WhatsApp quoteMany of our clients add a Qatar entity to their UAE structure because Qatar pairs well with a UAE entity for groups serving both markets. On the ground, the tax position in Qatar is clear: 10% corporate tax on foreign-owned profits, no VAT yet. Typical examples of this activity include SaaS platform, mobile app studio, IT outsourcing and cybersecurity consulting, which can usually sit together on one Qatar licence. In our experience, iT & Software in Qatar means software development, SaaS, app development, IT consulting and managed services, and it is licensed as a professional activity.
Why Qatar
Documents for Qatar are collected and attested in the UAE where required, so you do not need to travel for incorporation. Requirements for a Qatar company are QFC and free zone entities allow 100% foreign ownership, mainland LLCs may need a Qatari partner outside approved sectors and registered office in Qatar. Qatar is a sensible home for it & software because software development, SaaS, app development, IT consulting and managed services is a well-understood activity there and the approvals are routine.
How Qatar works with GoldenKey
Step 1Structure and name check
We confirm the activity, shareholders and name availability with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Qatar Financial Centre or QFZA.
Step 2KYC and documents
We assemble the KYC pack for the Qatar registrar from your identity and address documents. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to it & software in Qatar.
Step 3Incorporation
From day one, our Qatar partner files the incorporation and the registrar issues the certificate, typically within 3 to 6 weeks depending on the route.
Step 4Banking and compliance
We introduce banks that accept Qatar companies and set up the annual filing calendar. Your portal shows the status of this step for it & software in Qatar in real time.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for it & software in Qatar; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- Bank reference
- Portfolio or company profile
- Business description
- Passport copies
- Proof of address
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for it & software in Qatar; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Pricing for it & software in Qatar depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
| GoldenKey service fee | AED 12,000 |
|---|---|
| Official fees (approx.) | AED 4,000 |
| Approximate total | AED 16,000 |
Fees in AED; official Qatar fees in QAR
Request this servicePrices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-05.
Why the UAE
As we tell every client, the dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for it & software in Qatar and makes international pricing simple. Crucially, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies it & software in Qatar for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled it & software in Qatar for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves promptly. We speak the languages our customers speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for it & software in Qatar. In short, you deal with one named case manager from the first call until your Qatar licence, visa and bank introduction are complete, and that consultant answers your WhatsApp messages personally.
In practice, prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss it & software in Qatar.
Frequently asked questions
Can my UAE company own the Qatar company?
Yes. A UAE free zone or mainland company can be the shareholder, which is a common structure for groups operating in both markets.
What are the annual obligations for a Qatar company?
In our experience, annual returns, accounts and tax filings vary by jurisdiction; GoldenKey provides a compliance calendar and local accounting support.
How does Qatar compare with a UAE free zone?
Each serves different markets. GoldenKey usually recommends the UAE as the operating base and Qatar where you have customers, suppliers or treaty benefits there.
Which licence type covers it & software?
Importantly, iT & Software is classified as a professional activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
Is it & software allowed in Qatar?
In short, iT & Software can be carried out through a LLC, QFC company or Qatar Free Zone entity in Qatar, subject to any sector licensing there. {brand} confirms the activity classification with our Qatar partner before incorporation.
