Qatar
No personal income tax. Crypto gains for individuals are tax-free. Corporate tax at 10%. Digital Asset Regulatory framework being finalized by Q2 2025.
FATCA Partner
Yes
FATF Status
Clear
EU Blacklist
No
Dual Nationality
Not allowed
Bitizenship
Not yet
Tax Rates
Activity Taxes
Staking
0% for individuals
Mining
0% for individuals
DeFi
0% for individuals
NFTs
0% for individuals
Taxable Events
Crypto → Fiat
Not taxable
Crypto → Crypto
Not taxable
Holding Period
No holding period benefit
All gains tax-free for individuals
Regulation & Residency
Regulatory Body
Qatar Financial Centre Regulatory Authority (QFCRA)
Residency Requirement
Investment visa or employment sponsorship
Reporting Requirements
Regulatory framework being developed; AML/CFT requirements apply
Citizenship & Residency Path
Residency via employment or investment; citizenship extremely rare
Notable Conditions
- →Digital Asset Regulatory (DAR) framework being finalized
- →No personal income tax at all
- →Corporate tax 10% (one of lowest in region after UAE)
- →5% VAT on general goods/services
- →Crypto regulation still evolving
Living & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
High
Banking Access
Good
Quality of Life
High
Lifestyle Scores