Ministry of Municipality · MB-04
Food Establishment Licence
Coordinating public health and municipal requirements to license restaurants, cafés and food outlets through to issuance. Needed by anyone opening a food establishment.
Government fees are paid separately with the official receipt and are not part of Basira’s fee.
What we do
- Coordinating health and municipal requirements through to licensing
Documents you provide
- Commercial Registration (CR) copy
- Registered lease contract
- Interior layout drawings
- Equipment and fit-out list
- Health certificates for staff
- Civil Defence certificate
Duration depends on site readiness and passing inspections.
Frequently asked questions
How much does “Food Establishment Licence” cost with Basira?
Basira’s fee is 360 QAR; government fees are paid separately with the official receipt.
Which documents are needed for “Food Establishment Licence”?
Commercial Registration (CR) copy; Registered lease contract; Interior layout drawings; Equipment and fit-out list; Health certificates for staff; Civil Defence certificate.
How long does “Food Establishment Licence” take?
Approx. 3–8 weeks.
How do I request it?
Press “Request this service” to prepare a quote in your name, or message us on WhatsApp at +974 7223 2609. We review your documents and confirm the steps before we start.