Will Qatar allow online betting for the FIFA World Cup 2022

There is a growing sense that the 2022 FIFA World Cup will be a historic occasion, marking the first time that an Arab nation has hosted the event. It is widely understood that in order to meet the commercial, licensing and tax criteria set out by FIFA, the host nation must make significant adjustments to its legislation.

Legal notions and practices in Qatar are firmly rooted in the country's conservative Arab culture, and, as such, some local laws will need to be amended in order to conform to FIFA regulations. However, in order for this to happen, Qatar and FIFA will need to reach an agreement on this matter.

But what about those Qatari and Arab gambling enthusiasts looking forward to placing bets on the long-awaited tournament?

Legality of Gambling in Qatar

The World Cup, like other large sporting events, will attract significant gambling opportunities. However, advertisements and the promotion of gambling of any kind is illegal in Qatar, and, as such, it remains doubtful that any kind of gambling will be permitted, with those caught engaging in this activity certain to suffer legal consequences. Legal action against an offshore gambling site is less likely, but the Qatari authorities may still ban these sites under the country's Cybercrime Law, which also allows for the seizure of computers, servers or other equipment, and the forfeiture of any profits made.

Ways to Bet on the World Cup in Qatar

Despite these severe laws, there is apparently a sizable underground gambling sector in Qatar, with particular emphasis placed on camel racing and football betting. Qataris often use offshore gambling sites due to the absence of local alternatives, utilising anonymising tools including virtual private networks (VPNs) and encrypted payment processors to access international gambling and sports betting sites like 888, Betfinal and bet365.

The data exchanged between a user's device and the internet may be kept private by using a VPN, an additional safeguard that allows users to access material online regardless of their location and to browse the web anonymously from any location.

Sites such as A7labet are often consulted by players who wish to learn more about safe and secure online gambling, how to make use of a VPN and which online casinos provide the most attractive bonuses and other advantages.

As a resource for Middle Eastern gamers interested in finding online casinos, A7labet aims to keep its readers up to date on the newest developments in the industry. Whether just starting out or a more experienced gambler, users may find helpful guides, reviews and news items there. 

Since its launch, the Hong Kong-based gambling portal A7labet, owned and run by the GLN company, has proved to be a popular destination for Arab online casino enthusiasts, offering hundreds of game reviews covering everything from old favorites to the newest releases. Their analyses of various casinos not only reveal which ones are deemed the safest, but also which provide the greatest bonuses. As such, gamblers have relied on the site for years for information regarding playing at online casinos. 

A7labet also recognises the importance of providing players with information about the highest incentives and prizes, including recommending online casinos based on the most favourable bonuses available. They not only offer tips on how to save money, but also about various promotional schemes such as loyalty programs, VIP Clubs and cashback offers. Information regarding playthrough and wagering requirements, along with return-to-player (RTP) percentages, are also included to help players make the most of their bonuses.

International Options for Arab Players

Betfinal

Betfinal Casino clearly aims to attract a wide variety of online gamblers, offering their website in a number of different languages, including Arabic, Kurdish, German, Turkish, Swedish, Norwegian and English.

Their wide variety of slot machines and other games from top developers such Microgaming, Evolution Gaming and iSoftBet ensures that avid players will find something to their liking in the casino's lobby. Additionally, following their initial deposit, new players at this online casino may receive a 100% match bonus up to €100.

888

The company has been thriving since 1997, exhibiting a longevity that is unusual in the cutthroat industry of online gambling where casinos appear and disappear on a daily basis. 888 is not just one of the first, but also one of the most reputable names in the history of online gambling.

With a Gibraltar license and eCogra approval, 888 Casino is recognised as a safe and reputable online gambling option, and has been honoured with several Casino of the Year accolades throughout the years, including most recently the Total Gaming Award for Best Online Casino of the Year in 2012 and the EGR Award for Best Online Casino of the Year in 2013. 888 Casino is also one of the biggest online casinos, with over 25 million players from across the globe — including users from the Arab world.

Bet365

There are many attractive options for gambling online, but bet365 stands out among the crowd. Players in Qatar may be interested in taking advantage of the FIFA 2022 odds offered by the site, which seems popular with gamblers in the Middle East.

In addition, the casino provides customer service in Arabic and offers a wide range of bonuses, free spins, payment methods and payment options to suit the needs of each individual player. 

Final Thoughts

All in all, it would appear that gambling enthusiasts in Qatar and elsewhere else in the world have a wide range of options available for the highly anticipated Qatar World Cup 2022. 

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