Ministry of Commerce and Industry Slashes Service Fees by Over 90%

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The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI) has announced a major boost for businesses in Qatar! H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Qassim Al Thani, the Minister of Commerce and Industry, recently issued Ministerial Resolution No. (60) for 2024. This resolution significantly reduces fees for various services offered by the ministry, with some fees dropping by a staggering over 90%.

This move is a strategic decision aimed at stimulating economic growth in Qatar. By making it cheaper to register businesses, obtain permits, and access other essential services, MOCI hopes to:

  • Encourage national and foreign enterprises: Lower fees make it more attractive for both domestic and international businesses to set up shop in Qatar.
  • Create a more attractive investment environment: Reduced costs signal a business-friendly environment, potentially leading to increased foreign investment.

New Updated Fee Structure:

Commercial Registration Services Fees:

SERVICEFEES BEFORE CHANGEFEES AFTER CHANGEFREQUENCY
Registration in the commercial register with one main activityVariable based on the value of the commercial activity up to QR 10,000QR 500Annually
Renewal of registration in the commercial register with one
main activity
Variable based on the value of the commercial activity up to QR 10,000QR 500Annually
Request to add each branch in the commercial register10% of the value of the main register activities’ feesQR 100Annually or any part of the year
Renewal of branch registration in the commercial register10% of the value of the main register activities’ feesQR 100Annually
Fee for each additional activity in the commercial registerVariable based on the value of the commercial activity up to QR 10,000QR 300Annually or any part of the year
Notation in the commercial register for any change or amendment to the registration dataQR 500QR 300Per application
Request for a negative certificateQR 50FREEPer application
Request for a certificate for whoever it may concern of all typesQR 500QR 50Per application
Updated Commercial Registration Fees

Commercial Permit Services Fees:

SERVICEFEES BEFORE CHANGEFEES AFTER CHANGEFREQUENCY
Licensing of similar commercial, industrial, or public premises or a branch thereofVariable based on the value of the commercial activity up to QR 10,000QR 500Annually
Renewal of licensing of similar commercial, industrial, or public premises or a branch thereofVariable based on the value of the commercial activity up to QR 10,000QR 500Annually
Licensing of home-based business activitiesVariable based on the value of the commercial activity up to QR 1,000QR 300Annually
Renewal of licensing of home-based business activitiesVariable based on the value of the commercial activity up to QR 1,000QR 300Annually
Commercial Permit Fees

Fees for Commercial Agents Registry:

SERVICEFEES BEFORE CHANGEFEES AFTER CHANGEFREQUENCY
Application for registration in the Commercial Agents RegistryQR 3,000QR 1,000Annually
Application for amendment endorsement in registration in the Commercial Agents RegistryQR 1,000QR 300Per application
Application for cancellation of
commercial agency registration
QR 1,000FREEPer application
Inquiry request about a commercial agencyQR 1,000QR 500Per application
Request for accessing data of
a commercial agency
QR 1,000QR 500Per application
Fees for Commercial Agents Registry

Fees for Commercial Company Services:

SERVICEFEES BEFORE CHANGEFEES AFTER CHANGEFREQUENCY
Review and attestation of the establishment documents of limited liability companiesQR 1,500QR 500Per application
Reviewing and attesting to the founding contracts and articles of association of joint stock companiesQR 5,000QR 2,000Per application
Fees for Commercial Company Services

Fees for Practicing Consultancy Services:

SERVICEFEES BEFORE CHANGEFEES AFTER CHANGEFREQUENCY
License to practice consultancy services (registration in the registry)Variable depending on the type of entity, ranging from QR 9,000 to QR 20,000.QR 500Annually
Renewal of license to practice consultancy services (renewal of registration in the registry)Variable depending on the type of entity, ranging from QR 6,000 to QR 15,000.QR 500Annually
Fees for Practicing Consultancy Services

Fees for Auditors:

SERVICEFEES BEFORE CHANGEFEES AFTER CHANGEFREQUENCY
Registration in the Auditors registry for normal personsQR 5,000QR 5003 years
Renewal of registration in the Auditors registry for normal personsQR 2,000QR 5003 years
Registration in the registry of accounting offices and firmsQR 7,000QR 3,0003 years
Registration in the registry of trainee auditorsQR 2,000QR 3003 years
Registration of branches of non-Qatari accounting offices and firmsQR 20,000 per yearQR 20,000 for three years3 years
Fees for Auditors

Fees for Quality Licenses:

SERVICEFEES BEFORE CHANGEFEES AFTER CHANGEFREQUENCY
Issuance of license for conducting promotions (for all types of promotions except final clearance)QR 1,000QR 200For each application
Issuance of license for sales through final clearanceQR 1,500QR 200For each application
License for sales promotion (in all its forms)QR 3,000QR 200For each application
License for loyalty program registrationQR 3,000QR 200One-time payment
Issuance of license for brokerage activitiesQR 1,500QR 1,000Annually
Recall of defective goods – consumer protectionQR 200FREEFor each application
Fees for Quality Licenses

Fees for Patent Services (Individuals):

SERVICEFEES BEFORE CHANGEFEES AFTER CHANGEFREQUENCY
Request for a technical search before submitting the application.QR 500QR 200For each application
Application for patent registration and technical examinationQR 3,500QR 2,500For each application
Application for patent grant and publicationQR 1,200QR 800For each application
Application for registration complaintQR 2,000QR 500For each application
Fees for Patent Services (Individuals)

Fees for Patent Services (Companies, institutions, and research bodies):

SERVICEFEES BEFORE CHANGEFEES AFTER CHANGEFREQUENCY
Request for a technical search before submitting the application.QR 2,000QR 400For each application
Application for patent registration and technical examinationQR 700QR 5,000For each application
Application for patent grant and publicationQR 2,400QR 1,600For each application
Application for registration complaintQR 4,000QR 1,000For each application
Fees for Patent Services (Companies, institutions, and research bodies)

Fees for Services Related to the Protection of Designs and Industrial Models:

SERVICEFEES BEFORE CHANGEFEES AFTER CHANGEFREQUENCY
Application for registration of design or industrial model and conducting technical examinationQR 3,000QR 2,500For each application
Objection regarding a design or industrial model after publicationQR 3,000QR 2,000For each application
Application for renewal of a design or industrial model (first time)QR 5,000QR 2,000For each application
Application for renewal of a design or industrial model (second time)QR 7,000QR 2,000For each application
Fees for Services Related to the Protection of Designs and Industrial Models

Fees for Industrial Development Services:

SERVICEFEES BEFORE CHANGEFEES AFTER CHANGEFREQUENCY
Preliminary approval for establishing an industrial projectQR 1,500QR 500Annually
License for establishing an industrial projectQR 1,500QR 500Annually
Extension of preliminary approvalQR 500QR 100Annually
Extension of industrial licenseQR 500QR 100Annually
Subdivision license for an industrial projectQR 1,000QR 500For each application
Fees for Industrial Development Services

These changes are a clear signal from the MoCI that Qatar is open for business. By making it cheaper and easier to establish and operate a business, the ministry hopes to attract new investment, stimulate economic activity, and create more jobs.

Thinking of starting a business in Qatar? Now’s the perfect time! With these drastically reduced fees, there’s never been a better opportunity to turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality.

Looking to expand your existing business? Take advantage of the simplified procedures and lower costs associated with adding branches or registering additional activities.

This is a positive development for Qatar’s business landscape, and we can expect to see a surge in entrepreneurial activity in the coming months. Stay tuned for further updates!

Source: Ministry of Commerce and Industry

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