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Ramadan is a very important period in the Islamic calendar, and Muslims all over the world look forward to welcoming it. More than being the month of fasting, it is also a time for deep reflection and contemplation.
In Qatar, fasting is strictly promoted and observed with many restaurants remaining closed during the daytime. Working hours for most commercial establishments change during the month.
This article summarises the updates about the changes to Ramadan working hours in Qatar during 2025.
- Ramadan Timing for Ministry of Interior (2025)
- Ramadan Timing for Ministry of Public Health (2025)
- Ramadan Timing for HMC (2025)
- Doha Metro Ramadan Working Hours
- Ramadan Timing for Government Schools (2025)
- Ramadan Timing for Supreme Judiciary Council (2025)
- Ramadan working hours for Qatar private sector (2025)
Ramadan Timing for Ministry of Interior (2025)
The working hours of different departments of the Ministry of Interior during the month of Ramadan 2025 are as below (Sunday to Thursday):
| General Directorate of Passports | 8:00 am to 1:00 pm |
| Nationality and Travel Documents Department | 8:00 am to 1:00 pm |
| Criminal Evidence and Information Department (CEID) | 8:00 am to 1:00 pm |
| Drivers’ Licensing Sections at Driving Schools | 6:00 am to 11:00 am |
| Technical Inspection Sections | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| Traffic Headquarters – Madinat Khalifa and External Services in Al Mamoura | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| License Plate Manufacturing Workshop (Ain Khalid) | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| License Plate Manufacturing Workshop (Al Oqda, Al Wukair, Al Mazroua) | 8:00 am to 1:00 pm |
| External Services (Other branches) | 8:00 am to 1:00 pm |
| Security Departments and Traffic Investigation (Sun-Sat) | 24/7 |
Ramadan Timing For Fahes Vehicle Inspection (2025)
Fahes inspection centres working hours during the Holy month of Ramadan 2025 are as below:
| Station | Days | Time | Gate Close |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Mazrouaah | Sat – Thu | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | 4:30 pm |
| Wadi Al Banat / Mesaimeer – Day Timing | Sun – Thu | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | 4:30 pm |
| Wadi Al Banat / Mesaimeer – Evening Timing | Sun – Thu | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | 10:30 pm |
| Al Shahaniya / Al Egda | Sun – Thu | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | 4:30 pm |
| Al Wakra / Al Wukair / Industrial Area | Sun – Thu | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | 4:30 pm |
| Mobile Inspection Unit at Madinat Al Shamal / External | Wed – Thu | 7:00 am to 12:00 noon | 11:45 am |
Ramadan Timing for Ministry of Public Health (2025)
The Ministry of Public Health announced the official working hours in the healthcare sector during the holy month of Ramadan, taking into account the special nature of the month.
- Emergency and inpatient services at Hamad Medical Corporation hospitals, including Pediatric Emergency Centers, will operate 24/7.
- The Primary Health Care Corporation will provide urgent care services at 12 health centers around the clock, seven days a week.
- Medical Relations and Treatment Abroad Department (at the Ministry of Public Health building): 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
The Unified Healthcare Contact Center (16000) will operate 24/7.
Ramadan Timing for Medical Commission (2025)
The Ministry of Public Health stated that the Medical Commission Department will receive clients in the morning shift from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Ramadan Timing for Birth Registration Offices (2025)
The birth registration offices in government and private hospitals will operate in the morning from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., while the birth registration office at the Women’s Wellness and Research Center will operate from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Births and Deaths Committee at the Ministry of Public Health will receive clients during Ramadan from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
The Death Registration Unit at the Humanitarian Service Office will receive clients from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Visitors can complete the procedures for registering a birth certificate online through the ministry’s website.
Ramadan Timing for HMC (2025)
Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has announced changes to the operating hours of a number of services for the Holy Month of Ramadan. All emergency and inpatient services across HMC’s network of hospitals including Paediatric Emergency Centres will continue to operate as normal, 24-hours a day, seven days a week.
