Istimara Renewal in Qatar

You can renew Licensing and Registration of Vehicles in Qatar provided by Qatari Ministry of Interior by the link listed below:

Istimara Renewal in Qatar

You can find out information about Istimara Renewal in Qatar by the following points:

  • You must ensure that the technical inspection procedures are as follows:
    • Private vehicles, i.e., those intended for personal use only, are exempt from technical inspection for the first three years from the date of initial vehicle registration.
    • Non-personal vehicles of all types (companies), however, must be inspected annually, provided that the inspection does not exceed the specified time period (thirty days from the registration expiry date).
  • The technical inspection is sent by the inspector to the employee’s device, and a text message (alert) is displayed to the applicant.
  • The result is sent electronically by the “Fahes” company and appears in the registration program (passed – failed).
  • If the applicant fails, the errors must be corrected and the applicant must be re-inspected.
  • The applicant insures the vehicle with an insurance company, and the insurance is sent electronically to the employee’s device before renewal.
  • The applicant must consult the relevant employee to obtain the ownership certificate or request a printout via Metrash2. The certificate can be received by mail or by visiting the traffic department to collect it.

MOI Qatar Vehicle Istimara Renewal Online Steps

You can renew qatar vehicle istimara online via Moi Website by following the simple steps below:

  • Go to Request to Renew Vehicle Registration Page “from here“.
  • Click on “Submit” icon.

Istimara Renewal steps

  • Log in using your smart card to the Ministry of Interior’s e-services portal by clicking the
  • Smart Card Login icon, then insert the card into the card reader and complete the login process.
  • Click on “Traffic Services” option from the drop-down menu.
  • Click on “Renew Vehicle Registration” icon.
  • Choose the vehicle search method.
  • Select the vehicle for which you wish to renew registration.
  • Select the method for receiving the new card registration: in person at the General Traffic Department or by express mail via Qatar Postal Services Company.
  • Click the “Pay Fees” icon after reviewing the full renewal registration fees.
  • Add your preferred payment card details in the designated fields, including the card number, owner’s name, expiration date, and PIN.
  • Complete the payment steps and click the “Print” icon to print the renewal receipt. Save the receipt or take a photo for future reference.

How to Renew Qatar Vehicle Istimara Online via Metrash

By following the simple steps below, you can renew qatar vehicle istimara online via Metrash application:

  • Download the new Metrash app via the following download links:
    • Metrash App From Google Play: “from here“.
    • Metrash App From App Store: “from here“.
  • Click “Install” icon from the suitable store.
  • Open the app on your device and grant it the required permissions.
  • Select “English” language.
  • Click on “Sign in” icon.
  • Enter the QID in the suitable field.
  • Click on “Login” icon.
  • Click on Service icon.
  • Click on “Traffic” icon from the menu.
  • Click on “Vehicle Services” icon.
  • Click on “Renew Vehicle Registration” icon.
  • input your plate number in the suitable fields.
  • input your Mobile number in the suitable fields.
  • Select your Vehicle type.
  • Select the method for receiving the new card registration.
  • Click the “Pay” icon after reviewing the full renewal registration fees.
  • Input your preferred payment card details in the designated fields (card number, owner’s name, expiration date, and PIN).
  • Receive a notification stating that the payment process is Completed.
  • Click the “Print” icon to print the renewal receipt. Save the receipt or take a photo for future reference.

Steps to Renew Qatar Vehicle Istimara via Licensing Affairs Department

You can renew qatar vehicle istimara offline via Licensing Affairs Department by following the simple steps below:

  • Download the vehicle registration renewal application form in Qatar “from here“.
  • Print and fill out the vehicle registration renewal application form in Qatar with the required information.
  • Go to The General Traffic Department’s headquarters in Khalifa City or or any of the Traffic Service Centers.
  • Bring the vehicle to the center along with the vehicle registration card containing all vehicle details and submit it to the General Traffic Department.
  • Submit a report confirming the vehicle’s successful inspection from Woqod (Fahs).
  • Attach the insurance policy, which must be valid for a full year for all vehicles or longer for new vehicles.
  • Pay the required vehicle registration renewal fees, receive a receipt, and then receive the new registration card according to the method chosen.

Istimara Renewal Qatar Fees

You can find out Istimara Renewal Qatar Fees by the information listed below:

  • Light Private Vehicle Registration License Renewal Fees: 100 Qatari Riyals.
  • Private Passenger Transport Vehicle Registration License (Bus) Renewal Fees: 150 Qatari Riyals.
  • Taxi/Limousine Registration License Renewal Fees: 200 Qatari Riyals.
  • Private Vehicle Registration License for the Transport of Goods, Items, and Animals Renewal Fees: 150 Qatari Riyals.
  • Public Vehicle Registration License for the Transport of Passengers, Goods, Items, and Animals Renewal Fees: 200 Qatari Riyals.
  • Construction, Agricultural, and Industrial Vehicle Registration License (Equipment and Mechanical Equipment) Renewal Fees: 250 Qatari Riyals.
  • Motorcycle Registration License Renewal Fees: 100 Qatari Riyals.

Conditions to Renew Istimara in Qatar

You can find out Conditions to Renew Istimara by the following points:

  • You can submit your renewal application at the General Traffic Department’s headquarters in Khalifa City, at one of its service centers, or through the Ministry of Interior’s e-services. You can also complete the vehicle license renewal process through Metrash2.
  • The vehicle license must be expired.
  • The insurance policy must not have expired.
  • The vehicle must have successfully passed the technical inspection (if the vehicle was manufactured three years prior to the current year).
  • If you choose to receive the application through Qatar Post, an additional QAR 20 will be charged on top of the original fee.
  • Light vehicle license renewals are performed at all departments, while heavy vehicles are performed at the technical inspection department.

