Work in Qatar for a corporation based in Namibia

Can I work remotely for a company in Namibia while being in Qatar?

It is usually doable, but we recommand to check the following key points first:

  1. If you are in Qatar, you are not allowed to work from a company in Namibia. You must be a Qatari national.
  2. If you are in Namibia, you are not allowed to work for a company in Qatar. You must be a Namibian national.
  3. If you are in Qatar, you can work from a company in Namibia, but you will need a Qatari sponsor.
  4. If you are in Namibia, you can work for a company in Qatar, but you will need a Namibian sponsor.

What is the difference between a visa and a work permit?
A visa is a document issued by the government to a person, who is intending to stay in a certain country. It is valid for a certain period of time.
A work permit is a document issued by the government to a person, who is intending to work in a certain country.

How to live in Qatar and find remote work in Namibia?

Finding remote work in Namibia if you are located in Qatar might be difficult, therefore we recommend you to read our guide on how to relocate to Namibia from Qatar.

Qatar is a beautiful country in the middle east, with a population of 2.7 million people. Qatar is known for its high standard of living, with an average GDP of $104,000 per capita.
The country is known for its natural resources, and has become the world’s largest exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG).
Qatar is a very stable country with a long history, and a large expat community.

How a company in Namibia can send my salary in Qatar?

When working remotely for a corporation in Namibia, you salary can be send to Qatar but only if you have a contract with the company.

If you do not have a contract, you will not be paid.
How can I get a work visa in Qatar? If you are a foreigner, you will need a work visa in Qatar.
If you are a local citizen, you will need a residence permit in Qatar.
You can apply for a residence permit online.
How can I apply for a work visa in Qatar? You can apply for a work visa online.

Where to pay my taxes when working remotely in Qatar for a company in Namibia?

If you are working remotely in Qatar for a corporation established in Namibia, taxes could seem complicated but in fact , the situation is quite simple.

Qatar is a country with a population of 2.4 million people and it is located in the Middle East. The capital of Qatar is Doha, a city with a population of about 1.8 million people.
In Qatar, you can work for a company registered in Namibia, but you must know that you will be required to pay taxes in Qatar. In this case, you will have to pay taxes to the Qatar government.
You can pay taxes in Qatar either through your employer or directly to the government. In the first case, you will need to fill out a form that will be sent to your employer. The employer will then forward it to the government.
In the second case, you will need to fill out a form that will be sent to the government. You will need to provide all the necessary information regarding your income and deductions.
If you are working for a company in Qatar, you must know that you will be required to pay taxes in Qatar.