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How to verify QCCI Number in Qatar?

QCCI Membership number check on Qatar Commercial and Industrial Directory​

The QCCI (Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry) membership number is a trade registration credential issued by Qatar Chamber. The free Qatar Commercial and Industrial Directory (qatarcid.com) lets you search member companies by membership number, CR number, company name, or geolocation.

  1. Access the Tool: Go to the Qatar Commercial and Industrial Directory.
  2. Enter Search Terms: Search by QCCI Membership number (e.g. 00-162, 01-06057-00), company name, CR number (8-digit MOCI registration identifier), or geolocation.
  3. Review the Result: A successful lookup returns:
    • Listing Type
    • Location
    • QCCI Membership Number
    • CR Number (the 8-digit MOCI registration identifier — distinct from the QCCI membership number and from the Qatar Tax Identification Number issued by the General Tax Authority)
    • Company Type
    • Address
    • PO Box
    • Phone / Fax / Email / Website
    • Contact Person and Opening Hours
    • Street View and Map View
QCCI Membership Verification on Qatar CID
QCCI Membership Verification on Qatar CID

Example QCCI Membership numbers: 00-162, 01-06057-00

Successful QCCI Membership Verification on qatarcid website
Successful QCCI Membership Verification in Qatar
qatarcid.com is opt-in and not real-time

The Qatar CID directory is not the official government company registry — it is an opt-in platform where members self-list. Not all QCCI members appear, and listings may not reflect current membership status. For authoritative confirmation, request the supplier's current annual QCCI membership certificate directly. To verify the underlying CR, use MOCI's business portal at businessmap.moci.gov.qa.

Frequently Asked Questions​

What is the difference between a QCCI membership number and a CR number — which one proves a company can legally operate?​

These are two separate identifiers issued by different authorities. The CR (Commercial Registration) number — an 8-digit identifier issued by Qatar's Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI) — is the legal licence to operate. No business may conduct commercial activity in Qatar without one under Law No. 25/2005 (Commercial Registry Law). The QCCI membership number is issued by Qatar Chamber and registers a company within Qatar's trade network. QCCI membership is mandatory for companies involved in import, export, manufacturing, and commercial trading — enabling access to Certificates of Origin, government tender participation, and trade exhibitions. Service-based businesses (consulting, IT, legal, professional services) typically hold only a CR and do not require QCCI membership unless they begin importing or distributing goods. For supplier due diligence, the CR number is the foundational legal proof; QCCI membership is a secondary trade-access credential. [1] [2]

A company appears in qatarcid.com — does that confirm it holds a valid, current QCCI membership?​

Not necessarily. The Qatar Commercial and Industrial Directory at qatarcid.com is an opt-in business directory, not the official government company registry. Qatar Chamber has acknowledged that not all registered member companies have claimed or updated their profiles on the platform. Critically, qatarcid.com profiles are not updated in real-time to reflect membership renewal events — a company's listing can remain visible even after its annual membership has lapsed. For authoritative verification, request the company's current annual QCCI membership certificate directly (valid for one year, renewed via the Qatar Chamber portal). Cross-check the CR number via MOCI's business map at businessmap.moci.gov.qa or the Ministry of Interior's company inquiry service at portal.moi.gov.qa to confirm the underlying Commercial Registration is also active. [1] [2]

Can a company still legally operate if its QCCI membership lapses, and what activities get blocked?​

It depends on which activities the company performs. A lapsed QCCI membership does not by itself make a company's operations illegal if the MOCI Commercial Registration (CR) remains valid. However, specific trade-dependent activities cease immediately upon lapse:

  • Cannot obtain new Certificates of Origin from Qatar Chamber (blocking export shipments)
  • Cannot participate in government tenders or trade exhibitions through Chamber channels
  • Cannot access QCCI commercial arbitration services

