Qatar’s Tax System: A Legislative Framework That Drives Investment and Development
As part of its National Vision, the State of Qatar seeks to strengthen the business environment and provide a sustainable economic climate through a balanced tax system that keeps pace with global developments and encourages both local and foreign investment.
- Income Tax: An annual tax is levied on income derived from sources within the State of Qatar, under Income Tax Law No. (24) of 2018 and its amendments. The tax rate is set at 10% of taxable income, with a minimum rate of 35% applied to activities related to petrochemical industries and petroleum operations.
- Withholding Tax: A 5% withholding tax is levied on payments made to non-residents for contracts or activities carried out wholly or partly within Qatar. This tax applies to royalties, interest, commissions, and payments for services, under the provisions of the Income Tax Law.
- Selective Tax: Levied on certain consumer goods that are harmful to public health or the environment, such as carbonated drinks and tobacco, aimed at reducing consumption of these products and raising health awareness among the public.
- Capital Gains Tax: Applied to capital gains realized by both residents and non-residents in the State, including: total income arising from the disposal of real estate located in the State, income arising from the disposal of shares or interests in companies resident in the State, and income arising from the disposal of any tangible or intangible assets of an activity carried out in the State.
Our Services as a Certified Tax Representative
As a certified tax representative for taxpayers, registered with the General Tax Authority under No. 20310, we provide the following services:
- Assisting the taxpayer with their tax obligations under the engagement agreement.
- Registering companies on the Dhareeba platform and obtaining the tax card once registration requirements are met.
- Providing tax advisory services to companies.
- Filing annual tax returns by the deadlines set by the General Tax Authority.
- Providing the Authority with all information, documents, records, and data requested.
- Filing objections and grievances against financial penalties and assessment elements for reconsideration in the event of penalties or any Authority decisions.
- Representing the taxpayer before the General Tax Authority and facilitating and assisting during tax audits.
- Contract notifications.
- Filing no-objection requests (clearances – sale transfers).