Driving conditions and local driving culture vary significantly in Qatar compared to European countries. Qatar drivers use their horns and flashing headlights quite frequently to indicate and warn other motorists of their imminent actions. It is important visitors understand this as local behaviour and do not react to it in a negative way.

City Driving

• Driving in the city in Qatar is usually very busy, with specific rush hour traffic due to the shift working practices

• A driver must never assume the traffic law gives them the right of way; always expect the unexpected

Country Driving

• Country Driving can be tiring due to the main highways being long and straight

• Off road driving in the desert should not be attempted without attending a training course; or you must be accompanied by an experienced person and National Car Rental does not provide insurance cover for off-road driving in a rental vehicle