National Healthcare Helpline number (16000) – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
HMC Nesma’ak Customer Service (16060) – 24 hours a day seven days a week.
Outpatient Department Clinics will run as usual and in conjunction with the Urgent Consultation Service between 9am to 2pm Sunday to Thursday.
HMC Urgent Consultation Service – 9 am to 2 pm (Sunday – Thursday)
Mental Health Helpline – 8 am to 6 pm Saturday to Thursday.
HMC Pharmacy Medication Delivery – 8 am to 1 pm (Sunday to Thursday)
Clinical Imaging Call Centre will operate as usual from Sunday to Thursday from 8am to 6pm, and on Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm. For any booking inquiries or rescheduling, patients can call 16060 24/7 or send text through WhatsApp on 44393377 (WhatsApp only).
Therapeutic Dietetics and Nutrition Services will run as usual through 16060 between 9 am to 2 pm, Sunday to Thursday.
Doha Metro Ramadan Working Hours
During Ramadan 2025, Doha Metro will be running from 5:30 am to 1:30 am (Saturday to Thursday) and from 9:30 am to 1:30 am on Fridays. Lusail Tram will be running from 5:30 am to 2:00 am (Saturday to Thursday) and from 2:30 pm to 2:00 am on Fridays.
Ramadan Timing for Government Schools (2025)
The Ministry of Education and Higher Education announced the official working hours for government schools and kindergartens during the holy month of Ramadan for the academic year.
For the students, the working hours in government schools and kindergartens will be from 8:30am to 12pm; While that of the administrative and teaching staff will be from 8:30am to 12:30pm.
It added that the timings are decided in a way that ensures academic benefit for students and consideration of the holy month’s special nature.
Ramadan Timing for Supreme Judiciary Council (2025)
The Supreme Judiciary Council has announced the official working hours for courts during the holy month of Ramadan 2025 as follows:
All courts: 9am – 1pm
Enforcement Court:
- Morning session: 9am – 1pm
- Afternoon session: 1pm – 3pm
It also noted that its services will remain accessible through the courts’ electronic portal at Eservices.sjc.gov.qa.
Ramadan working hours for Qatar private sector (2025)
On the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, the Ministry of Labour announced the fixed working hours during the holy month in private sector institutions. It said that as per the labour law, the fixed working hours will be set at 36 hours per week and a maximum of 6 hours per day.
During Ramadan, the majority of employees will work two hours less each day as required by Qatar laws and regulations. The normal working day of eight hours is reduced to six hours for most sectors.
However, some categories like foodstuff stores, pharmacies, and restaurants working on deliveries and the contracting sector are excluded from this practice. The employer can also opt for two hours of overtime work to make it eight hours per day.
According to Article 73 of Qatar Labour Law (Law No 14 of 2004), “The maximum limit of the normal working hours shall be forty-eight hours per week, and of eight hours a day in all the months of the year, except in the month of Ramadan where the maximum working hours shall be thirty-six hours per month of six hours per day.”
The Ministry of Labour is the pertinent Government agency with regulation and enforcement responsibility.
If employers have any questions in relation to their Ramadan working policies and procedures they should attend the Labour Department and confirm that such policies and procedures are compliant. In particular, the hours for employees working in shifts should be discussed and agreed upon.
In case of a complaint, you can contact the Ministry of Labour using any of these channels.
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I am sales person in comapny and i am forced to work 8 hours per day in Ramadan month,i told them about the 36hrs per week in Ramadan according to law Article 73,but they told me resign if i didnt worked as usual 48 hours per week.What should i do?
Hi Atmosphere, You can file a labour complaint if you want https://www.dohaguides.com/labour-complaint-in-qatar/ . But make sure you have some evidence about working 8 hours.
Immigration Working time please during Ramadan.
There is any fine for company who are exeding up to 10 hours of work during ramadan instead of 6 hours working time?
Good day Sir/Ma’am:
I just want to ask regarding the Ramadan working hours if it’s applicable only for the Muslim. Non Muslim employees are not entitled?