Qatar ratifies income tax treaty with the UAE
Qatar has ratified the income and capital tax treaty with the UAE through Decree No. (39) of 2026, published in the Official Gazette on 25 June 2026. The treaty covers income taxes in both Qatar and the UAE, includes a mutual agreement
See MoreQatar, Kuwait income, capital tax treaty enters into force
The Qatar General Tax Authority announced that the income and capital tax treaty with Kuwait entered into force on 6 October 2025. Signed on 1 June 2025, the agreement applies to Kuwaiti income taxes as well as Qatar's income tax and corporate
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Uruguay: Senate approves income tax treaty with Qatar
The Uruguayan Senate approved the income tax treaty with Qatar on 7 July 2026. The treaty applies to Qatari income tax and corporate tax. On the Uruguayan side, it covers income tax on economic activities, personal income tax, non-resident income
See MoreQatar: GTA implements sugar-tiered excise tax on sweetened beverages from July 2026
Qatar’s General Tax Authority (GTA) has announced the implementation of a new Excise Tax mechanism on Sweetened Drinks, effective 6 July 2026, based on a Tiered Volumetric Model under which the applicable tax is calculated according to the amount
See MoreQatar: GTA Launches tax certification programme to develop national competencies
Qatar’s General Tax Authority (GTA) has announced, on 16 June 2026, the launch of the nationally recognised Certified Tax Specialist Programme, aimed at developing national competencies and strengthening the capabilities of tax professionals,
See MoreQatar: Cabinet approves draft law on e-invoicing
Qatar’s Cabinet has approved a draft law on E-invoicing and its executive regulations, according to a release from the Qatar News Agency on 6 May 2026. Prepared by the Ministry of Finance in coordination with the General Tax Authority (GTA),
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Qatar, Austria sign amendment to certain provisions of double taxation treaty
Qatar’s General Tax Authority (GTA) announced on 3 May 2026 that Qatar and Austria signed an amendment to certain provisions of the agreement on the avoidance of double taxation and the prevention of fiscal evasion with respect to taxes on income
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Qatar signs amending protocol to income, capital tax treaty with Austria
The Qatar General Tax Authority has announced the signing of an amending protocol to the 2010 income and capital tax treaty with Austria on 3 May 2026. Key revisions include the redrafting of Article 8 on international maritime and air transport,
See MoreQatar: GTA extends tax return submission deadline for the 2025 tax year
Qatar’s General Tax Authority announced, on 22 April 2026, an extension of the deadline for submitting the tax return for the 2025 tax year. The new deadline is set for 30 June 2026. The initiative aims to support taxpayers and enhance tax
See MoreQatar: GTA issues guidance for trusted entities on direct treaty benefit claims
Qatar’s General Tax Authority has issued a new user guide, “The Direct Application of Double Taxation Avoidance,” in connection with the newly launched “Register as a Trusted Entity” service on the Dhareeba platform. The GTA has
See MoreQatar introduces new mechanism for excise tax on sweetened drinks
Qatar’s General Tax Authority announced yesterday, 8 April 2026, that Law No. (2) of 2026 has been issued, amending certain provisions of Law No. (25) of 2018 on Excise Tax. The amendment introduces a new mechanism for excise tax on sweetened
See MoreQatar: GTA issues guidance on Pillar Two global minimum tax
The Qatar General Tax Authority (GTA) has released guidance on the Pillar Two Global Minimum Tax, including user manuals, relevant legislation and regulations, and a set of frequently asked questions (FAQs). Qatar’s Global Minimum
See MoreQatar: GTA introduces excise tax warehouse licensing service
Qatar’s General Tax Authority (GTA) announced on 1 April 2026 that it intends to launch the excise tax warehouse licensing service as part of its efforts to enhance the implementation of excise tax and streamline related procedures. This
See MoreQatar: GTA announces capital gains tax exemption for corporate restructuring
Qatar’s General Tax Authority (GTA) announced official clarifications regarding capital gains tax, including an exemption for gains arising from intra-group restructuring on 29 March 2026, which was first announced in May 2025. The GTA
See MoreQatar: GTA enables direct access to double taxation treaty benefits
Qatar’s General Tax Authority (GTA) issued a release on 24 March 2026 regarding a new service for the direct application of treaty benefits, as introduced under Cabinet Resolution No. (4) of 2026 as part of its ongoing efforts to develop the tax
See MoreQatar ratifies tax treaty with Kuwait
Qatar officially ratified its income and capital tax treaty with Kuwait through Decree No. (1) of 2026, published in Issue 5 of the Official Gazette on 15 March 2026. The agreement, originally signed on 1 June 2025, marks a significant milestone
See MoreQatar introduces framework for direct application of tax treaty benefits
Qatar has issued Cabinet Resolution No. (4) of 2026, effective 16 March 2026, permitting the direct application of tax treaty benefits, including reduced withholding tax rates or exemptions, at the time of payment. This marks a shift from the
See MoreQatar: GTA warns against fraudulent messages impersonating the authority
Qatar’s tax authority, the General Tax Authority (GTA), in a press release on 25 February 2026, has warned of fraudulent messages on 25 identified as being circulated via email and text messages, impersonating the Authority and containing
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