Document Required to Renew Istimara in Qatar

You can find out Document Required to Renew Istimara by the following points:

  • A vehicle registration card with all vehicle details submitted to the General Traffic Department.
  • A report confirming the vehicle’s successful inspection by a fuel company (Fahs).
  • An insurance policy valid for one full year for all vehicles, or longer for new vehicles.

MOI Qatar Vehicle Istimara Check

The vehicle registration license in Qatar is valid for one year for all vehicle types. You can check the expiration date of your vehicle registration by following these steps:

  • Access the vehicle registration renewal service in Qatar via the Ministry of Interior’s e-services or the Metrash app.
  • If the vehicle registration renewal service is not active, this means your vehicle registration license is still valid.
  • If the service is active, this means your vehicle registration has expired or will expire within a month at most.

Istimara Renewal Qatar Location

You can find out Istimara Renewal Qatar Location by the following table:

Renewal application centers
Istimara Renewal Qatar Center Istimara Renewal Qatar Location Contact Number
The General Traffic Department’s headquarters 8FCH+MHP, Omar Bin Abdul Aziz St, Khalifa City, Doha, Qatar 2344555, 2344651
Al Shahaniya Traffic Services Section Qatar, Al Shahaniya 2352882
Umm Salal Traffic Services Section Qatar, Umm Salal 2351805
Qatar Airways Traffic Services Section next to the airport Qatar, Qatar Airways 44502031
Hamad Medical City Traffic Services Section Qatar, Hamad Medical City 2350374\70\80
Al Wakra Traffic Services Section Qatar, Al Wakra 44639867
Al Zubara Traffic Services Section Qatar, Al Zubara 2350906
Al Khor Traffic Services Section Qatar, Al Khor 2353666
Education City Traffic Services Section Qatar, Education City 44546946
Al Daayen-Simaisma Traffic Services Section Qatar, Al Daayen-Simaisma 2351216
Abu Samra Border Traffic Services Section Qatar, Abu Samra 2353666
Al Rayyan Traffic Services Section Qatar, Al Rayyan 44637888
Mesaimeer Traffic Services Section Qatar, Mesaimeer 2350813-19
Souq Waqif Traffic Services Section Qatar, Souq Waqif 44441303
Al Shammal Al Ruwais Traffic Services Section Qatar, Al Shammal Al Ruwais 44730337
Vehicle technical inspection centers
Main Station Industrial Area
  • For light vehicle inquiries: 40218801
  • For truck inquiries: 40208803
  • Opening Hours: From 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Gate closes at 5:30 PM)
Fahes Station Wadi Al Banat
  • Reception: 40218777
  • Station Manager: 40218858
  • Station Officer: 40218783/40218782
  • Opening Hours: From 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM (gate closes at 4:30 PM)
Fahes Station Mesaimeer
  • Reception Phone Numbers: 40218747/40218740
  • Station Manager: 40218858
  • Station Officer: 40218749/40218750
  • Opening Hours: From 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Gate closes at 4:30 PM)
Fahes Station Al Wakra
  • Fahes Station Phone Numbers, Reception: 40218741/40218740
  • Station Manager: 40218707/40218706
  • Station Officer: 40218709/40218708
  • Opening Hours: From 7:00 AM To 5:00 PM (Gate closes at 4:30 PM)

Istimara Renewal Collection Timings

You can find out Istimara Renewal Collection Timings by the following table:

Centre Day Morning working hours
The General Traffic Department’s headquarters Saturday From 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
The General Traffic Department’s headquarters From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
The General Traffic Department’s headquarters From Sunday to Thursday From 1:00 pm to7:00 pm
Al Shahaniya Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Umm Salal Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Umm Salal Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Qatar Airways Traffic Services Section next to the airport From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Hamad Medical City Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Al Wakra Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Al Zubara Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:00 am to 1:00 pm
Al Khor Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Education City Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:00 am to 1:00 pm
Al Daayen-Simaisma Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Al Daayen-Simaisma Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Abu Samra Border Traffic Services Section Every Day 24 Hours
Al Rayyan Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Al Rayyan Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Al Rayyan Traffic Services Section Saturday From 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Mesaimeer Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Mesaimeer Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Mesaimeer Traffic Services Section Saturday From 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Souq Waqif Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Souq Waqif Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Al Shammal Al Ruwais Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm
Al Shammal Al Ruwais Traffic Services Section From Sunday to Thursday From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Questions & Answers

How to renew istimara qatar?

How to renew istimara qatar?

By visiting the Licensing Department at the General Traffic Department, via the Metrash app, or via the Ministry of Interior's website.

What is the grace period for istimara renewal qatar?

What is the grace period for istimara renewal qatar?

The vehicle operating license must be renewed no later than thirty days from the original expiry date.

How Much Penalty for Expired Istimara Qatar?

How Much Penalty for Expired Istimara Qatar?

The vehicle owner must pay the vehicle licensing fees, in addition to a fine of one riyal for each day of delay after the expiration of the vehicle registration license.

Where to collect istimara card in qatar?

Where to collect istimara card in qatar?

The new license can be received by Qatar mail or by visiting the traffic building to receive it.

How much does car registration cost in Qatar?

How much does car registration cost in Qatar?

The registration fee for a light vehicle in Qatar is QAR 100.