
1. Dress Modestly
For Women: Avoid tight or revealing clothing. Shoulders and knees should be covered in public. A headscarf is not required but appreciated in religious sites.
For Men: Avoid shorts in public places; long pants are preferred. Sleeveless shirts are frowned upon.
Beachwear: Only wear swimsuits at beaches, pools, or resorts—not in public areas.
2. Greetings & Social Etiquette
A handshake is common, but wait for a Qatari woman to extend her hand first.
Use the right hand for eating, greeting, and giving/receiving items (the left is considered unclean).
Address people by their titles (e.g., "Sheikh," "Mr.," "Dr.") unless invited to use first names.
Items recommended to bring:
Camera
Cash
Comfortable shoes
Credit card
Not allowed items:
Alcohol and drugs
Good to know:
1. Dress Modestly
2. Greetings & Social Etiquette
A handshake is common, but wait for a Qatari woman to extend her hand first.
Address people by their titles (e.g., "Sheikh," "Mr.," "Dr.") unless invited to use first names.
Beachwear: Only wear swimsuits at beaches, pools, or resorts—not in public areas.
For Men: Avoid shorts in public places; long pants are preferred. Sleeveless shirts are frowned upon.
For Women: Avoid tight or revealing clothing. Shoulders and knees should be covered in public. A headscarf is not required but appreciated in religious sites.
Use the right hand for eating, greeting, and giving/receiving items (the left is considered unclean).













