Domestic worker in Qatar — employer holds passport, no day off, excessive hours, wants to change employer. Has anyone successfully transferred?
Hi everyone. I’m currently working in Qatar as a domestic worker and I want to ask if anyone here has been in a similar situation and successfully changed employers or left safely.
My situation:
Employer keeps my passport
I have very limited freedom/time outside
I want to resign/change employer legally
I’m worried my employer may refuse or block the transfer
I’m also considering filing a complaint if necessary
I want to know:
Were you able to transfer employers without major problems?
Did you need employer approval?
What happened after filing a labor complaint?
How long did the process take?
Did anyone manage to get their passport back through official channels?
Is notice period ever waived in situations like this?
I’m trying to handle things legally and safely, so I’d appreciate real experiences or advice from people who went through this in Qatar.
Thank you.