Education
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MOE Compliance
Education Center Setup Checklist — Qatar
Opening an education center, training institute, or tutoring center in Qatar requires Ministry of Education approval on top of standard company formation. This checklist covers MOE requirements, facility standards, and staffing.
Company & Licensing
- Register company with education/training activity codes at MOCI
- Obtain CR and Trade License
- Apply for MOE education center license
- Obtain municipality approval for premises
- Get Civil Defense fire safety clearance
Facility Requirements
- Minimum classroom sizes per MOE standards
- Adequate ventilation, lighting, and emergency exits
- Separate restroom facilities as required
- Reception area and administrative office
- Fire safety equipment and evacuation plan displayed
Curriculum & Staffing
- Submit curriculum and course materials to MOE for approval
- Hire qualified teachers with attested educational credentials
- Appoint an educational director meeting MOE requirements
- Process work visas and QIDs for teaching staff
- Obtain staff health cards
Pro Tip
Start MOE curriculum approval early — it is the longest step. Prepare your facility in parallel so you are ready for the MOE inspection when curriculum approval comes through.
FAQ
CR from MOCI, MOE education license, municipality approval, and Civil Defense clearance. MOE requires curriculum submission, teacher credential verification, and facility inspection.
Typically 2 to 4 months including curriculum review, facility inspection, and staff verification. Delays come from curriculum revisions or facility modifications.
Yes. Training institutes and tutoring centers generally allow foreign ownership. Schools and kindergartens may have additional partnership requirements.
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