Qatar’s Cabinet has approved a draft law allowing some expatriates to obtain permanent residency. It is the first move of its kind in the GCC. Children of Qatari women married to non-Qataris, as well as expatriates who provide outstanding services to the country will be allowed to obtain permanent residency. If approved, the Interior Minister will be able to grant a permanent residency ID to a non-Qatari if they meet the conditions in the law.