Doha, Qatar: The Minister of Public Health HE Mansoor bin Ebrahim Al Mahmoud, issued on Thursday, Decision No. (46) of 2025, cancelling Decision No. (21) of 2023 regarding the fees for obtaining a health card and for its replacement in the event of loss or damage.
The Ministry of Public Health has clarified that, starting tomorrow (Friday), the Qatari national ID card will be adopted for Qatari citizens in place of the health card to access healthcare services at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC), Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC), and other healthcare facilities. This will be implemented without any fees.
The Ministry further explained that health cards for residents will remain valid and will continue to be used according to the existing procedures.
This decision comes as part of the Ministry’s efforts to simplify administrative procedures, standardise official documents used in government transactions, and enhance the patient experience.
The Ministry of Public Health urges citizens to ensure they carry their national ID card when visiting healthcare facilities.
