Expatica Qatar: Living in Qatar

Expat Guide

Living in Qatar

Are you living in Qatar? Getting to grips with everyday life as an expat can be challenging – but it doesn’t have to be. Our expert guides explain everything you need to know about living in Qatar, from public transport information and social security options to the must-have apps that’ll make your life easier.

Cultural Integration

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Culture and social etiquette in Qatar

 Learn how to greet like a local, be the perfect house guest, and much more with our guide to the culture and social etiquette in Qatar.

10 things to do during your first week in Qatar

Your first week in a new home is always a busy time. Make...

Having a baby in Qatar

If you are having a baby in Qatar, this helpful guide provides information...

Family & Pets

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The best things to do with kids in Qatar

 From thrilling amusement parks and giant forts, to fascinating museums and archeological sites, here are the best things to do with kids in Qatar.

Government & Law

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The government and political system in Qatar

 The government and political system in Qatar may come as quite the cultural shock for a freshly-arrived expat, but here is everything you need to know.

Guide to women’s rights in Qatar

Women’s rights in Qatar are conflicting, even contradictory sometimes, so it’s important for...

Laws on drugs and alcohol in Qatar

We explain the strict laws that are in place when it comes to...

COVID-19 in Qatar: information and support

Find up-to-date information about Qatar’s response to COVID-19, from testing regulations and tracing...

Emergency numbers and services in Qatar

When moving to a new country, it is important to know who to...
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House & Home

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A guide to Kahramaa: setting up utilities in Qatar

 We walk you through the process of setting up utilities in Qatar so you can quickly settle into your new expat life there.

Mobile phones and SIM cards in Qatar

Mobile phones in Qatar are, of course, as popular as they are in...

Top must-have apps in Qatar

Let your phone do the heavy lifting and download with confidence in your...

Love, Marriage & Partnership

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Guide to dating in Qatar

 Dating in Qatar requires some discretion, but can look like dating in your home country. We walk you through the good, the bad, and what to expect.

An expat guide to getting a divorce in Qatar

As in the rest of the world, divorce appears to be on the...

Transportation

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Guide to road safety and driving in Qatar

 With modern roads and short distances, driving in Qatar is necessary, efficient, and sometimes even fun. Here is everything you need to know.

Public transport in Qatar

Whether you’re taking a bus in Doha or the tram in Lusail, the...

Exchanging a foreign driver’s license in Qatar

Being able to drive in a new city is very useful; fortunately, exchanging...

Buying (and registering) a car in Qatar

If you want to explore what the country has to offer, some wheels...

Car insurance in Qatar

Moving to Qatar and planning to drive? This guide explains everything you need...
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