Quick Facts
- Categories: Government, Housing, Learn Arabic, Shopping & Gifts, Food & Grocery, Mobility, Utilities, Events & Leisure (plus optional Prayer & Home Services).
- Core apps to start with: Metrash2, QDI, Nar’aakom, Karwa Taxi, Karwa Bus, Qatar Rail, HIA Qatar, Careem/Uber, Kahramaa.
- Updated: September 2025.
Must-have apps in Qatar include Metrash2, Qatar Digital ID (QDI), Nar’aakom, Karwa Taxi and Bus, Qatar Rail, HIA Qatar, Careem, Uber, and Kahramaa. Use them to renew IDs, pay fines, book health appointments, plan journeys, track flights, request rides, and pay utility bills on iOS or Android.
| App | Purpose | iOS | Android |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metrash2 | MOI services, fines, IDs | iOS | Android |
| Qatar Digital ID (QDI) | Digital QID/ID, eGate login / e-sign | iOS | Android |
| Nar’aakom (PHCC) | Appointments, health card, clinics | iOS | Android |
| Karwa Taxi | Official taxis | iOS | Android |
| Karwa Journey Planner (Bus) | Bus routes, live arrivals | iOS | Android |
| Qatar Rail | Metro/Tram maps & updates | iOS | Android |
| HIA Qatar | Airport flights, maps, shops | iOS | Android |
| Careem | Ride-hailing, food, pay | iOS | Android |
| Uber | Ride-hailing | iOS | Android |
| Kahramaa | Utilities (water/electricity) | iOS | Android |
Government apps in Qatar
Metrash2
Renew IDs and licenses, check/pay traffic violations, track applications, and access e-wallet documents. Download: iOS / Android.
Hukoomi (Qatar e-Gov)
Browse government services, e-forms, and locations from one portal. Download: iOS / Android.
Qatar Digital ID (QDI)
Carry a secure digital version of your QID/ID, use for logging into portals and eligible e-gates; supports digital signatures for select services. Download: iOS / Android.
Nar’aakom (PHCC)
See your health card details, assigned health center & physician, and manage appointments. Download: iOS / Android.
Finding a home
Airbnb — short stays while you explore neighborhoods.
Property Finder — buy/rent with maps, photos, and agent contacts.
Learn basic Arabic
Qatari Phrasebook — common phrases with audio.
50 Languages — short lessons & drills for beginners.
Rosetta Stone — structured lessons with pronunciation practice.
Shopping & gifts
Qatar Living Classifieds — buy/sell second-hand items. Download: iOS / Android.
Namshi — fashion, shoes, beauty. Download: iOS / Android.
Floward — flowers & gifts with scheduled delivery. Download: iOS / Android.
Food & grocery delivery
Talabat — wide restaurant list, offers, and groceries. Download: iOS / Android.
Baqaala — groceries & pantry delivery. (Keep if you actively use it; regional availability varies.)
Masskar — fresh fish/meat/produce. Download: iOS / Android.
Mobility in Qatar
Karwa Taxi — official taxis; metered fares, receipts, advance bookings. Download: iOS / Android.
Karwa Journey Planner (Bus) — live bus tracking and stops. Download: iOS / Android.
Careem — ride-hailing plus food & payments. Download: iOS / Android.
Uber — alternative ride-hailing; compare fares/ETAs. Download: iOS / Android.
Qatar Rail — metro & tram maps, live updates. Download: iOS / Android.
Utilities & admin
Kahramaa — view/pay water & electricity bills, submit meter readings. Download: iOS / Android.
Qatar Cool — manage district cooling bills online. Download: iOS / Android.
Qatar Pay / QMP wallets — for QR-based payments, consumers typically use bank wallets powered by QMP (e.g., QIIB QMP, Al Rayan Wallet QMP), while separate Qatar Pay apps target merchants. Consider your use case before downloading. Examples: QIIB QMP (iOS), QIB Merchant QMP (iOS), Qatar Pay Merchant (Android).
Events & leisure
HIA Qatar (airport) — flight updates, indoor maps, shopping/dining. Download: iOS / Android.
Qatar Events — discover what’s on in Doha. Download: iOS / Android.
QTickets — movies, sports, concerts & events. Download: iOS / Android.
Dining & leisure savings
ENTERTAINER / MyBook / Urban Point / More Cravings — 2-for-1s and discounts on dining, leisure, and hotels. Download: ENTERTAINER iOS, MyBook iOS, Urban Point iOS, Urban Point Android, More Cravings iOS.
Prayer apps
Local prayer times and Qibla (e.g., “QatarPrayer”, “Azan Qatar”) are popular among residents.
Cleaning & home services
On-demand cleaners and home help (e.g., Quick Serve, PickMaid) are common.
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FAQs
Most services require a QID (or passport details for some guests). For secure logins and e-gates, QDI helps.
A. It varies by time and route; check both apps for live estimates.
A Yes—use Kahramaa for water/electricity and Qatar Cool for district cooling bills.
A Use HIA Qatar; pair with your airline app (e.g., Qatar Airways).
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