General Tax Authority's Establishment Anniversary

General Tax Authority Organizes a Chess Training Program to Develop Employees’ Skills

The General Tax Authority organized a three-day chess training program in collaboration with the Qatar Chess Federation, with the participation of a number of male and female employees. This initiative reflects the Authority’s commitment to developing the intellectual and cognitive skills of its human capital. The program aims to enhance strategic thinking capabilities and develop planning and decision-making skills by introducing the fundamentals of chess and their practical applications. It focuses on analyzing situations, anticipating outcomes, and developing alternative strategies. This initiative comes as part of the General Tax Authority’s ongoing efforts to foster a positive and motivating work environment and to develop employees’ skills through innovative approaches that contribute to improving job performance and promoting a balance between professional development and intellectual activities, thereby positively impacting the quality of institutional performance.

Qatar National Day

Arabic Language Day

Human Rights Day

The General Tax Authority Announces the Opening of the “Tabadol” Portal for Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR)

The General Tax Authority (GTA) has announced the opening of the “Tabadol” portal for submitting Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR) for the fiscal year 2024, as well as the notifications for the fiscal year 2025, with a deadline of December 31, 2025. This initiative targets taxpayers, accounting firms, and auditors, enabling the relevant authorities to gain a comprehensive and accurate view of the activities of multinational companies. The “Tabadol” portal is an electronic platform dedicated to exchange tax information with relevant authorities in partner jurisdictions, in line with international agreements. The GTA clarified that multinational companies headquartered in Qatar with total revenues of QAR 3 billion or more during the reported fiscal year are required to submit these reports and notifications. All targeted taxpayers are urged to comply with the deadlines and to use the portal to submit accurate information in a timely manner. The GTA emphasized that the purpose of these reports is to enhance trust and cooperation between countries in the field of taxation, improving law enforcement, and reducing the risk of double taxation, thereby contributing to a transparent and stable investment environment.

Signing of Agreement Between the State of Qatar and the Republic of Uruguay to Avoid Double Taxation and Enhance Economic Cooperation

Signing of Agreement Between the State of Qatar and the Republic of Uruguay to Avoid Double Taxation and Enhance Economic Cooperation

With the aim of strengthening economic and financial cooperation and encouraging joint investments, the State of Qatar and the Republic of Uruguay signed a bilateral agreement between their governments regarding the avoidance of double taxation on income and the prevention of tax evasion and avoidance. The agreement was signed by H.E. Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, Minister of Finance of the State of Qatar, and H.E. Mario Lopetegui, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uruguay. The agreement seeks to avoid double taxation and remove obstacles that may hinder the movement of capital, thereby enhancing trade exchange and encouraging investment flows between the two countries. It also aims to establish a comprehensive legal framework that provides a fair tax environment, stimulates economic activities, facilitates investment flows, and strengthens opportunities for joint commercial cooperation, while emphasizing both parties’ commitment to applying the highest international standards of transparency through the exchange of verified financial information between the competent authorities of both countries. The agreement includes several technical provisions related to the regulation of income taxes across various sectors, most notably the international transport sector, as well as the taxation of associated enterprises, dividends, interest, and royalties. These measures are expected to create a favorable investment environment and encourage the flow of capital, contributing to economic stability and sustainable growth. The signing of this agreement reflects Qatar’s commitment to developing its financial and tax system and enhancing partnerships with friendly countries to support increased trade exchange and expand opportunities for joint investment.

Qatar Participates in the 18th Meeting of the Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes

The State of Qatar participated with an official delegation headed by His Excellency Mr. Khalifa bin Jassim Al-Jaham Al-Kuwari, President of the General Tax Authority, in the 18th meeting of the Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes. The meeting was held in New Delhi, Republic of India, with the participation of representatives from more than 170 countries and international organizations. During the meeting, the Qatari delegation reaffirmed Qatar's commitment to developing its legislative and regulatory framework to enhance tax compliance, particularly in the areas of Exchange of Information on Request (EOIR) and Automatic Exchange of Financial Information (AEOI). This is in addition to advancing the digital transformation of tax systems and developing tools for compliance and oversight. The delegation also participated in several discussion sessions and side events that addressed global progress in combating tax evasion, the role of transparency in improving tax collection efficiency, and increasing domestic revenues. Additionally, the events highlighted countries' experiences in implementing international standards and developing national capacities. Qatar's participation in this international event further underscores its active role in global forums on tax governance, its continuous efforts to promote the principles of tax transparency, and its commitment to developing information exchange mechanisms in line with international standards. Furthermore, it reflects Qatar's ongoing dedication to collaborating with international partners to enhance a fairer and more transparent global tax system.

Qatar Participates in the 18th Meeting of the Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes