The fees behind this calculator
| Country | Each family member, per year | One-time fees | Minimum salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | Residence 20 KWD (parents 300 KWD) + health insurance 100 KWD | — | 800 KWD |
| Qatar | Residence permit 500 QAR + health card 100 QAR | Entry visa 200 QAR, medical test 100 QAR | 10,000 QAR, or 6,000 QAR with housing |
| Oman | Resident card 5 OMR for each year | Family joining visa about 30 OMR | Check with the Royal Oman Police |
| Bahrain | Residence permit 95 BHD per application | ID card (CPR) 10 BHD | 400 BHD (1,000 BHD for parents) |
Kuwait raised its residence and health fees in December 2025. Bahrain requires health insurance for the whole permit period from September 2026. Oman's resident cards can now be issued for up to 10 years.
Example
Kuwait, wife and 2 children, one year
About 360 KWD a year.
Frequently asked questions
Who pays my family's residence fees?
The worker pays for his family. The employer pays for the worker's own residence and work permit.
Why is Kuwait so expensive for parents?
Since December 2025 the residence fee for parents and other relatives is 300 KWD a year, plus 100 KWD of health insurance, and new parent residences are rarely approved.
Do I need health insurance for my family?
In Kuwait the health fee is paid with the residence. In Qatar and Bahrain your family needs health insurance; its price depends on the plan, so add it in the form.
Last reviewed: October 2026. Fees change by government decision. Check the final amount in Sahel (Kuwait), Metrash2 (Qatar), the ROP (Oman) or LMRA (Bahrain). This is an estimate.
This page was translated from Arabic. If something is unclear or wrong, please tell us.