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Qatar Tourism and Visit Qatar delivered a strong performance and sustained strategic momentum in 2025, reinforcing Qatar’s position as a year-round tourism destination. Total visitor arrivals grew 3.7 percent to 5.1 million, with the country welcoming 674,000 visitors in December, a near 16 percent increase on the same month a year earlier, driven by major international events, including the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025™. The hospitality sector delivered solid growth across all key indicators. 10.8 million room nights were sold, up 8.6 percent compared to 2024, while total accommodation revenue reached QAR 8.3 billion, representing

Doha, Qatar – 18 January 2026: Msheireb Properties announces the relocation of Qatar Tourism headquarters to Msheireb Downtown Doha. This move enhances Msheireb Downtown Doha’s position as Qatar’s premier destination for leading government institutions and major organisations. The relocation provides Qatar Tourism—including its marketing arm Visit Qatar—with state-of-the-art facilities within Msheireb Downtown Doha’s sustainable urban environment. The city offers a strategic hub through smart city infrastructure and proximity to key cultural, business, and transport centres. Msheireb Downtown Doha’s Gold and

Visit Qatar announced that it will become a principal partner of the future Audi F1 Team upon the team’s official entry into the FIA Formula 1 World Championship in 2026. The partnership strengthens Qatar’s connection to the global Formula 1 community and introduces millions of fans to the country’s distinctive hospitality, rich culture and contemporary spirit. As the team competes around the world, the Visit Qatar brand will feature well beyond any single Grand Prix, strengthening the nation’s visibility among international audiences and inspiring fans to experience Qatar first-hand. Throughout the 2026 seas

Qatar Tourism, in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior and the Permanent Committee for Managing Visitor Entry, has announced updates to the “Hayya” GCC Residents Visa (A2). The new features are designed to make travel to Qatar smoother and more convenient during a season rich in international sporting, cultural, and entertainment events. The updates, which will take effect on 30 November 2025, allows visitors from GCC countries to stay in Qatar for up to two months and offers multiple-entry access. These enhancements are designed to make it easier for visitors to attend a variety of events throughout the season and enjoy a

Doha, Qatar – 27 November 2025: Msheireb Properties, the leading sustainable real estate developer in Qatar, won 4 awards at the Qatar Tourism Awards 2025, presented by Qatar Tourism and UNWTO, marking Msheireb’s continued success at the prestigious awards for the third consecutive year. The Qatar Tourism Awards recognise innovation and excellence in the nation’s tourism sector, aiming to raise awareness of Qatar as a world-class tourism and leisure destination. These awards highlight standout experiences and commend the efforts of key players who enrich the visitor journey, enabling Qatar’s growth as a hub for cultural and env