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Coronavirus (COVID-19) travel restrictions in Qatar – updated 31 January 2022: a new traffic light system for entry to Qatar came into effect on 15 November 2021. For further information, visit the Ministry of Public Health webpage.
Qatar lies on the Persian Gulf in eastern Arabia, north of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Despite its location in an often volatile area of the Middle East, it's generally a safe country with a low crime rate. This is due in part to a large police presence who aim to maintain security and prevent crime from happening.
However, there are a number of local laws travelers should be aware of, so you can avoid unknowingly doing something that is considered a crime in Qatar.
The country is populated mostly by wealthy individuals and foreigners on lucrative work contracts. There is also a large population of expatriate blue collar workers who are on short term contracts working on various construction projects across the country.
Despite the cultural diversity, the country and its society is quite stable. The capital city of Doha does experience petty crime such as pickpocketing and theft, but keep your belongings safe and secure, and you should be fine.
ATM and credit card theft does happen, so always check to make sure there are no card scanners on the ATM you are using, and keep your cash and valuables out of sight to avoid losing your card.
Women traveling alone may receive the occasional stare, but in Doha this is nothing to worry about. Women should dress modestly, and avoid wearing tight clothing.
It is illegal to harass women in Qatar – this term encompasses everything from striking up a conversation to staring. Many women expats and travelers say they felt safe in Qatar, but the important rule is to respect local customs and dress modestly to avoid any unwanted attention.
Qatar is an Islamic country, and there are several actions considered illegal of which travelers would otherwise think nothing of. Offenses are governed by Qatari law, and penalties can be severe.
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how long does it take to wait for a hearing if you are an expat
"despite cultural diversity, the country is stable"
Who said that cultural diversity normally breeds instability, as this implies?
In fact, only the lunatic fringes of the right wing believe that cultural mixing = instability.
As a Londoner I can confirm that a big mixture of people & cultures can be a very good thing.
Im not blaming someone, nor a country. There is nobody is found been living according to Islamic Rules. All Are being western life style. Expats are allowed for all things. Depend on your status. You can keep girl friends as you like. Nobody will check. Nobody can. Most of the laws created are as decorations. You can live here with complete freedom, if you are with high salaried person.
You can see every forbidden activities when you explore each scene.
Yes The 3rd last pt is absolutely true.Cars generally dont stop to let people cross even at the crossings and often honk at those trying to cross.
One day I was crossing at a signalised crossing and no car even cared to give way even as I tried to step onto the road.
BE CAREFUL EVERYBODY DONT ACT OVERSMART . Also my advice to ppl from Western nations is to keep their cool on as these Local Arabs will honk at u as soon as the light is green.Its bloody annoying I HATE IT but u have to keep cool and carry on.Dont lose temper.
Qatar looks like crap for a non-national
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