07. Dressing Immodestly

Dressing modestly is very important as dressing otherwise will be inferred as disrespectful towards the country’s customs, traditions and religion. Dressing Ia manner that can be deemed, can land you in jail for six months or make you pay a fine of up to QR3, 000 or both. In fact, Article 57 of Qatar’s constitution says, “The respect of the Constitution, compliance with the laws issued by Public Authority, abiding by public order and morality, observing national traditions and established customs is a duty of all who reside in the State of Qatar or enter its territory.”

08. Public Display of Affection

Kissing and hugging in public places between members of the opposite sexes is frowned upon and such actions are considered offensive and detrimental to Qatar’s culture and values, individuals could be detained and/or prosecuted if laws are broken. According to Article 294 of Qatar’s Penal Code, “Whoever instigates debauchery, dissipation or adultery in public through words, gestures or any other means shall be liable to a prison term of no less than six months and not exceeding three years”.

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