Export Strategy
QDB’s Export Strategy connects eligible Qatar-based companies with expert service providers to build a tailored, comprehensive export study: from identifying the right markets to laying out a full go-to-market roadmap. Whether a business is entering international markets for the first time or expanding their global reach, this program gives a clear, structured plan for its growth confidently.
What does it offer?
Export strategy is a tailored program designed specifically for companies that are ready to export, delivered by qualified service providers. It covers the following key components:
Global market scan:
High-level analysis of world markets for the company’s products to pinpoint the most promising export opportunities.Market shortlisting:
Identifying the Top (3) priority markets.Company profile:
A structured overview of the business, background, mission, and history, presented from an export readiness perspective.Export management summary:
Internal export structure, including the dedicated export team or manager, export plan, and budget.Products and services profile:
A detailed inventory of the main offerings, production capacity, technology, certifications, and what makes them competitive internationally.In-depth market analysis (1 market):
A thorough study of one selected market covering industry landscape, demand and supply dynamics, competitor benchmarking, and the regulatory and legal framework.Strategy and implementation plan:
A practical, actionable roadmap with quantitative targets, market segmentation, positioning, pricing, logistics, marketing, distribution, and a clear path to the first export customers.
Benefits:
Businesses receive a complete export roadmap designed around the company’s unique products, capacity, and market potential.
Businesses increase their international visibility and contribute to Qatar’s growing export footprint in global markets.
Qatar Exports team provides ongoing oversight throughout the project, ensuring quality and alignment with business goals at every milestone.
Companies move forward with confidence, backed by real market intelligence: competitor pricing, regulatory requirements, logistics considerations, and customer identification, all covered in the strategy.
QDB covers up to 70% or up to QAR 62,000 of the service cost, whichever is lower.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Export Strategy?
Qatar-based company operating in a QDB-mandated sectors.
What does it cover?
The Export Strategy is a full export study built around the business. It covers a global market scan, shortlisting of three priority markets, a company and management profile, a product and services inventory, a deep-dive analysis of one selected market, and a complete strategy and implementation plan.
What is a grant?
It is financial support extended to eligible companies for a specific purpose, without any requirement for repayment.
Can I apply for this product multiple times?
You can apply for this product multiple times within the same year, subject to a maximum funding limit of QAR 200,000 per Commercial Registration (CR).
What is the maximum value of this grant?
Up to 70% of the service cost, or up to QAR 62,000, whichever is lower.
- Valid ID
- Valid CR
- Registered on Qatar Exports Platform (qatarexports.qdb.qa)
Note: Additional documents might be required
How is the grant disbursed?
The grant is paid directly to the approved service provider.
