90% renew their policies on time, and 60% rely on social media for insurance information

A new study by Qatar Insurance (QIC), in collaboration with Arkansas State University Qatar, has revealed that reputation matters more than price for most motorists in the country when choosing a car insurance provider.

According to the Motor Insurance Consumer Trends in Qatar study, 75% of respondents identified an insurer’s reputation and market image as the primary factor influencing their choice, while 25% prioritized price. When asked what shapes an insurer’s reputation, respondents ranked the quality of accident claims handling first, followed by ease of policy issuance, recommendations from family and friends, and advertising campaigns.

On digital adoption, 55% of respondents reported using digital platforms, such as mobile apps and websites, to purchase or renew their motor insurance policies. Meanwhile, 45% of respondents said they still rely on traditional channels, including branch visits, insurance brokers, and call centers.

In a clear sign of growing awareness regarding the role of insurance in safe and lawful driving, 90% of participants stated that they consistently renew their annual insurance before it expires. Conversely, 10% acknowledged having previously delayed renewal past the legal deadline.

The study also found that 60% of participants rely on social media as their primary source of information about motor insurance and related services. Word-of-mouth, car dealerships, and traditional media remain important, though secondary, sources for industry updates.

The study surveyed a sample of 300 motorists across the country between 30 July and 24 August 2026, collecting data through structured questionnaires and face-to-face interviews. The sample was selected to be representative in terms of nationality, age group, and gender, reflecting the demographic profile of drivers and car owners in Qatar.

This initiative reflects QIC’s commitment to understanding market dynamics, anticipating public needs, and responding proactively to customer expectations. It also highlights QIC’s dedication to leveraging rigorous research findings to advance Qatar’s motor insurance sector and elevate the experience for both current and prospective customers, ensuring seamless access to effective insurance solutions that support safe and compliant driving across the country.

For more information about QIC, please visit qic.online

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The company continues to elevate customer experiences with comprehensive solutions for daily needs

Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has announced a series of new features across its digital ecosystem, as part of the company’s efforts to give customers greater convenience in managing their daily needs through the region’s first ecosystem combining insurance solutions with digital lifestyle services.

Among the new additions is the Driving Test Simulator, a free digital tool designed to help driving license candidates prepare for their theory exam and improve their chances of passing on the first attempt. Accessible through the qic.online portal, the service features curated educational modules covering traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving essentials. It also includes a realistic exam simulator that mirrors the actual test format and question types, helping candidates build the knowledge and confidence they need for test day.

QIC has also launched Stories on its award-winning mobile app, an interactive feature designed to make complex insurance concepts easier to grasp through dynamic, engaging storytelling. Featured prominently on the app’s homepage, Stories brings a social media-style layout to insurance literacy and digital lifestyle updates, delivering edutainment in a format users already know how to navigate. The feature also includes interactive mini games that help users find the coverage options that best fit their needs, while letting them share their opinions and gauge their satisfaction in a fresh way that breaks from the monotony of traditional surveys.

QIC’s Coins loyalty rewards program has also expanded to include QIC Market. As part of this expansion, users can now earn complimentary Coins simply by listing a car for sale on the marketplace, accessible through both QIC App and qic.market. These Coins can be redeemed across a curated range of lifestyle benefits, spanning travel essentials, automotive care, hospitality vouchers, fitness passes, and premium electronics.

By building a comprehensive digital platform, QIC is raising the bar for innovation in Qatar and, with it, customer expectations, as people today look for nothing less than seamless, efficient, and intuitive digital experiences. QIC remains committed to advancing digital innovation across Qatar and the wider region while keeping customers at the center of every decision, as well as the focus on delivering forward-thinking solutions that anticipate their expectations and meet their evolving needs.

