Qatar Living

I came across this interesting question the Qatar Living forum for those who are considering of coming here to work... Better get your calculation right. The question is as follows:

How much should I expect to save in 20,000/- pm ?

Hi,

How much should I expect to save in 20,000/- pm. I am married with no kids and considering a reasonable life style. This is an all in pay i.e I would have to take care of my housing also

Also what is the cost of car rental / Loan in Qatar ?

Answers:

I am giving you the figures which may give you an idea about cost of living here.

Hope this will help you to calculate your mothly savings and expected salary:

Housing Rent is exorbitantly high in Qatar. If you want decent place to live then you have to be ready to spend around 7500 to 9500.

QAR (Per Month) For 2 Persons
8,500 House Rent (Furnished)
1,800 Groceries+ Misc exps.
1,600 Car Hire / OR Loan installment + Petrol
33 Land Line Rent
50 Mobile Rent OR Prepaid Card
150 Water Charges
150 Electricity
200 Internet at home
75 Television Channel Connection
120 VOIP Call Card to call home country
200 Car Insurance (2500/12)if you own your car
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12,878 Total

One Time Exps.
1,000 Deposit for Water Connection
1,000 Deposit for Ele. Connection
7,500 House Rent Deposit
2,000 Driving Classes Fees (Appx.)
250 One Time Mobile activation Charges
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11,750 Total

or this ....

cost of living here in Doha:.
This will help you to calculate your monthly savings and expected salary:
Housing Rent is little bit high in Qatar. Whether you live in decent place then you have to be ready to spend around 7500 to 9500 for 3 room apartment.
QAR (Per Month) For 2 Persons
9,500 House Rent (Furnished)
1,500 Groceries+ Misc exps. (You can purchase newly second hand items lesser than the amount)
1,600 Car Hire / OR Loan installment + Petrol
33 Land Line Rent
50 Mobile Rent OR Prepaid Card (This is up to you how much you want to call your relatives & friends)
150 Water Charges
150 Electricity
200 Internet at home
75 Television Channel Connection
120 VOIP Call Card to call home country
200 Car Insurance (2500/12)if you own your car
____________
13,578 Total

One Time Exps.

1,000 Deposit for Water Connection
1,000 Deposit for Ele. Connection
9,500 House Rent Deposit
2,800 Driving Classes Fees (Appx.) - Full course fee
250 Mobile activation Charges (Life Time)
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14,550 Total