Packer positions in Al Khor

As per the Ministry of Labour, the minimum basic wage for unskilled workers including packing roles is QAR 1,000 per month under Ministerial Decision No. 12 of 2021, remaining in effect in 2026 for workers earning under QAR 5,000 monthly. Employers must provide accommodation valued at QAR 500-1,000 and food equivalent to QAR 300 monthly. Typical total compensation for packing jobs starts at QAR 1,800 including allowances.

Foreign workers for packing jobs require a job offer from a Qatar sponsor, who applies for a work residence permit valid for 1-5 years via the Ministry of Labour portal as of 2026. Applicants must submit passport valid for 6 months, medical fitness certificate, and police clearance. Entry visa is issued within 2 weeks of approval.

No formal education or prior experience is required for unskilled packing jobs under Qatar Labour Law No. 14 of 2004, applicable in 2026. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and pass a medical exam confirming fitness for physical labor. Age limit is 60 years for expatriate workers.

The sponsor submits the job offer contract, applicant's passport copy, 4 photos, attested educational certificates if any, and medical report to the Ministry of Labour within 1 week of arrival in 2026. Police clearance from home country and HIV-free certificate are mandatory. Processing fee is QAR 300 per permit.