Qatar Provides Customs Duty Exemptions and Return Deadline Extensions in Response to COVID-19

Qatar is reportedly providing and exemption from customs duties on the import of food stuffs, medical goods, and hygiene products for a period of six months in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The exemption is available for the following sectors:

• Hospitality and tourism;
• Retail;
• Small and medium sized enterprises; and
• Commercial complexes in exchange for providing services.

Further, the deadline for both corporate and individual tax returns for the year ending 31 December 2019 is extende…