Electronic testing for sweetened drinks to begin via Dhareeba Platform on November 1
<p>Doha, Qatar: General Tax Authority announced that, effective November 1, 2026, the analysis certificates required for the registration of sweetened drinks will be approved electronically through the Dhareeba platform, through direct integration with laboratories accredited by the Ministry of Public Health and registered with the Authority, without the need to attach them manually.</p> <p>Under…
Doha, Qatar - Starting November 1, 2026, the General Tax Authority will begin offering electronic testing for sweetened drinks via the Dhareeba platform, according to recent announcements.
Previously, tax analysts had to submit analysis certificates manually when registering these products. The new system will streamline the process significantly. Taxpayers will submit a product registration application through the Dhareeba platform, then provide a sample to an accredited laboratory for testing.
Upon completion of the tests, the laboratory will confirm the results. These results will then be automatically transmitted to the Dhareeba platform, negating the need for any manual data entry. This integration not only reduces administrative burdens but also boosts data accuracy and facilitates better integration of information related to product registration applications.
The launch of this electronic testing process coincides with the expansion of the excise tax on sweetened drinks. It is part of the General Tax Authority's ongoing efforts to enhance its digital services and improve electronic integrations with relevant entities.
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