Eid al-Adha in Qatar Expected to Fall on September 1, 2017
Qatar Calendar House announced that the first day of Eid al-Adha will start on September 1, 2017. This holiday is also known as the Feast of the Sacrifice, which commemorates …
Qatar Observance of Eid al-Adha, Feast of Sacrifice
Eid al-Adha is an Islamic festival to commemorate the willingness of Abraham to follow Allah’s (God’s) command to sacrifice his son Ishmael. It is one of the two most important …
Qatar-Saudi Border Reopened for Hajj Pilgrimage
The King of Saudi Arabia, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, has recently ordered that the borders between Saudi and Qatar be reopened. Other borders and airport has also been …
Qatar Allows Visa-Free Entry to 80 Countries
Effective immediately, citizens from 80 countries can visit Qatar without applying for an entry visa. Instead of a visa, visitors will be issued a multi-entry waiver upon entry to Qatar. …
How to Sponsor a Maid in Qatar
Hiring a house helper is common for most families abroad, especially in the Middle East, with agencies readily available to provide candidates for the position. As an expat living in …
How to Apply for a Loan via OWWA
Did you know that as a certified OWWA member, you can apply for a loan to use in your business? With the OFW-EDLP (Enterprise Development and Loan Program), you can! …
List of Public Transportation in Qatar
Getting around Qatar is still possible even if you don’t have your own car. There is public transportation that you can use. You can have buses and taxis to get …
7 Ways to Overcome Homesickness
Congratulations on your new job abroad! You will encounter new adventures, experiences and opportunities. But for sure, you will miss your loved ones back home. It can be a bit …