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Qatar Waives $247M in Tax Penalties for 4,000 Firms

Qatar's General Tax Authority (GTA) has successfully granted full exemptions on penalties totalling more than QR900m ($247m) to 4,000 taxpayers since the rollout of its 100 per cent Financial Penalty Exemption Initiative on March 1, 2025. The initiative underscores the GTA's strategic commitment to making tax administration more transparent and efficient. By waiving penalty fees in full, the authority not only provides immediate relief to businesses but also incentivises proactive adherence to tax laws and regulations. Launch Date: March 1, 2025 March 1, 2025 Total exempted penalties: Over QR900m ($247m) Over QR900m ($247m) Participating taxpayers: Approximately 4,000 companies Approximately 4,000 companies Objective: Encourage voluntary compliance and reduce administrative backlogs The significant participation underscores the value taxpayers place on this opportunity provided by the GTA. This initiative empowers companies through smoother compliance with tax laws and regulations. Also Read: Etihad Airways Announces New Flights to Russia, Poland, and Oman