CHAIRMAN: DR. KHALID BIN THANI AL THANI
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF: DR. KHALID MUBARAK AL-SHAFI

Peninsula Qatar Handbook

Medical Commission Procedures 27 Nov 2021

On arrival in Qatar all newcomers are required by law to take a medical exam, the purpose of which is to protect the...

Important links 10 Nov 2021

Ministry of Interior Qatar: Link Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Link Visit Qatar: Link Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs: Link Ministry of Culture:...

Agriculture and Fisheries 31 Oct 2021

Agriculture and Fisheries The climate of the State of Qatar constitutes challenges in developing large-scale agricultural and fisheries project, although these are among...

The driving test 31 Oct 2021

The minimum age for learning to drive is 18 years old for light vehicles and motorcycles, and 21 years to obtain a driver's...

Pets and animal control 31 Oct 2021

Pets and Animal Control The Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME)'s Department of Animal Resources is the entity in charge of animal control...

Oil and Gas 31 Oct 2021

Oil and Gas Oil and gas are the chief exports of the State of Qatar, accounting for more than half of the State's...

Water and Desalination 31 Oct 2021

Water and Desalination The most important environmental concern for the State of Qatar is protecting its most scarce resource – water. The country...

Dining in Qatar 31 Oct 2021

Qatari Cuisine The Qatari cuisine can be best described as a simple cuisine that uses simple cooking techniques deeply rooted in the seasonal...

6 things you must know before visiting Qatar 31 Oct 2021

Qatar is one of the countries where the past and the present are interconnected. While you can enjoy seeing architectural masterpieces and impressive...

Heritage and Culture 31 Oct 2021

Heritage and Culture A land rich in culture and heritage The history of Qatar goes back to nearly four thousand years BC, according...

Landline and Mobile Phone 31 Oct 2021

Landline and Mobile Phone There are currently two telephone service provider operating in Ooredoo and Vodafone. Ooredoo provides both landline and mobile services,...

Qatar National Vision 2030 31 Oct 2021

Qatar National Vision 2030 What is it? The Qatar National Vision 2030 (QNV2030) is a master vision and roadmap towards Qatar becoming an...

National Economic Strategy 31 Oct 2021

National Economic Strategy Managing the ongoing economic development of Qatar remains a priority for the country as it continues to experience a period...

A guide to conference and exhibition venues in Qatar 28 Oct 2021

Conferences and Exhibitions The State of Qatar boasts numerous event venues suitable for conferences, exhibitions, events and more. Qatar considered as a regional...

Request to book driving test appointment 28 Oct 2021

Description This service enables individuals who have foreign driving licenses to submit a request to the Ministry of Interior (MOI) in order to...

Driving license application 28 Oct 2021

To apply for a Qatar Driving License you must be a resident in Qatar, at least 18 years of age (light vehicle or...

How to become a permanent resident in Qatar? 28 Oct 2021

Permanent Residency in Qatar The Qatari residency permit offers its holders a number of services and benefits, such as applying for a driving...