{"id":6996,"date":"2024-12-09T11:41:33","date_gmt":"2024-12-09T07:41:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/?p=6996"},"modified":"2024-12-09T11:42:12","modified_gmt":"2024-12-09T07:42:12","slug":"start-business-qatar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/ar\/start-business-qatar\/","title":{"rendered":"An Expert\u2019s Step-by-Step Guide to Starting Your Business in Qatar"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you know that Qatar ranked 5th globally in the 2023 National Entrepreneurship Context Index for the ease of running a business? Home to over 85 nationalities, the country has a booming business and cultural landscape. If you are tired of the 9 to 5 cycle, break the chain and start a business in Qatar.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you are an expat or a local, starting a business is simple with our step-by-step guide. Scroll down to explore the breakdown of the process, documents and fees.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"6997\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/ar\/start-business-qatar\/1-10-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1-10.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1000,667\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"1 (10)\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1-10-600x400.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1-10.jpg\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6997\" src=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1-10-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1-10-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1-10-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1-10.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #ea3934;\">General Eligibility Criteria For Starting a Business in Qatar<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some basic requirements to start a business in Qatar as an expat or local:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The owner must be at least 21 years old.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The owner must be free from criminal records or bankruptcy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both locals and foreigners can run a business in Qatar but the requirements differ. Complete requirements are discussed ahead.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ea3934;\"><strong>How to Start a Business in Qatar<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"6998\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/ar\/start-business-qatar\/2-11\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2-11.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1000,667\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"2 (11)\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2-11-600x400.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2-11.jpg\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6998\" src=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2-11-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2-11-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2-11-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2-11.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you know Qatar levies one of the lowest corporate taxes of <\/span><b>10%<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the world? This is an important reason for doing business here. But all that paperwork, documentation and licencing seem daunting. Here is a simplified breakdown of the process of starting a business in Qatar to guide you:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>Step 1 &#8211; Decide a Business Activity and Draft a Business Plan<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First things first! Starting a business requires an idea of what your main activity line would be. Having a clear idea helps you plan out goals and vision for your business. We recommend drafting a business plan with the help of an expert. Here are the things to consider:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is your business activity? Whether it is a clothing business or an automobile one.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the medium of your business? Whether you will run your business physically or online in Qatar.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is your chosen business profitable enough in Qatar? Carry out extensive research and study Qatar&#8217;s market and competitors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose a legally permissible business idea.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider businesses that the Qatar Government supports, such as tourism, information technology, agriculture, healthcare or others.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Draft a 5-year plan with all the investment and expected returns.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>Step 2 &#8211; Choose a Business Type<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Law of Companies No. (11) of 2015, businesses operating in Qatar follow some legal structures. Here are the legal structures in Qatar:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shareholding Company<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private Shareholding Company<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limited Liability Company<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Holding Company<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foreign Companies &#8211; Exempted by Ministerial Order<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>Step 3: Choose between Mainland vs Freezone<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mainland businesses are registered by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI). Expats can own <\/span><b>49% <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shares of the companies in mainland areas, subject to the approval of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. While the other <\/span><b>51%<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> shares must be owned by a Qatari sponsor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As per <\/span><b>Law No. 1 of 2019, 100% <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">foreign ownership is permitted in various sectors without needing a local sponsor. However, this depends on specific industries and MOCI approval.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, free zones in Qatar allow <\/span><b>100%<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> foreign ownership in some designated areas, without a local sponsor. Here are some popular free zones in the state:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Qatar Financial Centre (QFC)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Qatar Science and Technology Park (QSTP)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Qatar Free Zone (QFZ)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>Step 4: Visa Application For Expats<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"6999\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/ar\/start-business-qatar\/3-8-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/3-8.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1000,667\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"3 (8)\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/3-8-600x400.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/3-8.jpg\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6999\" src=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/3-8-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/3-8-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/3-8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/3-8.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an expat, you need to apply for a Qatar business visa. There are different <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/visa-types-qatar\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">types of visas in Qatar<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">72-hour business visa<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3-month business visa<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Investor visa<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once landed here, apply for a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/check-qatar-id-status\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Qatar identification document (QID)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>Step 5: Find a Sponsor and Shareholder Agreement<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If an expat wants to start a business on the mainland, the next step is to find a Qatari shareholder. Hire a consultant for this step. After finalising the shareholder, draft and sign a legal agreement highlighting all the terms and conditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, you can <\/span><b>skip <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this step for <\/span><b>free zone businesses or locals<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>Step 6: Office Location<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For physical businesses, the next step is to finalise an office location. After this, get approval from the Municipality for the office location.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Browse through these <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.qa\/en\/commercial-rent\/offices-for-rent.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">offices for rent in Qatar<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to find an ideal location.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>Step 7: Trade Name Reservation<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"7000\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/ar\/start-business-qatar\/4-10\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4-10.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1000,667\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"4 (10)\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4-10-600x400.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4-10.jpg\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-7000\" src=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4-10-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4-10-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4-10-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4-10.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The next step is to decide a trade name for your business. Ensure the name follows the legal guidelines such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is not misleading.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It does not violate public morals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is not used by any other registered entity.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply for a trade name reservation using the MOCI website or by visiting MOCI headquarters or the nearest branch. Here is how to reserve a trade name online:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to the MOCI official website.