Ramadan Qatar 2025: Ramadan Working Hours in Government & Private Sectors
During the holy month of Ramadan 2025, Qatar changes its service and operating hours to both respect religious observance and maintain efficient operations. Ramadan Working hours are different from normal days. If you are in search of service hours of any sector in Ramadan, and do not know where to find all. We have got you covered.
We have covered government services, healthcare, transportation, business services, banking, education, and retail. These adjustments cover transportation networks, a broader spectrum of government services, private healthcare facilities, and even niche sectors such as museums and veterinary clinics working in Ramadan 2025.
Government Services & Offices Ramadan Working Hours
Ministry of Interior & Related Departments service hour in Ramadan:
According to Qatar labor law, Government servants will work not more than 5 hours a day from 9 am to 2 pm. Private sector employees will work 6 hours a day and 36 hours per week.
In Ramadan, key departments under the Ministry of Interior adjust their schedules to facilitate smoother operations and respect the holy month:
Public Prosecution service hour in Ramadan:
Public Prosecution offices have balanced timings to better manage workload :
Sunday – Thursday: 9 am to 12 pm; 9 pm to 1 am
Ministry of Public Health & Healthcare Administration:
Several specialized departments have their own Ramadan hours to maintain work balance:
Government Healthcare working hours in Ramadan 2025
Government Healthcare
Public healthcare services have modified their operating hours during Ramadan:
There are so many Ramadan & Eid shopping events happening in different malls and markets like Pear Ramadan Bazaar, make sure to check the timings and locations before visiting.
National Healthcare Helpline number: 16000
HMC Nesma’ak Customer Service: 16060
Outpatient Department Clinics
HMC Urgent Consultation Service
Mental Health Helpline
HMC Pharmacy Medication Delivery
Qatar National Blood Donor Centre
HMC Clinic at Sealine
Clinical Imaging Call Centre
Therapeutic Dietetics and Nutrition Services
Private Hospitals & Clinics
Private healthcare providers also adapt their schedules:
Doha Clinic Hospital
West Bay Medicare
Saturday – Thursday: 8 am to 4 pm, 8 pm to 12 am
Friday: Closed
Al Safa Medical Polyclinic:
Doha Metro & Lusail Tram Ramadan Working Hours
Transportation services are critical during Ramadan, and both Doha Metro and Lusail Tram have updated schedules:
Doha Metro: Saturday to Thursday: Operates from 5:30 AM until 1:30 AM.
Friday: Starts later at 9:30 AM, continuing until 1:30 AM.
Lusail Tram: Saturday to Thursday: Runs from 5:30 AM to 2:00 AM.
Friday: Begins operations at 2:30 PM and runs until 2:00 AM.
These extended hours, particularly into the late evening, help accommodate altered consumer and commuter behaviors during Ramadan so that they can enjoy iftar and suhoor at perfect places.
Business Services & Banking Ramadan Working Hours
Qatar Airways & Trade Portals
Beyond government sectors, Qatar Airways has revised its business portal timings:
Banking & Financial Institutions in Ramadan 2025
Qatari banks offer split shifts to ease customer flow:
This refined approach minimizes in-branch congestion and accommodates both staff and customers during fasting hours.
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Retail, Malls & Hypermarkets in Ramadan 2025
The retail sector sees one of the most amazing scheduling adjustments during Ramadan:
Shopping Malls & Souqs
Many major shopping centres alter their operating hours during different phases of Ramadan:
Torba Market
Doha Festival City
First half of Ramadan
Second half of Ramadan
Landmark Shopping Mall
First half of Ramadan
Second half of Ramadan
Mall of Qatar
First half of Ramadan
Second half of Ramadan
Eid Al Fitr
Tawar Mall
First half of Ramadan
Second Half of Ramadan
Gulf Mall
First half of Ramadan
Second Half of Ramadan
Hyatt Plaza
First Half of Ramadan
Second Half of Ramadan
Doha Festival City
First half of Ramadan
Second half of Ramadan
Alif Stores
Al Dafna (First half of Ramadan)
Al Dafna (Second half of Ramadan)
Place Vendôme Mall (First half of Ramadan)
Place Vendôme Mall (Second half of Ramadan)
These refined schedules not only cater to the shopping habits of residents during Ramadan but also align with cultural practices around Iftar and Suhoor.
Hypermarkets & Supermarkets
For example, Carrefour’s Ramadan hours have been adjusted to:
Such modifications ensure that families can complete their grocery with ease during the fasting month.
Fahes working hours in Ramadan
Fahes announced its Ramadan timing in a social media post.
Al Mazrouaah (Saturday – Thursday)
8 am – 5 pm, closure at 4:30 pm
Wadi Al Banat/Mesaimeer (Sunday – Thursday)
8 am – 5 pm, closure at 4:30 pm
Al Wakra/Al Wukair/Industrial Area (Sunday – Thursday)
Morning from 8 am – 5 pm, closure at 4:30 pm
Evening from 8 pm – 11 pm, closer at 10:30 pm
Madinat Al Shamal (Wednesdays & Thursdays only)
Morning from 7 am – 12 pm, closure 11:45 am
Evening from 8 pm – 11 pm, closer at 10:30 pm
However, vehicle inspection at Al Waqra, Mesaimeer and Wadi Al Banat is allowed only for those with booked appointments.
Qatar Museums Ramadan Working Hours
Qatar Museums have changed their opening hours to allow visitors to visit in the evening. This change in timing allows visitors to capture the beauty of the Museum after the sunsets. They have announced new timings:
Museums and Galleries
Unless otherwise indicated, our museums and galleries will be open the following hours from 1 March until 30 March:
Saturday–Thursday: 9 am–2 pm and 8 pm–midnight
Fridays: 8 pm–midnight
NMOQ is closed on Tuesdays.
MIA is closed on Wednesdays.
3-2-1 QOSM is closed on Tuesdays.
Mathaf is closed on Mondays.
All venues of the Museums will be closed on the first day of Eid al-Fitr.
Al Zubarah Archaeological Site
National Museum of Qatar
Museum of Islamic Art
3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum
Fire Station
Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art
Restaurants and Cafés
Outlets will have their delivery platforms operational as per the timings listed and dine-in guests will only be served after Iftar.
This scheduling helps promote cultural engagement while respecting Ramadan timings.
Veterinary Clinics Ramadan Working Hours
Even veterinary services adjust to ensure pet care is not compromised:
Parkview Pet Center
Every day; 9 am – 9 pm
Dragon Animal Care Center
Saturday – Friday: 9 am -3 pm | 8 pm – 2 am
Royal Veterinary Center
Saturday – Thursday – 9:30 am – 4 pm | 7:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Fridays – 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Canadian Vet Hospital
Open 24/7
These adjustments ensure that pet owners have access to essential services during Ramadan.
Note: All this information is collected from official sources. Before making any plans, check official platforms as these are subjected to change. For the private sectors, consult with the respective HR.
Conclusion
Qatar’s approach to Ramadan working hours is a comprehensive, multi-sector effort designed to balance tradition with modern service delivery. In addition to the general adjustments in government services, healthcare, transportation, and business offices, further refinements have been implemented across cultural institutions, retail environments, and even niche sectors such as veterinary clinics for Ramadan 2025.
All these modifications are made to provide easy service hours to the general public. May you and your family enjoy a blessed Ramadan. Keep QatarAlive Team in your prayers.
