Language

Arabic is the official language, but English is widely used.

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Money

The official currency is the Qatari Riyal (QAR), which divides into 100 dirhams. The Riyal exchange rate is pegged to the US Dollar at QR 3.65. Money can be exchanged at banks, the airport and exchange dealers. The main bank branches are on Grand Hamad Street in Doha. Banks open mornings, and are closed on Fridays and Saturdays. ATMs are available on the main streets of the cities and towns, at banks and in shopping malls. Most shops, hotels and restaurants accept international credit cards and travellers cheques are also largely accepted.

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Communications

The international direct dialling code for Qatar is +974, and the outgoing code is 0, followed by the relevant country code (e.g. 027 for South Africa). City/area codes are not necessary. There are numerous Internet cafes in Doha, charging QR10 per hour online. The country is well covered by the Q-Tel GSM 900/1800 mobile phone network.

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Tipping

A service charge of 10 per cent is usually added to hotel and restaurant bills in Qatar, in which case tipping is not necessary. However if there is no service charge a 10 per cent tip is appreciated. Taxi drivers do not expect a tip.

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Safety

Most visits to Qatar are trouble-free, but the country, like most in the Gulf region, is rated as being under high threat of indiscriminate terrorist attacks against Western interests.

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Health

No vaccinations are a requirement for entry to Qatar, but it is recommended that visitors be immunised against hepatitis A and typhoid. Modern medical care and medicine is available in Doha. Doctors and hospitals expect immediate cash payment for medical services. Traveller's diarrhoea is a risk, therefore visitors should drink bottled water and avoid under-cooked food and unwashed fruit and vegetables, particularly outside of the hotels and resorts.

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Electricity

Electrical current is 240/415 volts AC; 50Hz. Round pin plugs with grounding and rectangular blade plugs are in use.

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