Qatar E-Commerce Licence Activities 2026 – What Businesses Are Included?

Qatar's Ministry of Commerce and Industry has introduced the new E-Commerce Licence, covering 194 approved commercial activities that can be carried out electronically under the new licensing framework.

The current issuance fee announced by MoCI is QAR 500, and applications can be submitted electronically.

But one important question for entrepreneurs is:

Which activities are actually included?

194 Activities Are Approved

MoCI has officially confirmed that the E-Commerce Licence covers 194 approved commercial activities.

The complete official list is available through Qatar's Single Window platform.

Because commercial activity classifications can change or be updated, businesses should always check the current Single Window activity list before establishing a company.

Examples of Activities Included

Examples publicly highlighted with the launch include:

• Fashion design and related activities/products
• Consultancy services across different fields
• Digital design services
• Artificial Intelligence consulting and solutions
• Photography activities
• Translation services

These examples show that Qatar's new E-Commerce Licence is not limited to traditional online retail.

It can also cover qualifying:

• Professional services
• Digital services
• Creative businesses
• Technology services
• Consultancy activities
• Online service providers

Important: These are only examples. They are not the complete list of 194 approved activities.

Why the Exact Activity Matters

When opening a company in Qatar, you should use the exact official commercial activity and classification available through the government system.

Do not choose an activity only because it sounds similar to your business idea.

The correct activity can affect:

• Commercial Registration
• E-Commerce Licence eligibility
• External approvals
• Foreign ownership
• Corporate banking
• Labour and immigration procedures
• Future company amendments

This is why checking the activity should be the first step before registering an e-commerce company.

Does Every Online Business Qualify?

No.

The new E-Commerce Licence applies only to commercial activities approved by the Ministry for this licensing route.

Ministerial Decision No. 25 of 2026 requires the applicant to:

• Be registered in the Commercial Register
• Specify the commercial activity
• Obtain any other approvals required for that activity
• Identify the electronic website used for the business

Therefore, having a website or Instagram page does not automatically make every activity eligible for an E-Commerce Licence.

Can You Open an Online Business Without a Physical Shop?

For activities approved under the new framework, the E-Commerce Licence creates a route for conducting qualifying activities electronically without requiring a traditional physical location for practising that activity.

However, this should not be interpreted as a general rule for every business in Qatar.

Activities that require physical facilities or approvals from other authorities remain subject to their applicable requirements.

How Much Is the E-Commerce Licence?

The current announced issuance fee is:

QAR 500

This is the fee for the E-Commerce Licence itself.

It should not be confused with the complete cost of establishing a new company, which may also involve Commercial Registration, incorporation and other applicable government or professional-service costs.

How Can I Check Whether My Activity Is Included?

Before opening the company:

1. Define exactly what product or service you want to provide.

2. Check the official activity classification through Single Window.

3. Confirm whether that activity appears among the 194 E-Commerce Licence activities.

4. Check whether another government approval is required.

5. Confirm your ownership and company structure.

6. Only then proceed with company registration and the E-Commerce Licence application.

Need Help Choosing the Correct E-Commerce Activity?

Choosing the correct activity is one of the most important parts of starting a business in Qatar.

TREK Group Business Services can assist entrepreneurs with:

• Checking commercial activities
• Company formation
• Commercial Registration
• E-Commerce Licence documentation
• Foreign ownership guidance
• Single Window procedures
• Website development
• Corporate bank account assistance
• PRO services

Read our complete Qatar E-Commerce Licence 2026 Guide for the full requirements, QAR 500 fee, website obligations and licensing rules.

You can also learn more about Company Formation & Business Setup in Qatar and PRO Services in Qatar through TREK Group.

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Important Accuracy Note

MoCI currently confirms 194 approved activities.

Because the Ministry directs investors to Single Window for the complete activity list, TREK Group recommends checking the current official classification before relying on an activity name or code published on another website.

Government activity classifications and licensing requirements may be updated.Qatar E-Commerce Licence 2026 Guide