Description

This service enables individuals to submit a request online to apply for a license for establishing a media services’ (press) office, on the e-services portal of the Ministry of Culture and Sports (MCS), acting as a media broker in the country and preparing news or media topics distributed to newspapers, magazines and news agencies inside and outside the country.

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 Personal License under the Department of Publications, Audio & Visual Media - Licensing Section.
• Choose the Activity “Information Services Office”, filling out its respective online application form.
• Attach the following documents:
• QID copy of the license owner and 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
• Business study to be conducted by the company
• Copy of the lease contract of the activity’s location
• Submit the application.

Fees

• Issuing and Reissuing License: QR50,000
• Renewing License: QR10,000

Additional Information

• It takes five (5) working days to get the license.
• This service is available on the Ministry’s mobile app.