For privacy and comfort, use of a limousine is recommended and can be arranged by contacting hotel reception. Banks and exchange offices in Qatar offer normal services, including cashing travellers' cheques, changing foreign currency and credit card transactions. All internationally recognised credit cards are accepted by hotels, department stores, car rental agencies and commercial establishments. Business visas and transit visas are also provided. Of late AIDS tests are also recommended.
Hospitals are modern and emergency treatment is free.
Pharmacies are well stocked.