mothly expenses depend on your lifestyle, Life in doha is really good, i am staying here from last 7 years and i really dont have any complain, night life ofcourse wont be as good as dubai, it will be very difficult commuting without a car...it is a must must.... i am a punjabi and i really have come across 5-6 punjabis,,,,,may be i dont want to find some ...hope it is helpful ....