Need to get a taxi, order food, or renew official documents — but not sure how it all works in Qatar? To save you the guesswork, we’ve made a list of the most reliable apps in Qatar that simplify everything — from paying bills to grocery shopping. Whether you’re a long-time resident or new in town, these tools will help you manage your daily needs with confidence.
Government and services
Managing government paperwork no longer means standing in long queues. These apps simplify everything from renewing your ID to checking visa status, right from the convenience of your smartphone. Metrash is Qatar’s go-to app from the Ministry of Interior, offering access to more than 200 services, including QID renewals, and other official requests. Hukoomi Portal is the national e-government portal that connects you to visa applications, document authentication, and labor service. When it comes to utilities, Kahramaa makes it simple to manage electricity and water accounts, pay bills, and even arrange move-in or move-out requests when changing homes.
Food delivery apps in Qatar
Hungry and in a hurry? Qatar's food delivery apps offer more than just meals — they bring groceries, medicine, flowers, and everyday essentials straight to your door.
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Talabat: Rated as the #1 food delivery app in Qatar, delivers food, groceries, and daily essentials anytime you need them
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Snoonu: Qatar’s first super app with over 4,000 partner shops. Aside from food and grocery delivery, the in-app Snoosend feature lets you send packages anywhere within Qatar
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Rafeeq: A 100% Qatari-owned company offering an all-in-one lifestyle platform. You can order meals, groceries, and medicine, and even book hotels, with a focus on local and homegrown services
Grocery apps
Skip the crowds and shop from your couch. These apps let you buy everything from fresh produce to the latest fashion items with convenient and flexible delivery options.
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Carrefour Qatar: Order groceries, electronics, and household essentials with same-day delivery or in-store pickup. This app also features digital coupons and weekly offers
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LuLu Hypermarket: One of Qatar’s largest supermarket apps, offering bilingual browsing — Arabic and English — daily deals, and a wide range of fresh and packaged products
Qatar online shopping apps
Amazon.ae: Amazon's UAE-based platform offers access to a vast selection of products — electronics, books, home appliances, jewelry, kids' toys, and even groceries. With fast delivery, frequent deals, and user-friendly navigation, it's one of the most popular shopping apps in the region.
Namshi: It offers a rich variety of fashion and beauty items, kids' essentials, as well as home products. Namshi features many international and regional brands, making it a popular shopping destination in Qatar.
Shein: Known for its wide range of affordable fashion, this popular shopping destination includes home decoration items, accessories, and beauty products.
Transport and taxi apps in Qatar
Getting around Doha has never been easier thanks to a mix of ride-hailing and public transport apps. Karwa Taxi lets you book standard taxis as well as a premium limousine range with options from VIP sedans to family-friendly SUVs. Rides can be booked within seconds through the app, online, or even by phone. Uber remains a popular choice for quick, cashless ride-hailing, allowing you to book a ride in real time or schedule one in advance. For those who prefer public transit, the Qatar Rail app provides live metro updates, route planning, fare top-ups, and station maps to navigate the city efficiently.
Mobile apps in Qatar
Manage your mobile services conveniently with Qatar’s top telecom apps. Both Ooredoo and My Vodafone make it easy to top up credit or data, track usage, and pay bills directly from your phone. Each app is available in English and Arabic, giving users flexibility and convenience when managing their accounts on the go.
Online banking
Banking in Qatar is easier than ever, thanks to mobile apps that put financial services at your fingertips. The QNB Mobile app lets you securely access accounts, transfer money locally or internationally, pay bills, and log in quickly with biometrics. The Commercial Bank app goes further with extras like QR Pay for contactless transactions, Smart Pay scheduling, foreign currency exchange, and instant transaction alerts to keep you on top of your spending.
Travel
Whether you’re flying for business or planning a weekend getaway, travel apps in Qatar make the journey smoother. The Qatar Airways app keeps everything in one place, from booking flights and accessing boarding passes to tracking Privilege Club rewards. For airport navigation, the HIA Qatar app acts as your personal guide to Hamad International Airport. It offers interactive maps, live flight updates, and directories for services, shops, cafés, and restaurants, along with personalized features like saved favorites and Apple Watch support.
Messaging apps in Qatar
While voice and video calls through internet-based apps are restricted in Qatar, messaging platforms are widely used for staying connected with friends, families, schools, and communities.
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WhatsApp: According to Infobip, WhatsApp is the most downloaded messaging app in Qatar in 2025. Aside from messaging, it supports easy sharing of photos, videos, and voice notes
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Telegram: Popular for its privacy features and ability to host large groups, Telegram is a go-to for community updates and local interest groups
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IMO: Often used for voice and video calls, especially by South Asian expats. Works even with Qatar’s restrictions on other calling apps
Apps in Qatar every car owner needs
Plan fuel stops, check fuel prices online, and even arrange Fahes inspection through the Woqod app. Metrash app — the aforementioned Qatar’s go-to app from the Ministry of Interior — lets you handle all vehicle-related tasks, such as Istimara renewal, online vehicle ownership transfers, and traffic fine payments. QIC app goes beyond insurance. Car owners can renew or purchase car insurance, submit claims, book car washes or repairs, access road assistance and 24/7 support, and check car listings through the QIC Market.
