The Internationalization Financing scheme offers direct and indirect financing solutions to support companies aiming to initiate or expand their operations abroad. Through this program, QDB offers Sharia-compliant direct financing guarantees to Qatari partner banks and international financial institutions.
For any future questions please contact: export.finance@qdb.qa
Features:
• Offers direct financing to Qatari businesses for international expansion projects.
• Financing up to 70% of the contract value, with a maximum of QAR 100 million.
• Covers project costs such as construction, equipment, initial working capital, and pre-operating expenses.
• Sharia-compliant financing model.
• Repayment is made directly to QDB based on the facility terms.
• Tenor up to 10 years.
Benefits:
• Immediate access to funds for overseas expansion.
• Benefits larger projects that can directly manage finances and do not need intermediary banks.
• Helps expand businesses into international markets, potentially increasing Qatar's export capabilities
Eligibility Criteria:
All sectors are eligible (excluding export of HC)
For Qatari Exporters:
• Majority Qatari-owned business (min. 51% ownership)
• Annual operating revenue no less than QAR 10 Mn
• Minimum operating history of 3 years
• Positive operating profits for the last 2 years of operation
For Qatari Overseas Subsidiary:
Overseas Subsidiary with a minimum of 49% Qatar based ownership (minimum ownership requirements may be waived on a case-by-case basis)