QIC’s digital ecosystem ranks among the fastest-growing in the regional financial services sector this year, driven by expanding user adoption and solution diversity. Maintaining a 4.8 rating on both the App Store and Google Play, the ecosystem has also earned a series of prestigious accolades, including “Top Innovation in Finance – Middle East” at Global Finance’s Innovators Awards and “Customer Experience Initiative of the Year in Qatar” at the Insurance Asia Awards 2025.

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Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and one of the largest across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), today announced the strengthening of its partnership by investing in Africa Specialty Risks (ASR), the Africa & developing markets focused specialist (re)insurance group.

The investment builds upon a successful partnership between QIC and ASR, during which QIC has been a reinsurance capacity provider across ASR’s portfolio, providing Funds at Lloyd’s (FAL) to ASR Syndicate 2454 and binder capacity through Antares. This partnership has allowed QIC to diversify its geographic exposure, accessing ASR’s unique Africa & developing markets focused underwriting.

Founded in 2020 and led by Mikir Shah, ASR has established itself as one of the leading specialty (re)insurance groups focused on Africa and developing markets. The group’s unique platform provides local underwriting expertise and access to A rated global capacity from ASR’s own Syndicate and reinsurer alongside its partners.

Leadership commentary

Salem Al Mannai, Group Chief Executive Officer of QIC, said: “This investment takes QIC into markets where few insurers from our region have a presence, and it adds a further source of diversified growth to a Group that continues to expand its international reach. Our decision to invest and deepen our relationship with Africa Specialty Risks reflects our confidence in both the long-term growth prospects of African and developing insurance markets and the exceptional quality of the ASR platform. Over the past two years, we have worked closely with the ASR team and have been consistently impressed by their underwriting expertise, market knowledge and execution capabilities. This partnership provides QIC with a highly effective platform to participate in the growth journey of Africa and other developing markets alongside a proven management team and a world-class insurance partner.”

Mikir Shah, CEO, Africa Specialty Risks, commented: “Working with QIC over the last few years, we’ve built a strong partnership as they’ve looked to access our African and developing market focused specialty underwriting while supporting us with capacity. ASR was built to enable sustainable economic development in growth economies by fulfilling unmet insurance needs, and I look forward to continuing to realise this mission while working closely with our key partners.”

Strategic rationale

The investment advances QIC’s international growth strategy of partnering with specialist underwriting businesses and proven management teams in markets with strong long-term growth. It extends QIC’s reach beyond its established platforms in Qatar and the GCC, at Lloyd’s and in international reinsurance and Asia, into Africa and developing markets, where insurance penetration remains low and demand for specialty cover is rising with the real economy. Few insurers headquartered in the region have built a position in these markets.

Through ASR’s regional network, specialist underwriting expertise and local market knowledge, QIC gains a further source of diversified premium and earnings growth alongside a management team it has already worked with as a capacity partner. The investment is consistent with the QIC’s continued expansion of its international portfolio and its objective of building a more diversified, higher-return business for shareholders.

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Bringing together insurance and digital services for everyday life at home, school, and on the road

As the summer holidays draw to a close and daily routines resume, families and individuals once again find themselves in need of essential services to ensure a confident, worry-free start to their new season at home, school, and on the road.

To support the community through this transition, Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, brings together a full suite of insurance and everyday services through its all-in-one digital ecosystem. From a single interface, users can access everything they need to start their season with confidence, eliminating the need to manage disparate providers or switch between platforms.

QIC’s digital ecosystem brings together a wide range of insurance products and everyday services within a single, seamless experience designed to meet customers’ needs across different aspects of daily life. From protecting homes and securing children’s educational journeys, to managing vehicle insurance, maintenance and mobility needs, the ecosystem also features an integrated car marketplace and a loyalty programme that turns everyday digital interactions into exclusive rewards. This integrated approach has established QIC’s digital ecosystem as a one-stop destination for insurance and non-insurance services, with a 4.8 rating on both the App Store and Google Play.

