The 4th Qatar Real Estate Forum 2026 is set to take place from October 27 to 29, 2026, at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC). Organized by the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Aqarat) in partnership with Informa Tharawat, the event is held under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs. It will run alongside Cityscape Qatar, creating a major platform for real estate investment, innovation, and policy discussions in the region.
A Transforming Qatar Real Estate Sector
Qatar’s real estate market is evolving beyond traditional development, sales, and purchases. It is increasingly viewed as a core pillar of investment, wealth management, and the wider capital ecosystem. The Qatar Real Estate Forum 2026 arrives at a pivotal moment for the industry, aligning with the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030.
Key themes for the 2026 forum include:
- Real estate financing and investment returns
- Portfolio diversification strategies
- Tokenization of real estate assets
- Impact of economic, technological, and geopolitical shifts
- Sustainability and regulatory developments
Government leaders, developers, investors, policymakers, and senior decision-makers will gather to explore emerging opportunities, market trends, and the future direction of Qatar’s real estate sector.
Leadership Insights on Market Resilience and Growth
H.E. Mohammed bin Hassan Al Malki, President of Aqarat, emphasized the forum’s importance amid rapid geopolitical changes. He highlighted the need to strengthen the sector’s resilience and maintain investor confidence in a shifting business and regulatory environment.
Wouter Molman, Chief Commercial Officer at Informa Tharawat, noted that the forum helps convert regulatory reforms into tangible market activity. He explained that Aqarat’s regulatory leadership, combined with Cityscape’s global platform, can connect Qatari developers with GCC and international investors, supporting foreign direct investment and Qatar National Vision 2030.
H.E. Sheikh Hamad bin Talal Al Thani, CEO of Qatari Diar, stated:
“Our sponsorship of the fourth edition of the Qatar Real Estate Forum is a natural extension of our role as a key partner in shaping the future of Qatar’s real estate sector. We believe that our strategic partnership with Aqarat represents an optimal model for integration between the public and private sectors.”
Eng. Ahmed Mohamed Al-Tayeb, CEO of Barwa Real Estate Group, reaffirmed the Group’s continued sponsorship. He stressed the value of partnerships, innovation, and an attractive investment climate aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030.
Strong Market Performance and Key Reforms
Qatar’s real estate sector continues to show solid fundamentals. Transactions reached QAR 10.69 billion (approximately USD 2.9 billion) in the first half of 2026, according to the Real Estate Registration Department at the Ministry of Justice.
Data from the Qatar Central Bank’s Financial Stability Review shows that the real estate sector accounted for 6.1% of Qatar’s GDP in December 2025. Real estate credit represented 20% of total domestic credit extended to the private sector by the banking system at the end of 2025.
Notable 2025 reforms included:
- Allowing GCC citizens to own residential properties in designated areas for personal and family use
- Strengthened regulations on the purchase, use, and disposal of real estate
- Launch of the Qatar Real Estate Platform and sector dashboard by Aqarat to improve transparency and data access
The rental market also delivered strong results in 2025:
- Total lease contracts increased 30.6% year-on-year
- Total lease value rose 27.8%
- Commercial leases grew 43.6%
- Residential leases grew 25.3%
- Vacant units declined by 20%
Real Estate Tokenization Advances in Qatar
On August 26, 2026, Qatar’s Council of Ministers approved a draft law regulating real estate tokenization and the trading of real estate tokens, along with its draft executive regulations. This development positions Qatar among the markets actively exploring tokenized real-world assets as a new investment avenue, potentially opening fresh opportunities for both local and international investors.
Strategic Partnership with Cityscape Qatar
The forum maintains its strategic partnership with Cityscape Qatar. This collaboration aims to strengthen Qatar’s real estate investment environment, enhance governance and transparency, and attract capital through joint platforms that connect regional and global stakeholders.
About the Organizers
Real Estate Regulatory Authority – Aqarat
Aqarat regulates, stimulates, and develops Qatar’s real estate sector in line with Qatar National Vision 2030. It develops policies and regulatory frameworks, oversees compliance and licensing, protects stakeholder rights, and builds investor confidence.
Qatar Real Estate Forum
The Qatar Real Estate Forum is a leading regional platform for dialogue on the future of real estate. Its fourth edition will bring together government leaders, investors, developers, policymakers, and experts at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center from October 27 to 29, 2026.
Event at a Glance
- Dates: October 27–29, 2026
- Venue: Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC)
- Organizers: Aqarat in partnership with Informa Tharawat
- Patronage: H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs
- Co-located with: Cityscape Qatar
- For more information on the Qatar Real Estate Forum 2026 and opportunities in the Qatari real estate market, stakeholders are encouraged to follow official updates from Aqarat and the event organizers.
