Qatar's Leading Onshore
Business and Financial Hub
A globally connected financial centre
helping businesses set up and thrive in Qatar and beyond.
Business and Financial Hub
helping businesses set up and thrive in Qatar and beyond.
Qatar's Leading Onshore Business and Financial Hub
A globally connected financial centre helping businesses set up and thrive in Qatar and beyond.
Your Gateway to Business Growth
Establish your business in one of the world’s fastest-growing economies.
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Empowering Businesses
From startups to global corporations, QFC provides a strong regulatory framework and business-friendly environment for sustained growth.
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Global Opportunities
Creating pathways for global opportunities with an international hub at the heart of the Middle East.
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The Qatar Financial Centre (QFC), Qatar’s leading onshore business and financial centre, offers a trusted platform for companies to set up, grow and operate with confidence. With a transparent legal and regulatory framework based on common law, a business friendly tax framework and a streamlined setup process, QFC connects global businesses to opportunities in Qatar and the wider region.
A one-stop shop for all businesses and entrepreneurs, QFC blends global expertise with local talent and provides a foundational roadmap for investors, start-ups, and firms to set up a business in Qatar with ease and security.
In just two decades, over 4000 companies from 125+ countries have chosen QFC as their preferred platform to establish their presence in the Middle East and drive global impact.
Here, businesses find more than a place to set up; they find a launchpad for innovation, impact and new possibilities.
World-Class Benefits
One Stop Shop
Set up, license and manage your business through a streamlined end-to-end process
Onshore Jurisdiction
Operate in Qatar and beyond through an internationally aligned legal and tax framework
100% Foreign Ownership
Establish and fully own your business in Qatar with confidence
Common Law Jurisdiction
Benefit from a legal, judicial and regulatory framework based on common law and international best practice
Competitive Tax Regime
Benefit from a competitive tax regime with 10% corporate tax, no personal income tax, wealth tax or Zakat, and extensive double taxation agreements
100% Repatriation of Profits
Repatriate profits, dividends and returns freely with no withholding tax on payments from Qatar
Start Your Journey with QFC
01
Express Your Interest
Connect with our team to discuss your plans, proposed activities and eligibility to set up your business
02
Application Submission
Submit your application and documents for review
03
Incorporation, Licensing, and Setup
Get incorporated, licensed and supported with banking and operational setup
How We Support Your Business Growth
A range of services and solutions under one environment, supporting businesses to set up, operate and grow with confidence.
Business Solutions
License categories covering financial, professional, family wealth and technology-driven activities designed to support different types of businesses operating in QFC.
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Legal Structures & Solutions
QFC offers a comprehensive range of legal structures tailored to your business objectives, whether you are managing private wealth, launching a corporate venture, or building a professional network.
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Setup
Everything needed to establish a business in QFC, from choosing the right legal structure to completing incorporation and licensing.
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Operate
Services to manage and run a business, including licensing and filings, certification, compliance, people, workspace, and ongoing business support.
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Elite Onboarding Services
For businesses that want the elevated experience through setup and early establishment in QFC.
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