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Everything you need to know before traveling
January - December
ر.ق (QAR)
Arabic
Type G (240V, 50Hz)
Qatar
Right-hand traffic
The comfortable season lasts from November to March with pleasant temperatures and sunshine. In summer, heat can reach +45 °C, so winter months are the best time to visit.
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The official currency is the Qatari Riyal (QAR). 1 USD ≈ 3.64 QAR. Currency exchange is available at the airport, banks, and hotels. Cards are accepted everywhere.
The best time to visit is November to April when temperatures are comfortable (+20-30°C). Summer (May-October) is very hot (+40-50°C) with high humidity.
Modest clothing is recommended in public: shoulders and knees should be covered. Swimwear is acceptable at hotel beaches. Strict rules apply in malls and mosques.
Alcohol is only permitted in licensed hotels, restaurants, and bars. Public consumption and being intoxicated in public are prohibited and punishable by law.
Qatar is one of the safest countries in the world with very low crime rates. Strict laws are enforced. It's important to respect local traditions and laws.
Desert tropical climate. Summer (May-October) is hot +40-50°C with high humidity. Winter (November-April) is comfortable +20-30°C with rare rainfall.
Options include taxis (Uber, Careem), car rentals, Doha metro (modern system), and buses. Taxis are the most convenient way to travel. Prices are moderate.
Doha and major cities have widespread 4G/5G; coverage thins out in remote areas. The easiest option is to activate an eSIM in advance; local SIMs are sold at the airport and carrier shops with passport ID. Wi-Fi is available in hotels, malls, and cafés. Some online content may be restricted by local filtering.
