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Start your Setup with QFC

QFC Web Summit 2025 Incentives

Join the QFC now for exclusive benefits for 4 years!*

• Waived registration fees
• Waived annual fees
• Exclusive tax Incentives

*The waiver is only limited to application fees and licensing, however all immigration related, and operational expenses will be paid by the applicant.

What We License

Professional Services (30+)

Advisory and Consultancy
Financial Technology (FinTech) Services
Market Research
Event Management Services
Leisure, Hospitality and Tourism Management
Legal Services
Activities of Notaries Public, Civil Law Notaries, Arbitrators, Examiners and Referees
Auditing and Accountancy Activities
Activities of Employment Agencies
The Provision, Formation, Operation and Administration of Trusts and Similar Arrangements of All Kinds
Trust and Company Service Providers
Provision, Formation, Operation and Administration of Companies
Activities of Insolvency Practitioners
Third Party Administrators
Support Service Providers

Ship Broking and Shipping Agents

Shipping Agents
Ship Broking

Classification Services and Investment Grading and Other Grading Services

Private Credit Rating
Classification of Vessels

Company Headquarters, Management Offices and Treasury Operations and Other Related Functions for All Kinds of Business, and the Administration of Companies Generally

Group Holding and Management Office
Company Headquarters
Provision of Administrative Support to Third Parties
Intra-Group Treasury Operations
Activities of LLC(G)s

QFC Client Journey:
What to Expect

Expression of Interest

Kickstart your journey with QFC by:

Complete the Start Your Setup form or visit the QFC team at the Startup Qatar Pavilion

Our team will review your submission. If eligible, you'll receive a link to apply for incorporation

Application Process

Fill out the online business registration form

Choose your office option: Eligible businesses get a 3-month free office at QFC Tower 1

Submit your application and receive an email confirmation

Stay updated via SMS and email notifications

Post-Registration Support

Once registered, access essential setup services:

Computer Card Issuance – Required for operations in Qatar

Banking Services – Open a corporate account with Dukhan Bank or QNB

Tax Support – Get on-site tax assistance, including immediate tax card issuance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Qatar offers a strategic location, a stable economy, and a business-friendly environment. It serves as a gateway between key Western and Eastern markets, providing access to regional and global opportunities. The country boasts world-class infrastructure, a pro-business regulatory framework, and a strong focus on innovation, particularly in FinTech, digital assets, and emerging technologies.
Qatar has a diversified economy with strong industries in:
- Financial Services & FinTech
- Oil & Gas
- Infrastructure & Real Estate
- Digital Economy & Technology
- Sports, Tourism, and Events (e.g., FIFA World Cup 2022 legacy projects)
- Logistics & Trade
Qatar provides tax incentives in accordance with best practices and international standards, foreign ownership rights, business-friendly policies, and access to free zones and financial hubs like the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC), which offers attractive benefits for international businesses.
Qatar has a modern yet traditional business culture, emphasizing strong relationships, professionalism, and regulatory compliance. Networking and partnerships are crucial for business success.

About Qatar

The Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) is a leading financial and business hub offering a competitive and transparent legal, regulatory, and tax environment. It allows companies to operate in Qatar with 100% foreign ownership while benefiting from a business-friendly regulatory framework.
QFC provides:
- 100% foreign ownership
- Competitive tax benefits (10% corporate tax, no personal income tax)
- Legal & regulatory framework based on English common law
- Access to Qatar’s financial ecosystem and global markets
- Fast-track business incorporation and post-licensing support
The Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) is designed to support a wide range of professional, financial, and digital services firms by offering a business-friendly regulatory and legal environment. The activities licensed by QFC include both non-regulated and regulated sectors:
Non-Regulated Activities including:
- Professional Services – Legal services, consulting, accounting, audit, tax consultancy, and other advisory services.
- FinTech - Financial technology & services providers
- IT & Tech Solutions – Computer programming, IT consultancy, and data processing/hosting.
- Corporate Solutions & Holding Companies – Company headquarters, management offices, treasury operations, holding structures, and company administration.
Regulated Activities including:
- Banking – Corporate/wholesale banking, investment banking, and private banking & wealth management.
- Asset Management – Activities such as investment funds, private equity, venture capital, and fund advisory services.
- Islamic Finance – Islamic banking, Sharia-compliant financial services, Islamic insurance (Takaful), and investment management.
- Alternative Finance – Aviation finance, shipping finance, capital leasing, and other structured finance solutions.
📌 A complete list can be found here: What We License | Qatar Financial Centre (QFC
Yes, QFC allows 100% foreign ownership with no restrictions on capital repatriation.
QFC firms have access to the following benefits:
- A 10% corporate tax rate on locally sourced profits
- No personal income tax
- Tax incentives (exemptions, concessionary rates, etc.) in accordance with international standards
For non-regulated activities, the QFC implements a new incorporation process that enables applicants to instantly establish an entity and obtain a licence to conduct non-regulated activities in the QFC, provided they meet the necessary requirements.
As part of the Web Summit 2025 incentives, QFC offers a temporary business address for up to three months. After this period, businesses must secure a QFC-designated office. During the Web Summit business registration, you can either opt for this temporary address or lease office space directly in one of the QFC-designated buildings or an approved business centre.
QFC firms must:
- Appoint an auditor and file annual financial statements
- Maintain mandatory records and registers
- File an annual return with the Companies Registration Office (CRO)
- Ensure ongoing compliance with QFC regulations
If a firm registered under web summit 2025 remains inactive for more than six (6) months, QFC may withdraw its license and deregister the company.
visit Start Up Qatar pavilion at Web Summit Qatar , Booth E201 and contact a QFC representative.

The Perfect Platform to Start And Expand Your Business

FAQs

QFC Web Summit 2025 Incentives

What We License

Banking

Asset Management

Insurance / Reinsurance

Islamic Finance

Fund Administration, Fund Advisory and Fiduciary Businesses

Fintech

Representative Office

Alternative Finance

Professional Services (30+)

Ship Broking and Shipping Agents

Classification Services and Investment Grading and Other Grading Services

Company Headquarters, Management Offices and Treasury Operations and Other Related Functions for All Kinds of Business, and the Administration of Companies Generally

QFC Client Journey:
What to Expect

Expression of Interest

Application Process

Post-Registration Support

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

About Qatar

About Qatar Financial Centre (QFC)

Engagement and Interaction Phase

Application Phase

Review and Approval Phase

Post-Licensing Phase

QFC LLC Incorporation Requirements & Compliance

The Perfect Platform to Start And Expand Your Business

FAQs

QFC Web Summit 2025 Incentives

What We License

Banking

Asset Management

Insurance / Reinsurance

Islamic Finance

Fund Administration, Fund Advisory and Fiduciary Businesses

Fintech

Representative Office

Alternative Finance

Professional Services (30+)

Ship Broking and Shipping Agents

Classification Services and Investment Grading and Other Grading Services

Company Headquarters, Management Offices and Treasury Operations and Other Related Functions for All Kinds of Business, and the Administration of Companies Generally

QFC Client Journey: What to Expect

Expression of Interest

Application Process

Post-Registration Support

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

About Qatar

About Qatar Financial Centre (QFC)

Engagement and Interaction Phase

Application Phase

Review and Approval Phase

Post-Licensing Phase

QFC LLC Incorporation Requirements & Compliance

QFC Client Journey:
What to Expect