Qatar: Cabinet Approves Update to Official Gazette System
Gulf Times, 27 August 2026: The Cabinet approved updating the Official Gazette system, including amendments to Qatar Law No. 12/2016 and a ministerial decision regulating electronic publication. Prepared by the Ministry of Justice in coordination with the...
Qatar: Civil Aviation Authority Outlines New Rules for Travel and Cargo Offices
The Peninsula, 14 August 2026: The Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) has detailed regulatory requirements for travel and cargo offices, reinforcing compliance with Qatar Law No. 3/2025 on Regulating Air Travel and Air Cargo Agencies . In a session held...
Qatar: Transport Ministry Urges Renewal of Small Craft Licences via Darb App
The Peninsula, 10 August 2026: Qatar’s Ministry of Transport called on the public to renew small craft licences through the Darb app, highlighting the importance of digital services in streamlining maritime administration. The announcement, published by...
Qatar: Amended Tenancy Law Introduces Lease Registration Fee and New Dispute Procedures
The Peninsula, 3 August 2026: Qatar enacted Qatar Law No. 8/2026 amending Qatar Law No. 4/2008 on Property Leasing, introducing a mandatory lease registration fee and revising rental dispute mechanisms to strengthen transparency and compliance in the housing sector...
Qatar: Ministry of Transport Resumes Full Maritime Navigation
The Peninsula, 25 July 2026: Qatar’s Ministry of Transport announced the full resumption of maritime navigation activities for all vessels and ships as of Sunday, 26 July 2026, signalling a return to normal operations across the sector. The ministry confirmed...
Qatar: New Law Regulates Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
The Peninsula, 19 July 2026: Qatar’s Ministry of Justice has published Qatar Law No. 10/2026 on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), establishing a comprehensive legal framework for drone operations in the country. According to the Civil Aviation Authority...
Qatar: Labour Law Amendments Introduce Licensing, Part‑Time and Freelance Frameworks
The Peninsula, 12 July 2026: The Ministry of Labour has outlined key amendments under Qatar Law No. 9/2026 , Amending some provisions of the Labour Law promulgated by Qatar Law No. 14/2004 , introducing professional licensing requirements, legal recognition of...
Qatar: Cabinet Approves Draft Emiri Decision on Legislative Preparation
The Peninsula, 1 July 2026: The Cabinet has endorsed a draft Emiri Decision regulating the preparation of legislation, replacing Qatar Emiri Decision No. 33/2000 on the Procedures for Drafting Legislation Prepared by the Council of Ministers Secretariat...
Qatar: Amir Enacts Labour Law Reforms to Boost Efficiency and Investment
The Peninsula, 26 June 2026: Qatar has introduced major labour law reforms under Qatar Law No. 9/2026 , signed by Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al‑Thani, aimed at modernising employment frameworks, strengthening worker protections, and enhancing the investment climate...
Qatar: MCIT Launches New Hukoomi Platform Under Digital Factory Initiative
Qatar Tribune, 17 June 2026: The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology has unveiled the enhanced Hukoomi platform, the first outcome of the Digital Factory initiative, designed to accelerate digital transformation and improve access to government...
Qatar: Tax Authority Highlights Benefits of Tax Residency Certificate
Al Watan, 10 June 2026: The General Tax Authority confirmed that the tax residency certificate is a key legal document enabling individuals and companies to benefit from Qatar’s double taxation agreements. Yusuf Abdullah Al‑Dosari, Director of Agreements...
Qatar: Cabinet Approves Free Zone Customs Rules
Gulf Times, 4 June 2026: The Qatari Cabinet has approved a Finance Ministry decision establishing customs rules for Free Zones, creating a comprehensive framework to regulate the import and re‑export of goods through these zones. The new rules are designed...
Qatar: Commerce Ministry Launches Phased Update of Company Activities
The Peninsula, 1 June 2026: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) has announced the phased update of commercial activities for existing companies, effective 1 June 2026, aligning registrations with the Unified Economic Guide for GCC countries. The...
Qatar: Shura Council Debates Child Digital Protection Proposal
The Peninsula, 18 May 2026: The Shura Council of Qatar debated a draft law on child digital protection, referring it for further committee review to strengthen safeguards for minors online. During its session, the Council discussed a proposal submitted...
QFC: Financial Centre Introduces Measures to Support Business Continuity
The Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) has announced a targeted package of measures to assist firms in maintaining business continuity , forming part of Qatar’s national support framework amid current operational and financial challenges QFC confirmed that the...