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Parking Rules in Qatar

Qatar Parking Rules & Fines Explained

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By Abdullah Hasham

Finding your car with a bright orange ticket under the wiper is a stressful experience for Qatar drivers. With parking fines reaching up to 500 ...

What is an Article 49 Traffic Violation in Qatar

What is an Article 49 Traffic Violation in Qatar?

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By Abdullah Hasham

Spotting an Article 49 violation on your Qatar driving record can send waves of panic through even the most experienced drivers. This serious charge from ...

How Qatar Traffic Cameras Detect Violations and Issue Fines

How Traffic Cameras Work in Qatar?

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By Abdullah Hasham

A sudden camera flash or an unexpected fine on Metrash worries many drivers in Qatar. Traffic cameras work continuously across roads and intersections, using advanced ...

List of Professions Not Eligible for Qatar Driving License

Ineligible Professions for Qatar Driving License in 2026

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By Abdullah Hasham

For expatriates in Qatar, discovering your profession disqualifies you from obtaining a driving license can be devastating. This restriction affects thousands of workers annually, creating ...

How to Do Istimara Renewal in Qatar

How to Do Istimara Renewal in Qatar? (2026)

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By Abdullah Hasham

Facing a Qatar Istimara renewal deadline can cost you QAR 500+ in penalties if missed. In 2026, the Ministry of Interior (MOI) offers three streamlined ...

How To Check Traffic Violations In Qatar

How to Check & Pay Qatar Traffic Fines?

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By Abdullah Hasham

Qatar traffic violation checking is now easier than ever in 2025. Drivers can quickly check fines, avoid penalties, and maintain clean records using the MOI ...

How to Get International Driving License in Qatar

How to Get International Driving License in Qatar?

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By Abdullah Hasham

For Qatar residents traveling abroad, an International Driving Permit is essential for legal driving worldwide. This official UN-regulated document costs just QR 150, remains valid ...

How to Renew Qatar Driving License

How to Renew Qatar Driving License in 2026?

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By Abdullah Hasham

Tired of wasting hours in traffic department queues? Qatar driving license renewal process has gone digital, saving you time and hassle. The Ministry of Interior ...

Qatar's Metrash2 Service Ending

MOI Launches New Metrash App, Ends Metrash2

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By Abdullah Hasham

Qatar residents risk losing access to vital government services as the Ministry of Interior (MOI) ends Metrash2 on March 1, 2025. Users must download the ...

How to Get NOC for Admin Processes

How to Get NOC for Admin Processes?

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By Abdullah Hasham

Many expats in Qatar struggle with obtaining a No Objection Certificate (NOC), facing delays in job changes, visa applications, and other vital procedures. The complex ...

Qatar Medical Test for School Admission

Qatar Medical Test for School Admission: Complete Guide

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By Abdullah Hasham

Many expatriate families moving to Qatar face uncertainty about mandatory medical testing for school enrollment. Parents often struggle to find reliable information about this essential ...

How to Use Qatar Metrash App for Anonymous Security Reporting

How to Use Qatar Metrash App to Report Crimes?

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By Abdullah Hasham

Witnessing suspicious behavior or crimes in Qatar often leaves residents feeling helpless and unsure how to alert authorities quickly. The Ministry of Interior’s Metrash app ...

How to Register Family Members on Qatar's Metrash App

How to Register Family Members on Qatar’s Metrash App?

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By Abdullah Hasham

Many Qatar residents struggle to access digital government services for their dependents who lack registered phone numbers, causing frustration with basic administrative tasks. Qatar’s Ministry ...

How to Check and Renew Your Qatar Health Card

How to Check and Renew Your Qatar Health Card?

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By Abdullah Hasham

Is your Qatar health card about to expire? Without a valid card, you’ll pay full price for medical care at Hamad Medical Corporation facilities and ...

How to Book QDC Appointment Online

How to Book QDC Appointment Online?

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By Abdullah Hasham

Need to buy alcohol in Qatar but dreading long wait times? The Qatar Distribution Company (QDC) requires all permit holders to book appointments before visiting ...

How to Change Metrash Mobile Number

How to Change Metrash Mobile Number?

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By Abdullah Hasham

Is your Metrash app sending notifications to the wrong phone? Without an updated mobile number, you’ll miss crucial alerts about traffic violations, visa statuses, and ...

How to Apply for Hamad Health Card

How to Apply for Hamad Health Card?

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By Abdullah Hasham

Getting healthcare access in Qatar starts with one essential document – the Hamad Health Card. Without this card, medical visits at government facilities cost significantly ...

How to Apply for QDC License or Renew it

How to Apply for QDC License or Renew it?

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By Abdullah Hasham

Need to buy alcohol or pork products in Qatar but don’t know where to start? As a predominantly Muslim country, Qatar strictly regulates these items, ...