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Media City Qatar (MCQ) is a state-of-the-art media hub in Doha, built to empower media companies, digital startups, and creative professionals. It supports broadcasting, technology, and content creation through a world-class ecosystem focused on innovation, research, and development.
Established by Decree No. (13) on 30 May 2019, Media City Qatar was created as a cluster regulator, developer, and investor to strengthen Qatar’s media sector and contribute to the nation’s economic diversification and innovation goals.
Media City Qatar is currently located in West Bay, Doha, and will soon relocate to Msheireb Downtown Doha — a premier destination for business, media, and culture. The new location will bring together global media networks, technology companies, and training institutions in a connected, modern hub.
The official working hours are 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Sunday through Thursday, designed to provide optimal service to media partners, startups, and investors.
Media City Qatar focuses on nine key areas, including:
MCQ provides licensing and permits for media companies and content creators, allowing 100% foreign ownership and full operational rights through a seamless, digital platform built for media registration and compliance.
Media City Qatar delivers a complete suite of media production and broadcasting services, including state-of-the art studios, post-production facilities, incubation programs, and business acceleration initiatives that support startups and entrepreneurs.
Qatar’s media industry offers strong opportunities for foreign companies, entrepreneurs, and investors, supported by advanced ICT infrastructure, over 99.7% internet penetration, and robust government-backed media initiatives. Media City Qatar plays a key role in facilitating media investment, talent development, and business establishment in the region.
Strategically located in Doha, Media City Qatar combines a thriving economy, advanced digital infrastructure, and a safe business environment. With a three-pillar mandate to regulate, develop, and invest in media, it drives innovation and positions Qatar as a leading regional media hub.
Media City Qatar offers tax-free business benefits, advanced communication technologies, secure data management, and investment incentives for companies of all sizes. The low-risk environment encourages growth for both emerging startups and established media enterprises.
Qatar’s strong digital economy provides a foundation for creative industries, offering tax benefits, funding programs, and training opportunities. Media City Qatar complements these efforts by cultivating media professionals and entrepreneurs through access to facilities, education, and industry partnerships.
Media City Qatar supports a wide range of media and digital enterprises, including film studios, game developers, news publishers, broadcast agencies, advertising firms, sports media, and eSports organizations. Through its infrastructure and support, MCQ is positioning Qatar as a global hub for media innovation.
