Document background
The Parent Consent Letter for Work is a mandatory document required in Qatar when employing individuals under 18 years of age. This document is essential for compliance with Qatar Labor Law No. 14 of 2004 and associated ministerial decrees governing youth employment. The letter serves multiple purposes: it provides explicit parental authorization, documents the terms of employment, and demonstrates the employer's compliance with legal requirements. It must include specific details about the minor, the parent/guardian, the proposed employment, and working conditions. The document is particularly crucial in Qatar's regulatory environment, where strict controls exist on youth employment to protect young workers while allowing them to gain valuable work experience. Employers must ensure this consent letter is properly executed before engaging any minor in work activities, and the letter should be maintained as part of the employee's official records.
