Qatar, e-commerce and logistics
Qatar presents a unique and exciting opportunity for UK e-commerce businesses.
Here’s what you need to know about tapping into this market.
Why Qatar?
Qatar, e-commerce and logistics Qatar presents a unique and exciting opportunity for UK e-commerce businesses. Qatar has one of the highest levels of GDP per capita in the world 1 making it an affluent market. It’s also worth noting that Qatar has strong political, cultural and economic ties to the UK. English is widely spoken, and the UK brand is highly regarded in Qatar.
The e-commerce landscape
The e-commerce sector in Qatar is expected to grow to US$3,028.00bn in 20235. The ICT modernisation efforts over the last five years have created an increasingly modern digital environment. The market offers good potential for online sellers of home goods and furniture, electronics, health, and beauty products.
Opportunities
There are significant opportunities for companies to compete in the Qatari market by providing world-class e-commerce services and solutions, from online portal development to payment gateways and much more.
Top five UK goods exported to Qatar 2024
Logistics
While cash on delivery has been a popular payment method, the government is investing heavily in e- commerce initiatives and training programmes to boost retailers’ online presence and increase digital payments.
The essentials
| Transit Times | Upto 7 working days |
| Maximum Dimensions | 120cm x 60cm x 60cm |
| Maximum Weight | 30kg |
| Maximum Content Value | N/A |
| Low-Value Limit | 1,000 QAR |
| Duty | Variable based on product; Applicable on orders over 1,000 QAR |
Good to know
Customs duty and legalisation fees are levied on all commercial shipments, irrespective of its value. All goods imported into Qatar are subject to customs duties, based on a percentage value of goods (usually 5%), or on a ‘per unit’ basis6.
What our experts say
“Qatar is experiencing impressive growth. With a strong logistics strategy and good shipping credentials, you can seize the opportunities this market presents.”
Ben Bagnulo, CEO, SAMOS.
To find out more about how SAMOS can help you achieve fast and cost effective deliveries to Qatar. get in touch today
1. https://www.great.gov.uk/markets/qatar/
2. https://www.trade.gov/market-intelligence/qatar-e-commerce-opportunities
3. https://www.trade.gov/market-intelligence/qatar-e-commerce-opportunities
4. https://www.great.gov.uk/markets/qatar/
5. https://www.statista.com/outlook/emo/ecommerce/worldwide?currency=usd
6. https://www.marhaba.qa/import-export-regulations-in-qatar