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Guides to buying and owning property in Qatar: freehold zones, foreign and GCC ownership rules, residency through property purchases, and registration fees.
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Minimum plot sizes, no-subdivision zones, documents, fees and timelines for splitting a residential plot in Qatar, from official sources.
Qatar’s cabinet has approved a proposed law that permits property to be issued and transferred as digital assets linked to the national real estate registry. The bill will undergo a 10-day public consultation process via the Sharek platform before being presented to parliament. A timeline for its implementation has yet to be established.
Currently, Qatar charges 0.25% of the property value for registering a sale, and under Law No. 8 of 2026, the cost to register a lease stands at QR 250 per unit. In this guide we have included information on all fees for registration, transfer, notary, and any exemptions.
Most people don’t know how much protection the tenant has in Qatar under leasing law. The deposit amount can never exceed two months’ rent, contracts renew automatically and to evict a tenant, the matter must go before a committee. This guide has been updated to accommodate Law No. 8 of 2026 and covers the new QR 250 fee, fines and appealing to the Court of Appeal.
Qatar’s housing loan helps citizens buy a ready home for up to QAR 1,200,000. The seller receives payment once the title is transferred to the buyer. The house must meet three conditions, including at least 329 square meters of built area and being no more than ten years old. Here’s how you can use this program to buy a home.
Thinking about making Qatar your home? This guide walks GCC nationals through the latest rules and practical steps for buying and owning property in Qatar.
Buy property worth QR 730,000 or more in Qatar and qualify for a five-year renewable residence permit without a sponsor. This guide covers both thresholds, family sponsorship, the 90-day rule, and how to apply.
Foreigners can buy property in 10 freehold zones in Qatar. They can also obtain 99-year rights in 16 other areas.
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