As part of its plan to ensure sufficient accommodations are
available to visiting fans attending the FIFA World Cup 2022, Qatar
Tourism issued regulations regarding the operation of holiday homes
owned by individuals. The regulations set out the licencing and
classification process for holidays homes to ensure safety and
standardisation practices are applied equally.
Owners of holiday homes seeking to rent out their properties on a
short-term basis must apply for a license and adhere to certain
requirements relating to quality standards, health and safety,
accessibility, and environmental sustainability. An application for
a license may be made online through the e-services portal.
Holiday homes introduce yet another accommodation option in
addition to existing hospitality options including hotels, cruise
ships, and luxury campsites. It is anticipated that frequent
inspections of holiday homes will be conducted by Qatar Tourism to
ensure standards are maintained.
Originally published September 28, 2021 .
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