Comprehensive Protection Starting at Home

Recognizing that reassurance begins at home, QIC’s digital ecosystem offers a swift way to insure household contents and safeguard family property. Available entirely online in under two minutes, QIC’s home contents coverage protects furniture, jewelry, artwork, and other valuables against theft or damage from fire, flood, and unforeseen incidents. The policy also covers medical costs for bodily injuries sustained by family members or domestic workers in home accidents, alongside temporary accommodation cover should an insured property, whether owned or rented, become uninhabitable.

Securing Children’s Educational Journey

All Car Services on a Single Platform

As regular traffic returns, drivers must fulfill several legal requirements in Qatar, including renewing vehicle registrations and ensuring roadworthiness. QIC’s digital ecosystem eliminates the friction of managing these tasks across separate offices and locations. Through QIC App, customers can renew car insurance, book vehicle maintenance, or rent a car when needed, all from one place.

For those looking to start the season with a new vehicle, QIC’s integrated Car Market connects buyers directly with leading showrooms, authorized dealers, and top auto brands, making it easy to find their dream car in Qatar. The service also allows individuals to list their used vehicles for sale free of charge, with complimentary tools to calculate fair market value and digitally transfer insurance ownership to the buyer.

Transforming Digital Engagement into Rewards

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Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has concluded its 2026 Summer Internship Program, which ran from June through August and provided a group of high-achieving high school students from institution in Qatar with an opportunity to gain first-hand experience in the insurance and financial services sector.

The program forms part of QIC’s ongoing efforts to provide students with early exposure to the professional environment and help them better understand the opportunities available within the insurance industry. Selected based on their academic performance and interest in developing their knowledge of the sector, the interns spent the summer learning from QIC professionals across a range of business and corporate functions.

As part of the program, students were introduced to key areas of QIC’s operations, including underwriting, claims, customer experience, and risk analysis. They also gained an understanding of the role played by departments such as information technology, human resources and legal affairs in supporting the wider business.

Beyond their day to day learning, the interns participated in workshops, practical activities, and group assignments designed to encourage them to work together, exchange ideas and put their learning into practice. The experience also focused on developing practical skills that will benefit the students as they progress through their education and begin considering their future career paths.

Commenting on the program, Mr. Rashid Al-Buainain, Group Chief Administrative Officer at QIC, said, “Developing Qatar’s human capital starts with giving young people the right opportunities to learn, gain experience and understand the world of work. At QIC, we are proud to support this through our summer internship program, which gives students an early introduction to the insurance sector while helping them develop important skills and confidence. This commitment to young talent reflects our responsibility as a national institution and supports Qatar’s broader goals for developing a capable and future-ready workforce.”

Student Reflections

Saoud Mohammed A B Al-Buainain said, “During my internship at QIC, I learned more about how the insurance industry works and how different departments contribute to the business. I also learned how important communication, teamwork, and being responsible are in the workplace. The experience gave me a better understanding of what to expect in a professional environment and will help me as I continue my studies and plan for my future.”

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Financial highlights: H1 2026 (six months ended 30 June 2026)

• Insurance revenue: QAR 4.8 billion, up 15 % year on year
• Gross Written Premium: QAR 5.9 billion, up 4.3 % year on year
• Insurance service result: QAR 202 million, down 8.4 % year on year, reflecting the regional geopolitical conflict.
• Investment income QAR 477 million. up 2.8 % year on year
• Investment yield: 5.3 %
• Net profit: QAR 365 million, down 4.8 % year on year
• Net profit attributable to QIC shareholders QAR 354 million down 5.4 % year on year
• Earnings per share: QAR 0.076

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Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and one of the largest across the Middle East and North Africa, reported a resilient performance for the first half of 2026, with net profit of QAR 365 million. QIC absorbed the impact of an exceptional regional geopolitical conflict, an event without recent precedent for the sector, while holding earnings broadly in line with the prior-year period. The outcome reflects the strength and diversification of QIC’s underwriting portfolio, the quality of its balance sheet and reserves, and a disciplined risk-management framework built to withstand precisely this kind of shock. Double-digit growth in insurance revenue, up 15 % to QAR 4.8 billion, together with continued premium growth and higher investment income, up 2.8 % to QAR 477 million, more than offset the pressure the conflict placed on the insurance service result, underlining the resilience of the QIC’s diversified earnings base.

