Business and General Information of Doha, Qatar

Country Name
STATE OF QATAR
Capital City
Doha
Other Towns
The major cities and coastal towns in Qatar include Al Rayyan, Al Wakrah, Al Khor, and Lusail. The country's primary industrial and port towns are Mesaieed, Ras Laffan, and Ruwais. For historic and desert towns, the main locations are Madinat ash Shamal, Al Shahaniya, and Al Thakhira.
Population
3.37 million (Estimated)
The Ruling Family
Emir of the State of Qatar
His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani
 

Father Emir
His Highness Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani

Business Hours:

Banks are open from 7.30 am to 1.00 pm noon. Sunday to Thursday.

Government offices 7.00 am to 2.00 pm. Sunday to Thursday generally.

Commercial offices 7.30 am to 12.30 pm and 3.30 pm to 7.30 pm. Saturday to Thursday generally.

Climate:

Qatar has a moderate desert climate with hot summers and mild winters with a little rain. Humidity is relatively low. The most pleasant time is between October to March. The hottest months are between June to September.

Currency:

The Qatari Riyal is the unit of currency and is divided into100 dirhams. Currency notes are available in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 50, 100 & 500. The exchange rate is approximately QR 3.65 to US$ 1.00.

Credit Cards:

All Internationally recognized credit cards are accepted by hotels, car hire agencies, departmental stores and commercial establishments.

Entry regulations:

Citizens of over 95 countries enjoy 30 to 90-day visa-free stays in Qatar. Other nationalities must apply for advance approval through the Hayya Portal or secure a visa on arrival by booking specific hotels. You can easily verify your country's exact requirements using the official Visit Qatar Visa Tool.

Holidays:

Friday is the Muslim day of rest, and all banks and offices are closed. Saturday is also a holiday for Government offices and schools. The major holidays observed in Qatar are Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, with each lasting about four days. The dates of these holidays are tied to Ramzan. Qatar National Day, celebrated on 18 December, is also a public holiday. National Sports Day is also an official public holiday in Qatar. It is observed annually on the second Tuesday of February.

Language:

Arabic is the official language but English is widely spoken and understood.

Population:

The population of Qatar is approximately 3.37 million as of early 2026, according to the National Planning Council. For the latest statistics, please visit npc.qa

Transportation:

Qatar offers a highly modern, efficient, and affordable transportation network. One can easily commute using the air-conditioned Doha Metro, with free Metrolink shuttle bus service. Karwa Public buses are eco-friendly, covering city and regional routes. This is supplemented by reliable, on-demand taxi options widely available via official Karwa taxis, Uber, and similar taxi apps.