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Qatar Financial Centre Registered Firms

We are a leading onshore business and financial centre located in Doha, welcoming international and domestic companies to become registered QFC entities. QFC aims to promote Qatar as a major business and commercial hub at the crossroads between East and West.

We invite businesses, from start-ups to large corporations seeking to expand to the region, to benefit from flexible legal and regulatory services, regulated and non-regulated, that meet international best practice. With QFC, you can accelerate business growth in Qatar and beyond, while becoming part of Qatar’s swift expansion into a major trade and investment hub. 

QFC Benefits

QFC is an onshore business and financial hub in Qatar offering companies a legal and tax framework of International standards.

License types

Our comprehensive suite of solutions enables you to operate and grow your business in Qatar and in the region.

Procedures

A seamless 3-step application process to fast-track your needs.

Operating with QFC

Commercial Registration

Commercial Registration

The Commercial Registration section of the Qatar Financial Centre Authority (QFCA) is responsible for registration and licensing of QFC entities...

Client Affairs

Client Affairs

At QFC, we know how important it is for your business to be up and running as quickly and seamlessly as possible.

Tax

Tax

The QFC Tax Regime delivers clear reg transparent administrative processes. financial and other service companies...

Employment

Employment Standards Office

The ESO aims to create and maintain an efficient and flexible labor market that can stimulate growth and maximize workforce efficiency.

Data

Data Protection Office

The role of the DPO is instrumental in ensuring data protection rights of individuals, building trust with QFC firms and stakeholders, and safeguarding the QFC’s reputation.

Client Portal

Client Portal

The QFC Client Portal offers an added layer of convenience that allows you to request services, leave queries and feedback, and make payments for services on the go or from the comfort of your home.

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Designated Office Premises

The wide variety of QFC-designated locations in Qatar’s capital city allows each QFC firm to choose an office space that suits their unique business requirements.

QFC Tech Circle

QFC Tech Circle

The QFC Tech Circle, located on the 9th Floor of QFC Tower 1, is a flexible co-working space that supports early-stage digital...

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How to register a company with QFC

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Expression of interest in the QFC

Complete the 'Start Your Setup' form. You can also contact our business development team at +974 4496 7836 or email businessdevelopment@qfc.qa 

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Complete Single Online Application

If your business operations are aligned to the activities permitted under the QFC, you can complete an online Application for Registration and License with us.

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Certificate and Scope of License Issued

Once your application is approved, you will receive your Licensing and Registration Certificates, your QFC entity’s Scope of License, and Licensing Letter.

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In this episode of our Echoes of Success series, Michael shares his venture capital journey, the role QFC has played in their expansion, and the exciting future for Golden Gate Ventures in the region.

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