Foreign investors purchasing real estate in Qatar valued at $200,000 (approximately QR700,000) or more will soon be able to obtain both property title deeds and residency permits within days, according to a new initiative announced by the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA).

The announcement was made by Eng. Khalid bin Ahmed Al Obaidli, Chairman of RERA, who said the move reflects “a unified government approach” to simplify investment procedures and encourage international participation in Qatar’s real estate market. The initiative will be formally launched at the upcoming Third Real Estate Forum in partnership with the Ministries of Interior, Justice, and Labour, as well as the Investment Promotion Agency.

Speaking to Al Sharq newspaper, Al Obaidli explained that “all concerned entities are working together as one team to make property ownership in Qatar easier and more efficient,” adding that all licensed projects for 2025 “are free of issues,” ensuring investors receive both title deeds and residency under the new streamlined system.

The reform arrives amid strong market growth. Qatar’s real estate sector recorded transactions worth QR8.9 billion in the second quarter of 2025, a 29.8% increase compared to the same period last year. The surge was largely driven by a 114% jump in residential property sales, signalling renewed investor confidence and heightened demand.

Under the new framework, foreign buyers who invest at least $200,000 (QAR730,000) in property will qualify for immediate ownership rights and residency linked directly to their purchase. For those spending QAR3.65 million ($1 million) or more, the benefits extend further, buyers will become eligible for permanent residency, granting access to Qatar’s healthcare, education, and investment opportunities.

RERA confirmed that property ownership will be available to both Qataris and non-Qataris, covering residential units, offices, and commercial spaces within malls and mixed-use developments across the country. The authority has also introduced a one-stop digital platform where investors can complete all ownership and residency formalities online, reducing bureaucracy and turnaround time.

According to RERA, Qatar ranks first globally for ease of real estate registration, issuing ownership documents and architectural plans in under 24 hours. The country also maintains one of the lowest property registration fees in the region, just 0.01% of construction costs, while its fully digital building permit system continues to streamline property transactions nationwide.

The initiative is expected to position Qatar as one of the most investor-friendly property markets in the Gulf, attracting new international buyers and reinforcing the country’s drive toward economic diversification.