
How to Change Your Qatar ID Address Online? Moving to a new place in Qatar means more than just settling in your QID address must legally reflect where you actually live. The National Address Law makes this mandatory, and skipping it can quietly cause complications with banking services, government services, and official correspondence tied to your Qatar ID.
The good news is the process is completely free, takes under five minutes, and can be done entirely online. Here is everything you need to know.
Key Details for Updating Address
Before you begin, here is a quick overview of what to expect:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Available Channels | Metrash2 App, MOI Website, MOI Service Center (in-person) |
| Information Needed | Zone, Street, Building Number, Kahramaa Number |
| Cost | Free of charge |
| Confirmation | SMS confirmation sent after update |
| Family/Dependents | Sponsor can update for family members; spouses may need to register separately |
| Legal Requirement | Mandatory update within a specific timeframe after moving |
| Manual Option | Visit any MOI Service Center and fill out a physical form |
If you are a sponsor managing a household, you can update the national address for your dependents and family members through the same channels. Spouses, however, may sometimes need to register separately depending on how their QID is linked. Keeping accurate data across all profiles helps avoid downstream issues with visa processing, banking services, and government services.
How to Change Your Qatar ID Address Online?
There are three ways to complete this update. Choose the one that suits you best.
Metrash2 App
- Download the Metrash2 mobile application from the App Store or Google Play (available on Android and iOS)
- Log in using your Qatar ID and password
- Tap the Residency icon and navigate to National Address under services
- Select Update Address
- Fill in your new details:
- Zone Number
- Street Number
- Building Number
- Unit Number
- Home Address, Work Address, Telephone, and Email
- Update details for family members and dependents if needed
- Verify everything and Submit
The entire flow is straightforward the QID-linked login pulls your profile up instantly, and the process wraps up in under five minutes.
MOI Website
- Go to the MOI e-services portal
- Log in using your smart card or Metrash2 username
- Navigate to General Services and open the National Address section under the General Directorate of Passports
- Enter your Zone, Street, and Building Number as required details
- Submit the update form
In-Person at MOI Service Centre
For those who prefer face-to-face assistance or encounter difficulties online, visiting a MOI Service Centre is a reliable manual option. Staff will walk you through filling out the physical form on the spot no prior preparation needed beyond bringing your documents.
Important Notes
A few things to keep in mind before and after you update:
- This service is completely fre no fee, no hidden charges at any step
- Make sure every detail entered is accurate errors create friction with government services and banking services
- Keep your Kahramaa number and building number handy they come up more than once during the process
- If prompted, you may also need your house rent agreement or electricity bill details
- The same methods can also be used to update other personal details such as your name or job, provided you submit the relevant supporting documents
- The National Address Law specifies a specific period to complete this after moving to a new location do not sit on it once you have settled in
How Do I Update my National Address in Qatar?
open the Metrash2 app. If it is not installed, download it from the App Store or Google Play. Then:
- Log in with your Qatar ID and password
- Select the National Address category
- Update the information
- Submit
The flow is intentionally straightforward. Once inside the app, it guides you through without friction, and the QID-linked login ensures your profile is pulled up instantly.
Q1: Is there any cost to change my Qatar ID address?
No. Updating your national address in Qatar is completely free of charge. Whether you use the Metrash2 app, the MOI e-services portal, or visit a MOI Service Centre in person, no fee is required at any step.
Q2: Can a sponsor update the address for their family members?
Yes. A sponsor can update the national address for their dependents and family members using the same channels Metrash2 app, MOI website, or in-person at a MOI Service Centre. Spouses, however, may sometimes need to register or update their address separately depending on how their profile is linked.
Q3: What information do I need to update my QID address?
Have these details ready before you start:
- Zone Number
- Street Number
- Building Number
- Kahramaa Number


