* In-person Tour Guide training programme is now available in English and Arabic
In anticipation of an influx of visitors to Qatar later this year and in view of the tourism sector’s longer-term vision of attracting 6mn visitors a year by 2030, Qatar Tourism (QT) is calling on the people of Qatar to join the growing number of tour guides. Those interested will be provided with the necessary training and awarded an official licence to work with tourism companies in Qatar and provide guided tours across the country.
Training continues to be held on a rolling basis and the number of licensed tour guides has more than doubled since October of last year. Applicants must be over 21 years of age and hold a valid Qatar ID to be eligible for the programme. The training is available in English and Arabic, and candidates with diverse language capabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applications are accepted online through www.qatartourism.com/en/industry-resources/e-services/tour-guides
For this year, and in an effort to encourage uptake of the programme, QT has waived all fees related to training, licensing and examinations. By completing the programme, tour guides will be able to help visitors navigate everything from the country’s cultural hotspots to foodie favourites; business traveller tips and tricks to luxury and leisure must-dos; and family favourites to adrenaline-boosting adventures.
The tour guide training and licensing is part of several initiatives that have been introduced by QT to raise the standard of tourism service providers and further regulate the tourism sector.
Al Zubarah Fort
Training continues to be held on a rolling basis and the number of licensed tour guides has more than doubled since October of last year. Applicants must be over 21 years of age and hold a valid Qatar ID to be eligible for the programme. The training is available in English and Arabic, and candidates with diverse language capabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applications are accepted online through www.qatartourism.com/en/industry-resources/e-services/tour-guides
For this year, and in an effort to encourage uptake of the programme, QT has waived all fees related to training, licensing and examinations. By completing the programme, tour guides will be able to help visitors navigate everything from the country’s cultural hotspots to foodie favourites; business traveller tips and tricks to luxury and leisure must-dos; and family favourites to adrenaline-boosting adventures.
The tour guide training and licensing is part of several initiatives that have been introduced by QT to raise the standard of tourism service providers and further regulate the tourism sector.