{"id":6383,"date":"2024-11-03T15:54:32","date_gmt":"2024-11-03T11:54:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.qa\/blog\/?p=6383"},"modified":"2024-11-21T10:58:37","modified_gmt":"2024-11-21T06:58:37","slug":"no-objection-certificates-qatar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.qa\/blog\/no-objection-certificates-qatar\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything You Need to Know About NOCs in Qatar"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A No Objection Certificate is a legal requirement for different processes within Qatar. If you want to change business ownership, release an accident vehicle or issue a driving licence, an NOC is required. The best part is that you can easily apply online for an NOC in Qatar using the Ministry of Interior (MOI) portal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s explore the different types of NOCs in Qatar, along with the application steps and the required documents.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6385\" src=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.qa\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Everything-You-Need-to-Know-About-NOCs-in-Qatar3-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.qa\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Everything-You-Need-to-Know-About-NOCs-in-Qatar3-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.qa\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Everything-You-Need-to-Know-About-NOCs-in-Qatar3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.qa\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Everything-You-Need-to-Know-About-NOCs-in-Qatar3.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #ea3934;\">What Is a No Objection Certificate in Qatar?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A No Objection Certificate in Qatar is a legal document for various administrative and real estate processes. Issuance of an NOC allows a person to carry out the desired activity without any objection. This is a certificate of legal compliance avoiding future legal issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Ministry of Interior (MOI) Qatar caters to NOC issuance and offers both online and offline services. Online service is accessible via the MOI E-portal whereas some services are offered at MOI service centres.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6386\" src=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.qa\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Everything-You-Need-to-Know-About-NOCs-in-Qatar5-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.qa\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Everything-You-Need-to-Know-About-NOCs-in-Qatar5-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.qa\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Everything-You-Need-to-Know-About-NOCs-in-Qatar5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.qa\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Everything-You-Need-to-Know-About-NOCs-in-Qatar5.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #ea3934;\">Types of NOCs in Qatar<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To save yourself from legal repercussions, request a No Objection Certificate in Qatar as per your needs. Here are the various types of NOCs you can request from MOI, either online or offline:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\">1. Add Activity in the Establishment\u2019s System<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a business owner, adding or removing any business activity from the registered company profile requires the issuance of an NOC. This is proof of the Qatar Government permitting business activity as legal within the state.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application Process<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to the MOI E-services portal and use your smart card to log in.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose the transaction type (for smart card owners: personal and for authorised individuals: company name).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose \u2018No Objection Certificates &#8211; Companies\u2019 and click on \u2018Add\/Delete Activity\u2019.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fill out the form with company and individual information.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the \u2018Add\/Delete Activity\u2019 section, choose the activities to be added or deleted.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Move to the \u2018Attachments\u2019 section and attach documents such as commercial licence, establishment ID, commercial register and building permit.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, review and confirm in the \u2018Summary\u2019 section.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on \u2018Send\u2019 to complete the application.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>2. Driving Licence<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to apply for a driving licence but short on time? With a No Objection Certificate, you can sponsor a person to apply for a licence with the Traffic Department on your behalf.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application Process<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to the MOI website and log in.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to \u2018Traffic Services\u2019 then click on \u2018Driving Licence NOC\u2019.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, fill out the NOC details in the \u2018Request Details\u2019 section.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For sponsored individuals, type their QID or Visa number.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose the desired driving licence (motorbike, bus or car).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose to issue a new licence or replace a lost one.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confirm and submit.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Besides, if you want to learn driving, here are the top <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.qa\/blog\/best-driving-schools-qatar\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">driving schools in Qatar<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>3. Change Business Information<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All registered businesses with the Qatar Government need to obtain an NOC to change any of the business information. Whether it is a trade name, company address, modification of owners or general information, apply for a No Objection from the concerned MOI department.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application Process<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Log in to the MOI E-services portal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select \u2018No Objection Certificates &#8211; Companies\u2019 or \u2018NOC Services\u2019 for owner modification.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose the service for which NOC is required (Change Trade Name\/Change Address or Other NOCs\/NOC Change Owner Service).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fill out the relevant details as per the chosen NOC type such as company and applicant information and new trade name\/address.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Move to the \u2018Attachments\u2019 section and attach documents such as commercial licence, establishment ID, commercial register and building permit.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, review and confirm in the \u2018Summary\u2019 section.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on \u2018Send\u2019 to complete the application.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\">4. Change of Ownership Clearance<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you want to sell your business partner shares in Qatar? Legally, you must obtain a clearance certificate (NOC) to sell the shares and request a tax clearance certificate.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application Process<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the National Authentication System&#8217;s official website.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Register and then log in.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose \u2018Request for Non-Objection Certificate (NOC)\u2019 &gt; \u2018Tax Clearance\u2019.