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QF Sponsorship 101
100
In order to travel outside of Qatar, you must first apply for a ____________.
Business Leave (BL) Notification (formerly known as an Exit Permit).
100
What two appointments are required in order for someone to be approved for an RP?
Medical and fingerprinting.
100
If a student is selected to travel on an NU-Q sponsored trip, how much does the student need to pay to participate?
500 QAR
100
Can international students work on campus?
Yes!
200
How many days in advance must a BL request be submitted?
5 business days
200
How long does it typically take to get an RP?
3-6 weeks
200
Q: If you’re traveling on an NU-Q sponsored trip, what’s the international emergency service provider you could call?
Global Rescue
200
If a student finds a job off campus and the employer requires a No Objection Certificate (NOC), does QF supply one?
No.
300
In order for your BL request to be approved, your student account must have a balance of ____________.
Zero.
300
Once issued, how long is a student RP valid for?
1 year
300
If a student plans to travel frequently and wants to bypass immigration lines at HIA, they should use their _____.
E-Gate
300

If a student loses their Qatar ID or passport, who should they report it to?

Government Relations Manager, Saeed Mohamed

400
If a student submits a BL request after the deadline, how much is charged to their student account?
100 QAR
400
At least how many business days should you allow in order to renew my RP?
5
400
If a student is on Financial Aid, who is responsible for covering the cost of visa fees?
Student
400
If a student loses their Qatar ID and needs to have it replaced, how much will that cost?
200 QAR
500
How will a student know when an exit permit has been processed?
Email.
500
How long can a student be out of the country before their RP expires?
6 months
500
If a student has a family emergency and needs to travel with a balance on their account, who should they talk to?
Amy Khatib or Barry Sexton in the Business & Finance Office
500
What do you need if you’ve been out of the country for more than six months?
Re-entry permit
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