Qatar
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Age Verification Compliance Overview
This page provides comprehensive age verification and compliance information for Qatar. Our research team continuously monitors regulatory changes, enforcement actions, and legal developments to ensure businesses have access to up-to-date compliance intelligence.
Qatar has implemented a complete prohibition on age-restricted adult content, classified as "Banned". This ban typically includes website blocking, payment processing restrictions, and potential criminal penalties for violations. Businesses should not attempt to operate in this jurisdiction without explicit legal counsel, as enforcement may include criminal prosecution, substantial fines, and reputational damage.
The information below includes regulatory status, legal requirements, enforcement mechanisms, penalties for non-compliance, acceptable verification methods, and relevant regulatory authorities. This data is essential for platforms, content providers, and businesses that need to implement age-appropriate access controls or verify user ages.
Please note: Adult content access is currently prohibited in Qatar. This ban may affect website accessibility, payment processing, and service availability. Businesses should consult legal counsel before operating in this jurisdiction.
Minimum Age
N/A (Banned)
Content is completely prohibited
Age Gate Required
No
No verification required
Last Verified
10/12/2025
Most recent data update
Regulatory Timeline
Historical changes and upcoming regulatory events
- Banned
Cybercrime Law Amended for Privacy Violations (Law No. 11 of 2025): Law No. 11 of 2025 (adding Article 8 bis to Law No. 14 of 2014 on combating Cybercrime) became effective, imposing strict penalties (up to one year imprisonment and/or QR100,000 fine) for unauthorized sharing of images or videos of individuals in public spaces without their consent.
- Banned
New Legal Framework for Regulating Digital Content Creation Reviewed: Qatar’s Shura Council reviewed new regulations mandating social media influencers to obtain licenses from relevant authorities to ensure content adheres to Qatari values, national identity, and public order. This includes an initial fee of QAR 25,000 and annual renewals of QAR 10,000.
- Banned
Cybercrime Law (No. 14 of 2014) Put into Force: The extensive Cybercrime Law became effective, prescribing severe punishments for crimes dealing with computers, networks, and the internet, including child pornography, false news, and privacy violations.
- Banned
Cyber Crime Prevention Law (No. 14 of 2014) Promulgated: The Qatari government promulgated the Cyber Crime Prevention Law, aimed at combating online and cyber crimes, including content-related offenses.
- Banned
Advisory Council Approves Draft Cybercrime Law: The Advisory Council approved Qatar’s draft law 'on combating cyber crime' with some amendments, laying the groundwork for the Cybercrime Law.
Data Sources
Legal documents and references supporting this data
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