Membership can be permanently terminated if fees go unpaid for more than one year. Companies engaged in import or export face a hard stop: customs documentation requiring a current Chamber membership certificate will be refused. To reinstate, the company must pay all outstanding annual subscriptions and renew via Qatar Chamber. Note that the CR renewal cycle runs independently with MOCI and must be renewed within 30 days of its own expiry date. [1] [2]

Can foreign companies or branches operating in Qatar get QCCI membership, and does the process differ?​

Yes. Qatar's Foreign Investment Law (Law No. 1 of 2019) now permits up to 100% foreign ownership in most sectors with MOCI approval, making foreign-owned companies with a valid MOCI CR eligible for standard QCCI membership. Foreign companies awarded government contracts may register a project branch in Qatar and are eligible in the higher-fee "foreign company" category. As of October 2024, annual QCCI membership fees are:

  • QAR 5,000 for shareholding companies, holding companies, and foreign companies with government contracts (reduced 50% by Cabinet Decision No. 19/2024)
  • QAR 500 for LLCs, general partnerships, and similar entity types
  • Plus 10% of the applicable fee per additional branch upon renewal

QFC-registered companies (Qatar Financial Centre) are not MOCI-registered entities and do not hold QCCI membership — they operate under the QFC's separate regulatory framework and cannot apply. [1] [2]

Is QCCI membership required to participate in Qatar government tenders?​

QCCI membership is not itself the formal prerequisite for government procurement. The required credential is a Classification Certificate from the Government Procurement Regulatory Department (GPRD) at the Ministry of Finance, issued under Law No. 24/2015 on Regulation of Tenders and Auctions. Both local and foreign companies bidding for state contracts must obtain GPRD classification as contractor, service provider, or supplier. However, QCCI membership is a functional upstream requirement for trading and import/export companies, because GPRD applications require trade documentation (Certificates of Origin, import licences) that these companies cannot maintain without active QCCI membership. Service-sector companies (consulting, engineering, IT) may obtain GPRD classification with only a valid CR, without QCCI membership. Note that parastatal organisations (Qatar Foundation, Qatar Airways) operate separate supplier registration portals with their own documentation requirements — always confirm specific tender prerequisites with the issuing entity. [1] [2]

Does a valid QCCI membership number mean the company is compliant with Qatar tax requirements?​

No. QCCI membership and Qatar tax registration are entirely separate obligations administered by different authorities. A company with an active QCCI membership number has not necessarily registered with the General Tax Authority (GTA) or obtained a Tax Identification Number (TIN). The GTA issues a 10-digit TIN (beginning with the digit 5) via the Dhareeba portal at dhareeba.gov.qa, and any entity earning taxable income in Qatar must independently apply for this TIN. A trading company in Qatar typically holds three distinct identifiers simultaneously:

  1. QCCI Membership Number (Qatar Chamber)
  2. 8-digit CR Number (MOCI)
  3. 10-digit GTA TIN (General Tax Authority)

Verifying a QCCI number confirms chamber registration status only — it provides no information about tax filing status, outstanding tax liabilities, or withholding obligations. For tax compliance verification, use the GTA's Dhareeba portal. [1] [2]

A counterparty provides a QFC registration number — why does qatarcid.com show "not found"?​

Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) entities are registered under a completely separate legal framework from mainland MOCI companies and do not hold QCCI membership or MOCI CR numbers. A QFC registration number follows the format "QFC No. XXXXX" and is issued by the Qatar Financial Centre Authority — entirely distinct from MOCI's 8-digit CR system. QFC entities are not listed on qatarcid.com and will never appear there. To verify a QFC-licensed entity's active status, use the QFC Public Register at eservices.qfc.qa/qfcpublicregister/publicregister.aspx, which is freely accessible and shows the company's licence status and key particulars. The "not found" result on qatarcid.com is expected and does not indicate fraud — it simply means the company operates under QFC jurisdiction rather than mainland MOCI/QCCI jurisdiction. When a counterparty operates through a QFC entity, a QCCI membership number is not applicable to their legal structure. [1] [2]

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