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sign in to the portal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select \u2018Entity\u2019, then click on \u2018Commercial activities\u2019.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter the trade name and check its availability.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pay the fees.<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reservation for 3 days: <\/span><b>Free<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reservation for 6 months: <\/span><b>QAR 1,000<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Address and Contact Details of MOCI<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also contact the headquarters of Ministry of Commerce and Industry at:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Address: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1st floor, Lusail City, Qatar<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Phone:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> +974 6 611 1400<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>Step 8: Prepare a Memorandum of Association (MOA)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next is to draft a memorandum of association outlining the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Name of owners<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business address<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amount of capital<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Share types<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Share value<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Company activities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Company objectives<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Role of shareholders<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get it signed by all the partners approved by MOCI and then send it to the Ministry of Justice in Qatar for final approval.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>Step 9: Company Registration<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Company Registration (CR) with MOCI is necessary to operate in Qatar and open a bank account. Here are some main documents required to apply for company registration using the MOCI official website:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Residency permits (for expats).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Company registration with the Ministry of Labour.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two copies of MOA.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A filled-in application form.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fees to Apply for Company Registration in Qatar<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the fees to apply for CR:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One activity business: <\/span><b>QAR 500<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Branch registration: <\/span><b>QAR 100<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional business activity registration: <\/span><b>QAR 300<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>Step 10: Apply for Trade Licence or Commercial Permit<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After company registration comes an application for a trade licence. Easily apply using the MOCI portal by submitting the following documents:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MOA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rental agreement and photographs of office building (for physical premises)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CR<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Copy of QID of all partners<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Service Fees to Apply for Trade Licence<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the service fees:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical businesses: <\/span><b>QAR 500<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home-based businesses: <\/span><b>QAR 300<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>Step 11: Open a Corporate Bank Account<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monetary transactions in Qatar require a corporate bank account. Requirements differ from bank to bank, however, here are the general documents required to open a corporate bank account:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Commercial Registration<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Commercial Licence<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Company ID<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Qatari ID (QID) of all partners<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passport with valid resident permit (for ex-pats)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>Step 12: Register with the Labour Department<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get your business registered with the Ministry of Labour in Qatar.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>Step 13: Registration with the Chamber of Commerce<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The next step is to apply for registration with the Chamber of Commerce. This is for mainland companies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Membership fees range from <\/span><b>QAR 200<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to <\/span><b>QAR 5,000<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> depending on business activity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>Step 14: VAT Registration<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the business&#8217;s annual income falls within the taxable threshold, VAT registration is compulsory. Easily apply for a tax identification number on the Dhareeba portal of the General Tax Authority Qatar.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>Step 15: Hire Employees and Business Inaugural<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"7001\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/ar\/start-business-qatar\/5-6-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/5-6-1.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1000,667\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"5 (6)\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/5-6-1-600x400.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/5-6-1.jpg\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-7001\" src=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/5-6-1-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/5-6-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/5-6-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/5-6-1.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The last step in setting up a business is hiring employees and starting operations. When hiring employees, ensure compliance with Qatar labour laws.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ea3934;\"><strong>Starting an Online Business in Qatar &#8211; What Is the Difference?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don&#8217;t want to invest big in renting an office space, we have some good news. Qatar allows locals and foreigners to run legally registered home-based businesses. E-commerce is a growing sector in the state. Moreover, it is a legal requirement to be licenced and sponsored by a company to work as a freelancer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expats on business visas or locals can follow the same process mentioned above to set up their online business. The only difference is the type of activity when applying for commercial registration. Choose \u2018e-commerce activity\u2019 here.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ea3934;\"><strong>Benefits of Starting a Business in Qatar<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"7002\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/ar\/start-business-qatar\/6-4\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/6-4.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1000,667\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"6 (4)\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/6-4-600x400.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/6-4.jpg\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-7002\" src=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/6-4-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/6-4-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/6-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/6-4.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting a business involves risk but the rewards are exemplary. From high returns to freedom, here are the benefits of starting a business in Qatar:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low corporate taxes of <\/span><b>10%<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Booming and stable economy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strategic location with easy access to international trade.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ease of starting a business with government aid.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple ways of ownership with <\/span><b>100%<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> foreign ownership in free zones.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ea3934;\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>How Can I Start a Home Business in Qatar?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting a home business in Qatar requires a trading name, licencing and company registration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>What Business Should I Start in Qatar?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can start any legally permitted business in Qatar. Some top choices include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tourism<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Information Technology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthcare<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agriculture<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>Can Expats Start Business in Qatar Without Sponsor?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, expats need a Qatari sponsor to start a business on the mainland. However, starting a business in free zones does not need sponsorship.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That is all about how to start a business in Qatar. Become an entrepreneur in Qatar and embrace freedom and high returns with low taxes!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, if you are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/temp-qa.bqdemo.in\/moving-doha-everything-you-need-to-know\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">moving to Doha<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for your business venture, visit the Property Finder blog for tips on a smooth relocation.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Starting a business in Qatar is easier than ever with our step-by-step guide. 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