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start the service and fill out the form.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attach contract or invoice copy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All set to complete the application.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\">5. Grease Trap<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A grease trap NOC is necessary for requesting drainage services from the Assets Affairs Sector at the Public Works Authority (Ashghal). The NOC should be requested from the Roads Operations and Maintenance section of Ashghal. The following sectors must obtain this certificate:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restaurants and Hotels<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Homes used partially as restaurants<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gas Stations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Car Repair Garages<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bakeries and Kitchens<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application Process<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to the Ashghal customer zone portal, log in, and click \u2018Apply\u2019.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter the information and attach documents including the owner and applicant\u2019s Qatari ID, commercial registration and commercial licence (for renewal) and municipality-approved permit.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Submit the request.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For applying in person, visit the Ashghal office with the copies of required documents.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\">6. Release Vehicle<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For vehicles under the custody of the Qatar Government due to accidents causing damage to Ashghal assets, a Vehicle Release NOC is mandatory. Request it from the Roads Operations and Maintenance section of Ashghal. The request fee for this service is <\/span><b>QAR 100<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application Process<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the Ashghal customer zone portal and log in.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attach the required documents including driving licence\/Qatari ID card, car registration certificate, police accident report and photographs of Ashghal&#8217;s damaged assets.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Requesters can also visit the Ashghal office to apply in person.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\"><strong>7. Navigational Warning Announcement<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Request an NOC to run an announcement of navigational warning for large vessels on the Ministry of Transport website. A service fee of <\/span><b>QAR 500<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is applicable for requesting this NOC.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application Process<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the Ministry of Transport&#8217;s official website.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under the \u2018Big vessels\u2019 list, click on \u2018Issuing NOL for the announcement of a navigational warning.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click \u2018Apply\u2019 and sign in to the Tawtheeq portal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter the details and attach the required documents.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Done! Click on Apply.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\">8. Change of Industrial Project Information<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Investors and businesses must obtain a No Objection Certificate for changing any industrial project information. This includes adding a new activity, location change, partner modification and update to name.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application Process<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry&#8217;s official website.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on the \u2018E-services\u2019 section.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then, sign in on the \u2018Industrial Services Platform\u2019.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fill out and submit the form.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\">9. Beneficiary Residency<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.qa\/blog\/moving-to-qatar\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">moving to Qatar<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and want to obtain residency as a foreign national? Get a No Objection Letter issued by the Ministry of Doha Municipality addressing the MOI.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application Process<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To apply, visit the Real Estate Registration and Housing Units Office for non-Qataris in person.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For companies, the documents required are commercial licence and commercial registration copies.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\">10. Buy Aggregate from QPMC<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This NOC is for contractors under contract with Ashghal to buy aggregate from Qatar Primary Materials Company (QPMC) for their projects. The Engineering Services Department at Ashghal caters to these requests.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application Process<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Search for the Aggregate form on the Ashghal official website.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fill out and submit to the Asghal office in person.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note: All other NOC services are free except for the mentioned service fee. Moreover, the timeline for NOC issuance varies depending on the service. Furthermore, an NOC Certificate will be issued on the concerned portal and the requestor will be notified via email or SMS.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #ea3934;\">FAQs<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\">1. Is a No Objection Certificate Still Required From Employers in Qatar to Switch Jobs?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As per the 2020 update, NOC is no longer a mandatory requirement to change jobs. This update provides greater flexibility to people to easily change jobs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\">2. What Is QID in Qatar?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">QID or Qatar ID is an identification document issued by the Qatar Government to expats and locals. This proves that the person is a resident of Qatar. Check the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.qa\/blog\/check-qatar-id-status\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">status of QID<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and renew it before expiration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #3a307f;\">3. What Are the Visa Types in Qatar?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Qatar has multiple visa programs that welcome expats from all over the world. Some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.qa\/blog\/in-the-know-visas-in-qatar\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Qatar visa types<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include tourist, business, visit and investor visas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With this, learn about the NOC required for your desired action. Easily apply for your desired NOC in simple steps. Know that NOC is more than a piece of paper. Legalise the different processes and avoid future hassles in Qatar with a NOC!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nevertheless, if you\u2019re on a property hunt, explore these areas where <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.qa\/blog\/where-can-expats-buy-property-in-qatar\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">expats can own property in Qatar<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn about Qatar&#8217;s different NOCs, including real estate and driving licence. 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