Your Gateway to Qatar’s Tech Ecosystem

Innovation begins with ideas that can transform industries and markets. The Qatar Financial Centre supports a wide range of technology businesses, from software developers and IT consultancies to systems integration firms, helping them grow, collaborate and seize opportunities across Qatar’s evolving digital landscape.

Qatar’s Digital Agenda 2030 is laying the foundation for a smart, knowledge-based economy by embracing business innovation, artificial intelligence, FinTech and emerging technologies. The QFC serves as a digital hub with a vision to support technology businesses and advance Qatar’s digital economy ambitions.

Your Gateway to Qatar’s Tech Ecosystem

Computer Programming, IT Consultancy and Related Activities

Gateway to Qatar's Tech Ecosystem

Computer programming companies see the QFC as more than just a business address. Developers and tech teams can test new ideas, collaborate on innovative projects and gain insights from both local and international industry experts.

Whether establishing an IT consultancy in Qatar or scaling an existing technology business, QFC provides the network, expertise and resources needed to succeed in Qatar's rapidly evolving digital economy.

Licensable activities under this category include:
  • C12.1 — Computer Programming Activities: Designing and writing code for systems software, applications, databases, web pages and portals; customising software; developing non-FinTech APIs
  • C12.2 — IT Consultancy: Planning and designing computer systems (including hardware) and after-sale services; IT governance, data privacy and system processes; advising on IT networks, virtual reality, gaming platforms and augmented reality
  • C12.3 — IT Implementation & Support: Computer disaster recovery; software installation and system setup
  • C14 — Data Processing, Hosting & Web Portals: Web hosting, streaming and application hosting; data processing and data entry services; operation of web portals and media sites
Note: Unless otherwise permitted by the QFCA, firms under C12 and C14 may not sell or service hardware by way of business, or provide business-to-consumer services.
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Why Technology Companies Choose 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

Legal Structures

Once the business activity has been identified, selecting the appropriate legal structure is key to how the company operates, grows and manages risk within the QFC.

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Setup Process

Setting up a business at QFC is a transparent, efficient and seamless process. Requirements vary depending on the nature of your activities.

Connect with the QFC team to discuss the firm’s plans, proposed activities and eligibility to set up a business at QFC.

A link will be shared with the applicant to complete the form and provide the application requirements.

  • Proposed firm name

  • Permitted activities

  • Description of activities and business model

  • Principal place of business

  • Details of non-QFC directors, principal representative and senior executive function

  • Ultimate beneficial ownership details

Application Fee

Standard USD 500
DNFBP license applications: USD 2,000
Migration requests (In/Out) USD 5,000

Annual & Additional

Single licensed activity: USD 5,000 / year
Per additional activity USD 50

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

Clarifications or additional documentation may be requested.

Once approved, the entity will be incorporated and licensed. Official registration documents will be issued, and the firm 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.

Set up your business in Qatar

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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