26 September 2024

Qatar issues new law to attract and retain Qatari nationals

According to an announcement on the official website of the Amiri Diwan of Qatar, on 1 September 2024, His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani issued Law No. (12) of 2024 (i.e., "the Law") that seeks to create new employment and career opportunities for Qatari nationals. The Law is expected to be effective six months after its publication in the Official Gazette. A Qatar News Agency article clarifies that the Law aims to boost the participation of the national workforce in private sector institutions and companies by creating new employment and career opportunities.

A Tax Alert prepared by EY's People Advisory Services, and attached below, provides additional details.

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Full text of Tax Alert

Document ID: 2024-1772