How to Renew Istimara in New Metrash
Renewing your Istimara (vehicle registration) in Qatar has become more convenient with the new Metrash app. Whether you’re renewing online or offline, the Ministry of Interior (MOI) provides multiple channels for easy and fast processing. This guide explains the renewal process, fees, timings, and how to collect your renewed card.
Table Of Content
- 1 How to Renew Istimara Online in New Metrash
- 2 Vehicle Registration Renewal Fees in Qatar
- 3 Requirements to Renew Vehicle Istimara in Qatar
- 4 Documents Required to Renew Vehicle Istimara in Qatar
- 5 Istimara Renewal Locations in Qatar
- 6 Istimara Collection Timings by Center
- 7 Questions & Answers
- 8 References
How to Renew Istimara Online in New Metrash
Follow these steps to renew your Istimara using the new Metrash app: [1] [2]
- Download the Metrash app:
- Metrash App from Google Play “From here“.
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- Metrash App from App Store “From here“.
- Open the Metrash app on your phone.
- Select “English” Language.
- Log in using your QID number and password or fingerprint.
- On the home screen, tap “Services”.
- From the list of categories, select “Traffic”.
- Tap on “Vehicle Services”.
- Choose “Renew Vehicle Registration” From the available options.
- Select the vehicle you want to renew from the list (if you own multiple vehicles).
- Confirm your vehicle details (insurance and inspection must be valid).
- Choose your delivery method:
- Collect in person at a traffic department, or
- Delivery by Qatar Post (with an additional QAR 20 fee).
- Proceed to payment and enter your debit/credit card details.
- After successful payment, you will receive a digital receipt. Save or print it for reference.
Vehicle Registration Renewal Fees in Qatar
Below are the official fees for renewing vehicle registration (Istimara) in Qatar, based on the type of vehicle:
| Vehicle Type | Renewal Fee (QAR) |
|---|---|
| Light Private Vehicle | 100 |
| Passenger Transport Vehicle (Bus) | 150 |
| Taxi/Limousine | 200 |
| Goods/Animals Transport Vehicle (Private) | 150 |
| Goods/Animals Transport Vehicle (Public) | 200 |
| Construction/Industrial Equipment | 250 |
| Motorcycle | 100 |
Requirements to Renew Vehicle Istimara in Qatar
You can find out Conditions to Renew Istimara by the following points:
- The registration must be expired.
- Insurance must be valid for at least one year.
- The vehicle must pass technical inspection (required if older than 3 years).
- You can apply at the Traffic Department, any service center, or through the Metrash app or MOI e-services.
- If delivery via Qatar Post is selected, a 20 QAR delivery fee will apply.
- Light vehicles can be renewed at all departments; heavy vehicles must go to the technical inspection centers.
Documents Required to Renew Vehicle Istimara in Qatar
Following Documents are required to renew Istimara in Qatar:
- A vehicle registration card with all vehicle details submitted to the General Traffic Department.
- A report confirming the vehicle’s successful inspection by a fuel company (Fahs).
- An insurance policy valid for one full year for all vehicles, or longer for new vehicles.
Istimara Renewal Locations in Qatar
You can visit any of the following authorized traffic service centers across Qatar to renew your vehicle registration (Istimara) in person. Here are the locations and their contact details:
| Renewal application centers | ||
|---|---|---|
| Center | Location | Contact |
| General Traffic Department | Khalifa City, Doha | 2344555 / 2344651 |
| Al Shahaniya Section | Al Shahaniya | 2352882 |
| Umm Salal Section | Umm Salal | 2351805 |
| Qatar Airways Section | Near Airport | 44502031 |
| Hamad Medical City | Hamad Medical City | 2350374/70/80 |
| Al Wakra Section | Al Wakra | 44639867 |
| Al Zubara Section | Al Zubara | 2350906 |
| Al Khor Section | Al Khor | 2353666 |
| Education City | Education City | 44546946 |
| Al Daayen-Simaisma | Simaisma | 2351216 |
| Abu Samra Border | Abu Samra | 2353666 |
| Al Rayyan Section | Al Rayyan | 44637888 |
| Mesaimeer Section | Mesaimeer | 2350813-19 |
| Souq Waqif Section | Souq Waqif | 44441303 |
| Al Shammal Al Ruwais | Al Ruwais | 44730337 |
| Renewal application centers | ||
| Main Station | Industrial Area |
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| Fahes Station | Wadi Al Banat |
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| Fahes Station | Mesaimeer |
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| Fahes Station | Al Wakra |
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Istimara Collection Timings by Center
After your Istimara renewal is processed, you can collect the new registration card from the traffic service centers during the following collection timings by location:
| Centre | Day | Morning working hours |
| The General Traffic Department’s headquarters | Saturday | From 8:00 am to 12:00 pm |
| The General Traffic Department’s headquarters | From Sunday to Thursday | From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm |
| The General Traffic Department’s headquarters | From Sunday to Thursday | From 1:00 pm to7:00 pm |
| Al Shahaniya Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm |
| Umm Salal Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm |
| Umm Salal Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
| Qatar Airways Traffic Services Section next to the airport | From Sunday to Thursday | From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm |
| Hamad Medical City Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm |
| Al Wakra Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm |
| Al Zubara Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 6:00 am to 1:00 pm |
| Al Khor Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm |
| Education City Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 6:00 am to 1:00 pm |
| Al Daayen-Simaisma Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm |
| Al Daayen-Simaisma Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
| Abu Samra Border Traffic Services Section | Every Day | 24 Hours |
| Al Rayyan Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm |
| Al Rayyan Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
| Al Rayyan Traffic Services Section | Saturday | From 8:00 am to 12:00 pm |
| Mesaimeer Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm |
| Mesaimeer Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
| Mesaimeer Traffic Services Section | Saturday | From 8:00 am to 12:00 pm |
| Souq Waqif Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm |
| Souq Waqif Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
| Al Shammal Al Ruwais Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 6:30 am to 12:30 pm |
| Al Shammal Al Ruwais Traffic Services Section | From Sunday to Thursday | From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Conclusion
Renewing your Istimara in Qatar has become faster and more efficient thanks to the new Metrash app and multiple online and offline options provided by the Ministry of Interior. Whether you choose to renew through Metrash, the MOI website, or visit a traffic service center, the process is straightforward if your vehicle meets the inspection and insurance requirements.
Questions & Answers
You can renew Istimara online via the Metrash app or MOI website in a few simple steps.
The grace period is 30 days after the Istimara expiry date.
You can collect the Istimara from any traffic service center or get it delivered via Qatar Post.
The penalty is usually QAR 50 for each month after expiration.
Log in to Metrash, go to Traffic > Vehicle Services > Renew Vehicle Registration, and complete payment online.
Yes, if your private vehicle is less than 3 years old from initial registration.
You can check it through the Metrash app or MOI e-services by entering your vehicle details.
Fees range from QAR 100 to QAR 250 depending on vehicle type.
Yes, if the vehicle is registered under your Metrash profile or you are authorized to act on their behalf.
No, the updated and current app is called Metrash, not Metrash2.