Description

This service enables licensed media organizations to submit a request online to apply for a license for publishing external publication in Qatar, on the e-services portal of the Ministry of Culture and Sports (MCS), in accordance with Law No. (8) of 1979 on Publications and Publishing.

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 Request Publishing External Publication under the Department of Publications, Audio & Visual Media - Licensing Section.
• Fill out the application form of the Activity that is “External Printout Activity”.
• Attach the following documents:
• QID copy of the partners and responsible managers of the contracting parties according to the Commercial Registration
• Commercial Registration of the media organization
• Letter directed to the Department’s Manager from the media organization
• Membership copy of Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry
• Municipality license 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
• Submit the application.

Fees

No fees are required for this service.

Additional Information

• It takes 15 working days to get the license.
• This service is available on the Ministry’s mobile app.