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Welcome to AKFY Global Services, your trusted partner for company formation and business setup in Qatar. Starting a business in Qatar can be a complex and time-consuming process, but with our expert guidance and support, you can be up and running in no time. At AKFY Global Services, we understand the unique challenges of doing business in Qatar and have the expertise and resources to help entrepreneurs like you navigate the legal and administrative…
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Worldwide Clients120+
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Our Process
The Process of Company Formation in Qatar
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Choose a Business Activity
Decide on the type of business activity you want to undertake and ensure that it is permissible under Qatar’s laws and regulations.
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Choose a legal structure
Decide on the type of legal structure for your business, such as a limited liability company (LLC), branch office, or representative office.
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Obtain initial approvals
Depending on the type of business, you may need to obtain approvals from various government agencies, such as the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, or the Qatar Financial Center.
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Register the company
Once initial approvals are obtained, the company will be registered with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The Articles of Association will be prepared and issued by the Ministry as part of the registration process. The client is only required to provide shareholder information and proof of address.
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Obtain Residence & work permits
If you are planning to bring in foreign employees, you will need to obtain work and residence permits for them.
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Obtain commercial registration
This step is necessary for all types of businesses operating in Qatar. You will need to provide documents such as the company’s registration certificate, a list of shareholders, and proof of address.
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Open a corporate bank account
Once your business is registered, you will need to open a corporate bank account in order to start operations.
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Start business operations
Once all the necessary approvals, licenses, and permits have been obtained, you can start your business operations.
AKFY
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Our Strategy
Our business philosophy revolves around the “sharing is winning? concept. We believe in optimizing value with our partners through unification of processes, effective collaboration and seamless integration of operations.
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We Work Closely with Government Agencies
License and Business Registration done efficiently. Residence and Work Permits approved on time. Government liaising & External Approvals obtained without a hitch. Accounting and Tax services made easy. Guaranteed smooth A-to-Z process with us.
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Kevin Martin
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Sarah Albert
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The ideal setup strategy depends on the business activity, ownership model, and location. Options include mainland companies, free zones, or entities formed with a local sponsor.
To start a company, you need to select a business activity, choose a legal structure, reserve a trade name, obtain approvals, and complete registration and licensing.
Yes, foreigners can register a company in Qatar. Certain activities allow 100% foreign ownership, while others require a local sponsor as per regulations.
The process includes trade name reservation, initial approval, legal documentation, license issuance, company registration, and post-setup formalities.
The main requirements include:
• Valid passport copies of shareholders
• Defined business activity
• Approved trade name
• Legal company structure
• Registered office address
• Required government approvals
Available licenses include commercial, industrial, professional, and service licenses, issued based on the nature of the business.
Opening a branch typically requires:
• Parent company registration documents
• Board resolution approving the branch
• Appointment of a local representative (if required)
• Approval from relevant authorities
• Branch commercial registration and license
Benefits include a strong economy, investor-friendly regulations, access to regional markets, tax advantages, and a stable business environment.
The setup timeline generally ranges from a few weeks to one month, depending on approvals and company type.
A local sponsor is required for certain business activities and ownership structures and acts as a legal partner without involvement in daily operations.
Minimum capital requirements vary depending on the company type, business activity, and regulatory guidelines.