Technology

Objective of the package

Accelerating the development of Qatar’s digital economy through the attraction of cutting-edge technology firms and the development of digital talent in emerging domains including but not limited GenAI, cloud computing, quantum computing and IoT.

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Eligible activities

    The package supports:

    • Establishment of technology hubs and digital infrastructure.
    • Expansion or modernization into emerging areas such as cybersecurity, cloud computing and AI.

    Access full list of eligible activities here.

Cybersecurity

Data centers and cloud services

AI and data analytics

Semiconductors and quantum computing

Eligibility criteria

    To qualify, the project must:

    • Operate in the IT & digital sector, including cloud, cybersecurity, AI, or emerging tech
    • Create at least 5 new high-skilled jobs (FTEs) in Qatar
    • Commit a minimum new investment of QAR 25 million (capex + opex over 5 years)
    • Be backed by a company with at least 5 years of operational experience in the tech/digital domain
    • Have a healthy credit history (no defaults or restructurings in the past 12 months)
    • Use modern digital technologies (e.g. SaaS, cloud, data analytics)
    • Align with Qatar’s National Development Strategy (NDS3)

Level of support

Financial support of up to 40% of eligible local investment expenses over 5 years

  1. - Capex: 40% of IT equipment costs; 40% of fit-out costs (up to QAR 6,500 per sqm) 
  2. - Opex: % coverage will vary based on the number of high-skilled FTEs 

Eligible expenditures

Capital expenditures including IT equipment and office fit-out

Operational expenditures including legal setup and office leasing

Application process

01

Register Company Profile

Create your company profile on the Invest Qatar Gateway platform

02

Submit Preliminary Application

Submit your preliminary application for initial screening by Invest Qatar

03

Submit Full Proposal

Once screened, provide your detailed proposal for Invest Qatar’s review

04

Sign Agreement

Review and sign the contract provided by Invest Qatar

05

Execute Your Plan

Launch your project and unlock the benefits of your incentive package

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