Description
Similar to Sultan's Decree No. 72 of 1991, Law No. 7 was enacted to ensure the implementation of a mandatory health insurance system of basic health services to all Qatari citizens, GCC citizens, residents and visitors. The employer is held responsible for payment of health insurance premiums for non-Qatari employees and members of their families while sponsors are responsible for payment of those premiums for sponsored individuals.
Date Adopted / Created / Concluded
Thematic Area
Access to Economic and Social Services and Rights
Sub-theme
Access to Healthcare
Secondary Sub-theme
Support and protection of migrant workers and their rights
Country
Qatar
Policy Type
National
Document