DO's and DON'Ts

DO

• Expect to have meetings in the morning or evening. 
• Have the ability to say a few Arabic greetings or words to impress Qatari contacts.
• Use the right hand when shaking hands and eating.
• Be prepared for small talk and then business discussion.
• Accept tea, coffee or other refreshments during meetings.
• Accept invitations to lunch, dinner, receptions and other hospitalities. 
• Dress in business attire.
• Print business cards with one side in English and the other side in Arabic.
• Have at least a temporary local or international mobile phone. 

DON'T

• Do not give lavish gifts during the first meeting.
• Do not show the palms of your hands.
• Do not show the soles of your feet / shoes.