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Ministries 2
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Ministry
Ministry of Interior
Responsible for internal security, policing, civil defence, traffic, passports, residency and immigration.
- Renew a residence permit (QID)
- View and pay traffic violations
- Renew vehicle registration (Istimara)
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Ministry
Ministry of Social Development and Family
Responsible for social security, citizen housing, family affairs, social welfare, community development, and the regulation of private associations and institutions.
- Citizen housing services
- Social security and social welfare services
- Register a professional association or private institution
Agencies and authorities 1
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Agency or authority
Hukoomi
Qatar’s official single gateway to government e-services and information for citizens, residents, businesses and visitors.
- Find and use government e-services
- Life moments guides (for example, moving to Qatar or having a baby)
- Directory and map of government entities
Directory last checked 3 Oct 2026
Step-by-step guides
Plain-language walkthroughs for the services people use most.
Arriving in Qatar
- Arriving at Hamad International Airport and getting into the city Visitors, Residents
- Visiting Qatar: visa-free entry and tourist visas Visitors
- Mandatory health insurance for visitors Visitors
Getting around
- Getting around Doha: metro, tram, buses and taxis Visitors, Residents, Citizens
Daily life
- Weather, dress and public etiquette Visitors, Residents
- Ordering food and buying groceries Visitors, Residents
- Money and banking basics Visitors, Residents
- Getting a SIM card, eSIM and home internet Visitors, Residents
- Emergency and useful phone numbers in Qatar Visitors, Residents, Citizens
topic.explore
- Beaches, desert and the Inland Sea Visitors, Residents, Citizens
- Events and public holidays Visitors, Residents, Citizens
- Museums and heritage sites Visitors, Residents, Citizens
- Things to do in and around Doha Visitors, Residents, Citizens
topic.living
- Eating out and Qatari food Visitors, Residents, Citizens
- Days out with children Residents, Visitors, Citizens
- Shopping in Qatar: souqs, malls and your rights Visitors, Residents
- Staying active: parks, tracks and sport Residents, Citizens, Visitors
Housing
- Renting a home in Qatar Residents
- Connecting electricity and water with Kahramaa Residents, Citizens
Residence and ID
Driving and vehicles
- Getting a Qatari driving licence Residents, Citizens
- Checking and paying traffic fines Residents, Citizens, Visitors
- Registering a vehicle and renewing the Istimara Residents, Citizens
Family
- Bringing your family to Qatar Residents
- Inviting family on a family visit visa Residents
- Registering your baby's birth in Qatar Residents, Citizens
Health
- Getting and renewing a health card Residents, Citizens
- How healthcare works in Qatar Residents, Visitors, Citizens
Education
- Enrolling your child in school Residents, Citizens
- Studying at university in Qatar Residents, Visitors, Citizens
topic.jobs
- Finding a job in Qatar Residents, Visitors, Citizens
Business and work
- Choosing where to set up your business Businesses
- Opening a company bank account Businesses
- Registering a company in Qatar (mainland) Businesses
- Registering for tax on Dhareeba Businesses
- Work permits, employment contracts and changing jobs Businesses, Residents
Work and employment
- End-of-service gratuity under the Labour Law Residents, Businesses
- Hiring your first employee Businesses
- The Wage Protection System (WPS) Businesses, Residents
Leaving Qatar
- Leaving Qatar for good Residents