VITAL POINTS TO ESTABLISH BUSINESS IN QATAR
KNOW YOUR MARKET
It is vital, if you are looking to do business in Qatar, that you take the time to learn about the market opportunities and risks. Understanding your potential clients, the resources needed to approach the market and the local operational process & procedures of doing business in Qatar can help you make decisions.
GET THE RIGHT HELP
Establishing a business in a new country, such as Qatar, should be done on an informed basis. Getting the right advice beforehand and during the establishment will help ease the process, and mitigate falling foul of laws and practices unknown to you. We provide the right advisors to guide you through the legalities.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT PARTNER
Having strong understanding and communication with your local business partner “Agent / Sponsor” will ease the process. As part of our services, we provide our partners with full support & intelligence from within our network, contacts and experience.
INCORPORATING YOUR COMPANY
In order to engage in any commercial activity and be in operation in Qatar, a company must obtain Article of Association so as to be registered with the Ministry of Economy and Commerce & apply for a membership at the Qatar Chamber of Commerce & Industry. In addition, a Trade, License & Establishment Card must be obtained.
FOREIGN DOCUMENTATION
Any legal document that originates outside of Qatar must be notarized before a Notary Public whose signature must be authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the country where it was notarized, and then stamped by the Qatar Embassy in or responsible for that country.
BANKING
Opening Company / Corporate bank account in Qatar is required.
OFFICE SPACE
In order to incorporate a company in Qatar, office space must be obtained, as Trade License will not be issued without proof that the requirements have been met.
TAXATION
A company must register with the Public Revenues and Taxes Department at the Ministry of Finance within 30 days of acquiring its Commercial Registration Certificate in order to obtain a tax card.
VISA REQUIREMENTS
In order to work and reside permanently in Qatar, a work visa and residency permit must be obtained. If you are bringing your family with you, they will also require residency permits.
EMPLOYEES
In most cases, the company’s relationship with its employees will be governed by the Qatar Labour Law. The Labour Law provides certain rights and obligations to both the employer and the employee. , like minimum notice period for termination and end-of-service benefits.
VITAL POINTS TO ESTABLISH BUSINESS IN QATAR
KNOW YOUR MARKET
It is vital, if you are looking to do business in Qatar, that you take the time to learn about the market and opportunities and risks. Understanding your potential clients, the resources needed to approach the market and the local operational process & procedures of doing business in Qatar can help you make calculated decisions as to how to proceed. As part of our services, we provide our partners with full support & intelligence from within our network, contacts and experience.
GET THE RIGHT HELP
Establishing a business in a new country, such as Qatar, should be done on an informed basis. Getting the right advice beforehand and during the establishment will help ease the process, and mitigate falling foul of laws and practices unknown to you. We provide the right advisors to guide you through the legalities and formalities.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT PARTNER
Having strong understanding and communication with your local business partner “Agent / Sponsor” will ease the process.
INCORPORATING YOUR COMPANY
In order to engage in any commercial activity and be in operation in Qatar, a company must obtain Article of Association so as to be registered (obtain Commercial Registration-Legal Entity) with the Ministry of Economy and Commerce & apply for a membership at the Qatar Chamber of Commerce & Industry. In addition, a Trade License & Establishment Immigration Card must be obtained.
FOREIGN DOCUMENTATION
Any legal document that originates outside of Qatar must be notarized before a Notary Public whose signature must be authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the country where it was notarized, and then stamped by the Qatar Embassy in or responsible for that country.
BANKING
Opening Company / Corporate bank account in Qatar is required.
OFFICE SPACE
In order to incorporate a company in Qatar, office space must be obtained, as Trade License will not be issued without proof that the requirements have been met.
TAXATION
A company must register with the Public Revenues and Taxes Department at the Ministry of Finance within 30 days of acquiring its Commercial Registration Certificate in order to obtain a tax card.
VISA REQUIREMENTS
In order to work and reside permanently in Qatar, a work visa and residency permit must be obtained. If you are bringing your family with you, they will also require residency permits.
EMPLOYEES
In most cases, the company’s relationship with its employees will be governed by the Qatar Labour Law. The Labour Law provides certain rights and obligations to both the employer and the employee. , like minimum notice period for termination and end-of-service benefits.
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