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ATM (Automated
Teller Machines)
ATM Machines of international banks
& credit cards are available in several parts of the
country & at the airport.
Bargaining
Bargaining is normal in the souqs and
most small shops. All department stores, supermarkets
and western style malls operate at fixed prices.
Beverages
It is illegal to carry alcohol in your
car, and drinking and driving
is heavily penalized.
Currency
The unit of currency is Qatar Riyal ( QAR.)
US$ 1 = Qatar Riyal 3.65
Credit
Cards
Credit cards are accepted in hotels
and major retail outlets. The cards generally in use
are American Express, Diners Club, Visa and Master Card.
Climate
October through April are cooler months.
The months of May and September are moderately hot.
June through August are usually hot and humid.
Electricity
Is 220 - 240 Volts at 50 cycles AC
Language
Though Arabic is the official language,
a great number of Qataris/Expatriates speak English.
Money
Exchange
In Doha major currencies and traveller cheques can
be exchanged at Doha International airport, banks and Money exchanges.
Public
Holiday - Friday
Friday is the general day of worship
and a public holiday.
Traffic
System
Vehicles are driven on the right side
of the road. There is a great network of surface trunk
roads joining the main towns and main roads.
Time
G.M.T. + 03 hours. ( winter )
Useful Arabic
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| As-salaam alaykum |
Peace be with you (greeting) |
| Wa alaykum as-salaam |
And with you peace (reply) |
| Kayf halak? |
How are you? (greeting) |
| Al humdullah bikhair |
Fine,thanks to God (reply) |
| Ma’salama |
Good bye |
| Shukran |
Thank you |
| Afwan |
You are welcome |
| Naam |
Yes |
| La |
No |
| Zain |
Good, Ok |
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