Investment Managers & Funds

Qatar's goal to diversify and build a knowledge-based economy has created a powerful ecosystem for global and regional asset managers. At QFC, investment and asset management refers to regulated investment management on behalf of clients, including individuals, institutions and family offices, whether discretionary or advisory. This enables firms to operate seamlessly across the region while benefiting from Qatar's economic stability, strong credit rating, and long-term vision.

Investment managers can establish and operate a wide range of fund structures within QFC under the regulatory oversight of the Qatar Financial Centre Regulatory Authority (QFCRA). Investment funds are governed by frameworks such as the Collective Investment Schemes Rules (COLL) and Professional Investor Funds Rules (PROF), allowing for retail, qualified investor and private placement schemes. This includes Equity Funds, Fixed Income Funds, Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), Hedge Funds, Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), Islamic Funds, Sustainable and Responsible Investing (SRI) Funds, Money Market Funds and Fund Custody.

Investment funds can also be registered using flexible legal structures such as Collective Investment Companies (CIC), Collective Investment Partnerships (CIP), Collective Investment Trusts (CIT) and other forms permitted by the Qatar Financial Centre Regulatory Authority (QFCRA).

Investment Managers & Funds

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Explore the Range of Activities we License

Regulated Activities

  • Managing investments (for third-party and proprietary) 

  • Advising on investments (for third-party and proprietary) 

  • Arranging deals in investments 

  • Providing custody services 

  • Operating a collective investment fund 

Non-Regulated Activities

  • Limited Liability Companies (LLC) for Funds

  • Limited Partnerships (LP) for Funds

Here's why companies choose to set up a business with QFC:

100% foreign ownership
100% foreign ownership
100% repatriation of profits
100% repatriation of profits
Trading in any currency with no restrictions
Trading in any currency with no restrictions
Competitive 10% corporate tax on locally sourced profits
Competitive 10% corporate tax on locally sourced profits
Legal environment based on Common Law
Legal environment based on Common Law
Access to 80+ double taxation agreements
Access to 80+ double taxation agreements

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Setup Process

Setting up a business at QFC is a transparent, efficient and seamless process. While requirements vary slightly for investment companies and fund managers, the overall journey remains the same, helping you and your business grow with confidence.

Connect with the QFC team to discuss your plans, proposed activities and eligibility to set up at QFC.

Work with our team to identify your activities and select the appropriate legal structure for your entity.

  • Confirm whether your activities are regulated or non-regulated

  • Select the appropriate legal structure within QFC framework

  • Align your business model with QFC's financial solutions offerings

Provide a business plan covering your strategy, target market, ownership structure and three-year financial projections.

Please note: Applications for regulated financial services must include a Regulated Business Plan (RBP) detailing governance, risk management, compliance and capital adequacy.

Regulated Business Plan (RBP) Guide ā‰«

Your application will be reviewed by QFC team. If your activities are regulated, the QFC Regulatory Authority (QFCRA) will conduct a detailed assessment of your business model, governance arrangements, capital position and risk framework.

You may be asked to provide clarifications or additional documentation.

Once approved, your entity will be incorporated and licensed. You will receive your official registration documents and can proceed with post-licensing steps, such as:

  • Commercial Registration Extract

  • License Certificate

  • License Letter

  • Incorporation Certificate

After registration, QFC will facilitate the process of obtaining the computer card and setting up the bank account.

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Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) is a leading onshore business and financial centre, offering a world-class platform for both domestic and international companies to establish and operate in Qatar, and is supported by a legal and regulatory environment based on international best business practices.
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