Qatar lifts midday work ban today

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar has lifted its midday work ban for outdoor workers as of today, September 15, 2025. The Ministry of Labour announce...

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar has lifted its midday work ban for outdoor workers as of today, September 15, 2025. 

The Ministry of Labour announced that the summer midday work ban, which came into effect on June 1, 2025, has officially ended. 

It added that normal working hours will now resume, with both employers and workers urged to continue adhering to occupational safety and health guidelines.

The annual initiative, designed to protect workers from extreme summer heat, has helped reduce the risks of heatstroke and exhaustion.

During the ban, outdoor work was prohibited between 10am and 3:30pm. Delivery services using motorcycles and bikes were also suspended.