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Qatar Flag Qatar — Arabia Standard Time (AST)
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Country: Qatar
Capital: Doha
Coordinates: 25.2854° N, 51.5310° E
Timezone: Asia/Qatar (AST)
UTC Offset: UTC+03:00
Qatar does not observe Daylight Saving Time.

Qatar Flag Major Cities in Qatar

📝 Qatar Facts, Holidays & Tourism

🎓 For Students:

  • Education City hosts international branch campuses of top universities.
  • Top Universities: Qatar University, HBKU, Carnegie Mellon University Qatar.
  • Popular Fields: Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Media Studies.
  • Scholarships: Available for both local and international students.

✈️ For Visitors:

  • Visa: Visa-free entry for over 90 nationalities.
  • Popular Destinations: Doha Corniche, Souq Waqif, Katara Cultural Village, The Pearl-Qatar, National Museum of Qatar.
  • Best Time to Visit: November–March (pleasant winter weather).
  • Transportation: Metro, taxis, and buses available; Hamad International Airport is a major global hub.

💼 For Professionals & Expats:

  • Work Visa: Required and typically sponsored by the employer.
  • Key Sectors: Energy, Aviation, Construction, Education, Healthcare, IT.
  • Cost of Living: Relatively high but tax-free income offsets expenses.
  • Business Etiquette: Conservative culture emphasizing respect and punctuality.

🏞️ Tourism & Culture:

  • Known for modern architecture and traditional Qatari culture.
  • Famous Attractions: The Pearl, Museum of Islamic Art, Desert Safari, Lusail City.
  • Major Festivals: Qatar National Day (Dec 18), Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha.
  • UNESCO Site: Al Zubarah Archaeological Site.

📌 Quick Tips:

  • Currency: Qatari Riyal (QAR).
  • Timezone: AST (UTC+03:00) — no DST.
  • Emergency Numbers: 999 (All Services).
  • Electricity: 240V, 50Hz; plug type G.

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