Qatar Lifts Registration Ban for Students with Unpaid Fees

No fees? No problem — at least not for getting registered.

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Qatar Lifts Registration Ban for Students with Unpaid Fees

The Ministry of Education and Higher Education in Qatar has just announced that students with unpaid tuition fees in private schools and kindergartens will no longer be barred from registration.

The updated policy, effective September 30, 2025, is designed to prioritize students’ right to education regardless of outstanding financial obligations.

The new directive, outlined in a ministry circular, underscores the goal of maintaining educational continuity while allowing private institutions to legally recover pending fees through proper channels.

“The restriction on the National Student Information System (NSIS) will be lifted for all financially defaulting students,” the Ministry confirmed.

What does this mean for parents and schools?

Private schools can no longer block registration due to unpaid dues.
Institutions must instead secure alternative financial guarantees from parents.
Schools are urged to revamp their payment systems ahead of the 2025/2026 academic year.
A one-month grace period remains in place, as per Ministerial Decision No. 9 of 1996.

This game-changing move strikes a balance between the right to learn and the need to earn, especially as Qatar’s private education sector continues to grow. It also reflects a broader push for more inclusive and student-first policies, ensuring that no learner is left behind due to financial constraints.

Want more updates on Qatar’s education policy changes? Check out our guides to private school rules, tuition payment updates, and student registration processes.

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Qatar Lifts Registration Ban for Students with Unpaid Fees

What does this mean for parents and schools?

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