Ministry issues circular banning export of new vehicles

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) has issued a new circular announcing a ban on the export of new cars that have not been regi...

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) has issued a new circular announcing a ban on the export of new cars that have not been registered for at least one year.

This regulation is in line with the Circular No. 03 for the year 2025 of MoCI, which requires car dealerships in the country not to export new cars that have not been registered for atleast one year. It also stated that dealers are expected to fully comply with the provision to avoid violations and legal action. 

It added that this regulation is to ensure the stable availability of new cars in the local market. The new circular also limits illegal commercial practices, prevents price hike due to shortages and limit export attempts that negatively affect the market stability.  

The concerned parties directly involved in this new announcement are car dealers and other entities involved in exporting of car. 

However, the circular exempts authorised car dealers and personal-use vehicles designated for individuals.