MoCI launches digital services to foster more efficient, competitive business environment
<p>Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) has launched a number of advanced digital services and solutions, marking a new step towards a more efficient and competitive business environment. These initiatives contribute to enhancing the investor journey, simplifying business establishment and operations, facilitating access to information and services, improving the beneficiary…
Doha, Qatar - The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) has launched a series of advanced digital services aimed at fostering a more efficient and competitive business landscape in Qatar. These initiatives are designed to streamline the investor journey, simplify business establishment and operations, enhance access to information and services, improve beneficiary experience, and support Qatar's digital transformation.
Among the new digital offerings is the E-Commerce Licence, issued pursuant to Decision No. (25) of 2026. This licence allows for the establishment and operation of e-commerce activities entirely online, with a simple application process and a fee of QR500. The licence covers 194 approved business activities, simplifying business start-up requirements and making it easier for entrepreneurs to enter the market.
The MoCI also updated its official website with a modern interface and improved user experience. The site now offers easy access to information and services, efficient navigation, and a more effective user experience, reflecting the ministry's commitment to leveraging technology to enhance service quality.
Additionally, the Ministry launched an enhanced version of the Qatar Business Map, which provides research and analysis tools for investors and entrepreneurs. These tools help explore commercial activities, access market data, understand geographical distribution of activities, and make informed investment decisions based on accurate data.
Other digital enhancements include updates to the Ministry's app and the addition of new services for digital transaction completion. These include the Certificate Service, allowing for instant issuance of common certificates and extracts, and the Comprehensive Renewal Service, streamlining renewal procedures through digital means.
These digital initiatives are part of a broader strategy by the Ministry to enhance the investor journey and improve transparency in the business environment. Key initiatives introduced in 2026 include the Company Regulatory Report, Business Guidance and Establishment Office, Single Window Platform for banking services, update of the Commercial Activities System, and the launch of the AI Agents Factory in collaboration with Microsoft.
These efforts aim to support stakeholders throughout the investor journey, from market exploration to business management and access to digital services.
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