All publications: Qatar
Briefing note
The background to the ILO-Qatar technical cooperation programme
This note sets out the steps taken under the ILO supervisory mechanism and the subsequent negotiations that lead to the opening of the Project Office in Qatar in 2018. It summarizes some of the key developments under the technical cooperation...
2022
2022 Progress report on the technical cooperation programme between the Government of Qatar and the ILO
This document provides an annual progress report on the technical cooperation programme agreed between the Government of Qatar and the ILO for 2022.
2022
Labour reforms in Qatar: Coming together around a shared vision
Since 2018, Qatar has introduced major labour reforms that have improved the conditions for hundreds of thousands of migrant workers in the country. This publication presents the key achievements and remaining challenges of Qatar's labour reform...
Presentation - Independent final evaluation of the ILO technical cooperation programme with the State of Qatar, phase I (2018-21)
This presentation of the independent evaluation highlights the report in a visual manner and is tailored for professional and general audiences.
Labour mobility
What is the procedure to change jobs in Qatar?
All workers in Qatar are able to change employers without having to first obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC). This flowchart explains the steps to follow when changing jobs.
Labour mobility
Changing jobs in Qatar - Key information for workers
All workers in Qatar can change jobs without having to obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) anytime during their contract period. These FAQs provide helpful information for workers regarding the procedures to change employers.
Labour mobility
Labour mobility in Qatar - Key information for employers
All workers in Qatar can change jobs without having to obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) anytime during their contract period. This document provides helpful information for employers on the new changes.
2021
2021 Progress report on the technical cooperation programme between the Government of Qatar and the ILO
This document provides an annual progress report on the technical cooperation programme agreed between the Government of Qatar and the ILO for 2021.
Report
One is too many: The collection and analysis of data on occupational injuries in Qatar
This report presents an in-depth analysis of work-related deaths and injuries in Qatar in 2020, the processes through which data is collected, and how the current processes can be improved.
Promising practices for fair recruitment: Piloting fair recruitment from Bangladesh to Qatar in the construction sector
This promising practice is part of a series, and results from a stocktaking exercise undertaken five years after the launch of the Fair Recruitment Initiative (FRI).
Access to justice
Qatar’s Labour Dispute Resolution explained – a guide for workers
What’s the process for workers to submit a complaint to the Ministry of Labour in Qatar? This flowchart provides basic guidance on the steps to follow in case of labour dispute between workers and employers, as well as details on how the resolution...
Qatar's minimum wage: FAQs for workers
Frequently Asked Questions to help workers understand the non-discriminatory minimum wage for Qatar.
Qatar's minimum wage: FAQs for employers
Frequently Asked Questions to help employers understand the non-discriminatory minimum wage for Qatar.
Social dialogue
Promoting an inclusive workplace culture
Social dialogue
Occupational Safety and Health (OSH)
Social dialogue
Social Services in the Establishment
Social dialogue
Training Programmes for Workers
Social dialogue
Production and Productivity
Social dialogue
The Organization of Work
GB.340/INS/11
Progress report on the technical cooperation programme agreed between the Government of Qatar and the ILO
This document provides an annual progress report on the technical cooperation programme agreed between the Government of Qatar and the ILO