Qatar's impending Social Security Law, set to come into effect in early 2023, will impact all working nationals to varying degrees depending on the type of employment. Here's what to anticipate with respect to the law's impact for various employee categories, as well as the contributions expected, pension allowance calculations and retirement eligibility.

1) What has changed from the old Pension Law?

All Qatari nationals, whether operating in the public or private sector are now subject to mandatory enrollment under the newly established pension scheme once the new Social Security Law takes effect.

2) When does the new law take effect?

The new Social Security Law has been issued replacing the Retirement and Pension Law. It will come into effect starting the Jan. 3, 2023, except for certain provisions specified by the law that became effective as of the date of publication, July 3.

3) Does the pension scheme include self-employed Qatari nationals?

The new law permits optional enrollment for self-employed Qatari nationals under the new pension scheme. Self-employed Qatari nationals would be required to make contributions in the form of a 21 percent deduction from their monthly earnings.

4) Are there any new allowances?

The introduction of a housing allowance is a new entitlement under the Social Security Law. Subject to certain conditions, participants who have contributed to the fund for 15 years are entitled to receive a housing allowance; ranging in an amount up to 6,000...

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