadian. I formally became a non-resident in Canada for three years there and didnt pay tax. I became a "Can resident" again and when I worked for 4 mos., I declared the income as business income. Fortunately my tax status includes a freelance career component so that was no problem. There is no income tax for you in Qatar
Hello Expat Everywhere, I acquired masters in archives and records management Bachelor's degree in "library and information studies, meaning am a" qualified information specialist. I would to stay in Qatar for real. Are there opportunities for this field in Qatar?
Did you happen to email us at info@expatseverywhere.com today?
Im confused about going there , here I have a great experience and info but on the other hand you can only find horrendous experiences of people that have been working there , they compare their experience to a nightmare .
Hi Alfredo, what industry do you want to work in and what industry are you finding these horrendous experiences in? The reason we ask is because most teachers we know have good experiences and their experience does hinge on the school they're teaching at. Also we have an interview with a Kenya that works as a personal trainer and his experience has been mixed partially due to lower wages and struggles with classism.
I was reading this kind of bad experiences was more on the industrial field but I was trying to apply for an hospitality position and I have read some negativr comments about it , so thats why Im not sure about this
The hospitality industry has been widely reported as poor. There are many reports, especially from lower ranking passport countries that have had wages reduced or gone unpaid. Unless you're looking at a managerial position from a top passport country, it's advisable to proceed with serious caution.
I should study Arabian countries.
Hello Mam.....I'm Your new subscriber in UA-cam channel Really it's helpful...
Can I ask you something about MEP...
Because I'm Civil Engineering Graduate Mam...Now I'm Joining MEP training in Civil Engineering ( Structural and architectural ).....And After completion of this One They send in to the Gulf countries With experience And Reference Also Soooo.....
How much can I get salary ?
ANY SUGGESTIONS SIR FORM YOUR SIDE
Thanks for subscribing and watching. We don't have enough information about MEP to give accurate information regarding it or what salaries could be. Sorry.
Good
Thanks.
So the pay is $4.5k/yr? Wow that’s really low
Yeah that math isn’t making sense from what they said unless everything else is paid for.
I think that is her monthly income, and if so, it would be around $54,000 a year.
Didn’t even mention oil and gas in the jobs section lol
what about corruption, working environment, ?
Our friends experience was a good work environment and no corruption. On a larger scale, it does exist and work environment varies from place to place depending on who's managing it.
@@ExpatsEverywhere
if the corruption happens. Will the government in Qatar punish them strictly?.
because I think a good and healthy environment of the workplace can be affected by this aspects also.
professionalism will be dead in a corrupt environment.
Many thanks
What About Lady Fitness Studios, Marriage To Other Guest Workers, Medications, Pets and Sexuality?
We haven't done an interview to cover that stuff yet. Thanks for the comment.
cc hello
can you give me emails of schools that have good salaries in qatar please
kindergarten and primary school
Hello, a couple of great resources would be ISS or Search Associates.
Is it allowed to have a boyfriend
Westerner get much higher salaries than others , why not they enjoy then
That's true. Westerners do get offered more money.
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She needs pork ? The cheapest and nastiest animal . God blessed her to get away from the forbidden and she just can't help it
Please exercse tolerance. This is the modern, international world here. People make their own decisions about whether to follow a religion or not.
@@granthurlburt4062 oh so tolerant and modern your international world is. Can you give one example of this great moral ideals you speak of ? Listen if you were as tolerant as you claim what you'd allow me to state my opinion without criticism. If you haven't realized pork is not Good for you go read scripture or Look at the diseases that come about from excessive pork consumption.
Ha ha ha how safe it is? That's a racist Q I can tell you! Is America SAFE????
NYC State of Mind 🤦♂️ 🤦♀️ That’s a question we ask for every single expat interview because it’s a common question have when considering moving somewhere. This interview is about Doha, Qatar and has nothing to do with America. If you’re asking us if America is safe, some places yes and others no.
It is not in the least a racist question. It's a perfectly legitimate question.
I lived in the US for 9 years and in Qatar for 4 years. Qatar is far safer than many parts of the US where I've been, includng Miami, Newark, parts of New York City, Los Angeles, Wilkes-Barre, and Pittsburgh. I was hugely concerned visiting Philadelphia for my safety and driving through St Louis, Missouri. Canada is far safer than the US but there are parts of Toronto I wouldnt want to be at night. Nowhere in Doha (or Oman, or the UAE is like that).
She doesn’t look happy!
Casey really likes her job and living in Doha, she's been there several years now.
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