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Apply for a Business License to Import, Export, or Distribute Publications
- Fees- QR15,000
- Last Updated 28 Apr, 2021
- Service Type : E-Service
- Service Mode : Online
- Service Provider : Ministry of Culture
- Service Classification : G2B
- Topic : Business and Finance, Culture, Arts and Media
Intended Audience
Visitor: Business Owner
Citizen: Business Owner
Description
This service enables companies to submit a request online to apply for a license to import, export, or distribute publications, on the e-services portal of the Ministry of Culture and Sports (MCS).
Online Instructions
- Go to MCS e-services portal, and enter your username and password if you were previously registered in the National Authentication System.
- Select Business License under the Department of Publications, Audio & Visual Media - Licensing Section.
- Choose the Facility Type, and Activity “Practicing Import, Export and Distribution of Publications”, filling out its respective online application form.
- Attach the following documents:
- QID copy of the license owner and partners, as well as responsible manager
- Trade name reservation certificate or commercial registration copy
- Signature’s authorization proof certificate in case of applying as a representative or authorized signatory
- Copy of the lease contract of the activity’s location
- Bank guarantee of QR3000
- Submit the application.
Fees
- Issuing and Reissuing License: QR15,000
- Renewing License: QR3000
Additional Information
- It takes five (5) working days to get the license.
- This service is available on the Ministry’s mobile app.
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