Originally Posted by Skyfree
any one who joined recently QR can explain the first steps after arrival to Doha
QR will email you details of your travel itinerary and accommodation information. It is the same process as your interview. Don't fret about it. Here is a breif summary of the email you will receive before you travel.
Joining Formalities & Settling In
Day 1: Please be ready in business attire by 0900 hrs, [Date Removed] for transport/pick-up from your allocated accommodation to the Qatar Airways Head Office. Should there be any change in your pick up time a member of the HR staff will be in touch and coordinate with you.
The first day of work is reserved for completing all the required company formalities and paperwork at QR Tower, including:
1) Welcome/Introduction and collection of HR joining documents
2) Staff ID card creation
3) Bank account opening
4) Salary advance application
5) Collection of joining allowance, Security Token, Uniform
5) Brief on Resident Permit/ CID procedure and the Corporate Induction.
Day 2: HR and Operations Inductions
Day 3: You will meet with your Fleet Secretary at the QR Flight Operations Building for completing your department paperwork and formalities, including:
1) Verification of License / Log books
2) Collection of Operations Manuals/CDs, Roster etc.
3) Collection of Crew Member Certificate
4) Introduction to Chief Pilot/Deputy Chief Pilot if available
5) Brief on Aviation Medicals and Flight Operation Introductory course.
where is the best place to rent a car?
You will not be able to rent a car until you get your residence permit & Qatari drivers license. Cab are not expensive. avg 8USD-10USD
how about the situation with company accomodation?
Your travel itinerary will have these details.
which is the best bank?
You will be required to use the Bank of Qatar. Why? Because you will not have a RP to open a bank account with any other bank. Once you have your RP, then you can bank with the other local banks.
does the company advance some cash on arrival?
QR will give you 1750QAR (250QAR per day for 7 days) for food. You will have the option of receiving a pay advance (2500USD I believe), which will be deducted from the next 2-month paychecks