Qatar has prospered in the last several years with continued high real GDP growth.

Key economic barometers to 2020

The law allows for Qatari investors to invest in all sectors of the Qatar economy, subject to the requirement that 51 percent of the share capital in the venture be held by a Qatari person, legal or natural.

A brief description of the company structures available in Qatar

For companies wanting to establish their commercial presence in Qatar there are a few structural options with the most common being the LLC (Limited Liability Company) in which case the entity must have one or more national partners whose share in the company capital must not be less than 51%. 

The registration requirements 

Includes 14 steps to incorporating in Qatar

The Corporate Tax Rate in Qatar stands at 10 percent. Corporate Tax Rate in Qatar averaged 20 percent from 2006 until 2015, reaching an all time high of 35 percent in 2007 and a record low of 10 percent in 2010. Corporate Tax Rate in Qatar is reported by the Public Revenues and Tax Department, Qatar.

Taxable income generally is subject to a flat (CIT) rate of 10%, with certain exceptions available.

The Personal Income Tax Rate in Qatar stands at 0 percent.

Visa application process for citizens of most countries visiting Qatar

Qatar adopts a visa-exemption policy for more than 30 countries, as well as the GCC members, to boost tourism. 

Ooredoo Group (formerly Qtel) is an international telecommunications company headquartered in Doha, Qatar. Ooredoo provides mobile, wireless, wireline, and content services with market share in domestic and international telecommunication markets, and in business (corporations and individuals) and residential markets. It is one of the world’s largest mobiletelecommunications companies, with over 114 million customers worldwide as of September 2015.[

The public transport system in Qatar, and Doha in particular, is developing, but is not yet as comprehensive as in many longer-established population centres in other parts of the world. 

77 tips on getting to and getting around Qatar from real travelers and locals.

Qatar Labor Law has played a key role in the country’s development to date, and will continue to be a critical component of Qatar’s growth moving ahead in trying to recruit and retain human resources. – See more at: http://www.almisnad-rifaat.com/qatar-labor-law/#sthash.nSMoC7Vf.dpuf

Average prices of more than 40 products and services in Qatar. Prices of restaurants, food, transportation, utilities and housing are included.

Official sources and on-the-ground experiences tell different stories about the cost of living in Qatar.

Qatar is an Islamic country but four fifths of its residents are expatriates, and many western companies are located there, so the rules of business etiquette will depend on who your contacts are.

Dos and Don’ts of business etiquette in Qatar

The Climate of Qatar can be described as subtropical dry, hot desert climate with low annual rainfall

Qatar climate guide, regional weather guide and geography information.

Information on how safe expats are in Qatar, and tips on increasing personal safety and home security in Qatar.

Travel advice from the UK government

The education system in Qatar at all levels are directed and controlled by The Supreme Education Council and the The Ministry of Education. The primary school is obligatory for every child and is free in public schools.

The majority of prvate independent schools are managed and run for English speaking western expatriates, although local families too, send their children to these schools. 

List of National and Public Holidays observed in Qatar during 2016

Full list of Qatar public and bank holidays.

Demographic statistics – 2014

Demographic facts and statistics from the CIA

Qatar Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border. 

Import regulations

See “Trade Agreements” on this site

A guide to accommodation for expats moving to or emigrating to Qatar. Information includes guides to renting, leasing and buying

Finding a nice place to live is always difficult. Qatar is no exception – getting the right accommodation can be hard, especially in large cities.

Expert Qatar travel guide including detailed information about everything you need to know about Qatar. Guides to planning your trip including travel and where to stay.

810 real travel reviews, tips, and photos from real travelers and locals in Qatar at VirtualTourist.