# Set up a business in Doha
A practical launch path for Doha founders using MOCI, QDB, Invest Qatar, GTA, Ministry of Labour and Qatar Foundation routes, covering registration, tax, banking, licences, evidence and first customers in Doha and Qatar.
Context: Doha and Qatar
Source: Startup Doha
Official reference: https://www.moci.gov.qa/
## Action checklist
- [ ] Choose the right registration route for Doha and Qatar.
- [ ] List tax, bank, licensing and insurance tasks before trading.
- [ ] Save official receipts and reference numbers in your founder records.
## Task flow
- [ ] Open the local Startup Doha guide and read the action checklist.
- [ ] Verify the current requirement using Qatar Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
- [ ] Assign an owner, deadline, evidence folder and next conversation.