Events / Qatar
Driving to Qatar Grand Prix?
Yes. Qatar expects visiting drivers to carry an International Driving Permit alongside their national licence, and rental desks in Lusail will ask for it.
| Dates | 29 November 2026 |
|---|---|
| City | Lusail |
| Venue | Losail International Circuit |
| Country | Qatar |
| Permit | Expected |
| Format | 1968 Vienna |
| Drives on the | Right |
| Emergency number | 999 |
Driving in Qatar
- Drive on the right.
- Zero-tolerance alcohol law while driving.
- Extensive speed-radar enforcement.
- Seatbelts mandatory front and rear.
Parking around the event
Paid parking zones in Doha use Karwa/Mowasalat meters and apps with marked bays; illegal parking risks heavy fines, towing or black points, so use designated mall and street zones only.
Fines and enforcement
Traffic fines run from about QR 300 up to QR 6,000 for offences like speeding, phone use and no seatbelt, often camera-enforced; driving without the required IDP can mean a fine and impoundment, and rental firms pass camera fines on with a fee.
Common questions
Do you need a permit to drive to Qatar Grand Prix?
Yes. Qatar expects visiting drivers to carry an International Driving Permit alongside their national licence, and rental desks in Lusail will ask for it.
When is Qatar Grand Prix?
Qatar Grand Prix takes place 29 November 2026 in Lusail, at Losail International Circuit.
Which permit format does Qatar accept?
Qatar recognises the 1968 Vienna format.
How late can you order one?
Express orders are emailed within 5 minutes, so a permit can be arranged the same day you travel.
Event dates come from a third-party listing feed and can change — confirm with the organiser before travelling. Vialy is a translation service, not the event organiser.