Doha: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE) announced the opening of registration for applications to license and operate private schools and kindergartens for the 2026-2027 academic year.

According to Qatar News Agency, the ministry stated that applications will be accepted electronically through its website via the "Open a New Educational Institution" portal, starting December 7, 2025, and continuing until January 7, 2026. The ministry has outlined the requirements for owners, school buildings, and academic standards in accordance with the guidelines for issuing private-school licenses.

The ministry highlighted some key general conditions for applicants: they must not be employed by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education or any of its affiliated bodies, must be at least 21 years old, and are required to submit a copy of their ID card.

Priority for licensing will be given to curricula and areas experiencing rising demand. This includes the Indian curriculum in Al Da'ayen municipality; the Syrian curriculum in Doha municipality; the Egyptian curriculum, Pakistani curriculum, National Standards, and International Baccalaureate curricula in Al Wakrah municipality; the Philippine curriculum in Al Wakrah and Al Da'ayen municipalities; the Tunisian curriculum in Al Rayyan municipality; and the American and French curricula in Al Da'ayen municipality.