The insurance service result moderated to QAR 202 million, carrying the effect of claims and reserving associated with the conflict, while disciplined growth across QIC’s core markets supported the top line. Net profit attributable to QIC shareholders was QAR 354 million.

Leadership commentary

Sheikh Hamad bin Faisal Al Thani, Chairman of the Board, said: “These results reflect the strength and resilience that define QIC. Even against this exceptional event, QIC has safeguarded shareholder value, maintained a strong capital position, and stayed the course on its strategic priorities. The Board is confident that QIC’s diversified franchise, prudent risk management and clear strategy will continue to deliver long-term value for our shareholders.”

Salem Al Mannai, Group Chief Executive Officer, said: “The first half of 2026 tested our sector with an exceptional geopolitical event, and Qatar Insurance faced it from a position of operational strength. Disciplined underwriting and a high-quality investment portfolio enabled us to absorb the impact on our insurance service result, while continuing to grow insurance revenue and gross written premiums, and increasing investment income. We maintain strong and sufficient reserves in line with actuarial estimates.”

He affirmed that: “QIC enjoys strong capital solvency and is moving forward with executing our strategic priorities according to plan, including continuing to expand our digital ecosystem and international franchise. Our focus is unchanged: underwriting quality and the profitability of our book through the cycle.”

Financial performance review

Top line. Insurance revenue rose 15 % to QAR 4.8 billion in H1 2026, reflecting the earned growth of QIC’s in-force portfolio. Gross written premium, a measure of underwriting volume, increased 4.3 % to QAR 5.9 billion, underpinned by selective growth across QIC’s domestic, regional and international portfolios, achieved while maintaining underwriting discipline in a softening global reinsurance market.

Underwriting. The insurance service result was QAR 202 million, down 8.4 % on the prior year period. The reduction reflects claims and reserving related to the regional geopolitical conflict, discussed separately below.

Investments. Investment income rose 2.8 % to QAR 477 million, supported by QIC’s positioning through a period of shifting global rates. The investment yield was 5.3 %.

Profitability. Net profit was QAR 365 million and net profit attributable to QIC shareholders was QAR 354 million, each modestly below the prior-year period, as the conflict-related pressure on underwriting outweighed the gains in premium and investment income. Earnings per share were QAR 0.076.

Impact of the regional geopolitical conflict

QIC’s insurance service result for the period reflected the escalation of the conflict involving the United States and Iran, one of the most significant events for the insurance market in the period. The impact was concentrated in QIC’s international operations, arising principally on specialty lines written in the international markets, including war, terrorism and political violence cover and related marine classes. QIC has strengthened reserves. Consistent with peers across the market, which have similarly reinforced reserves for the conflict, ultimate losses remain subject to uncertainty as claims develop, and QIC continues to monitor the situation closely. Excluding this event, QIC’s underlying underwriting performance remained resilient.

Capital and solvency

QIC maintained a strong capital and solvency position through the first half. QIC’s capital strength continues to support its financial-strength ratings and its capacity to underwrite through periods of elevated geopolitical and market uncertainty.

Business and strategic highlights

QIC’s brand and franchise strength was recognised externally during the period. Brand Finance upgraded QIC’s brand rating to AA- from A- in its 2026 report, citing QIC’s underwriting performance, disciplined portfolio management, growth across core regional and international markets, and its focus on digital innovation and ESG. QIC again ranked among Qatar’s Top 10 most valuable and strongest brands and remains the only insurer in that ranking.

QIC continued to extend its digital ecosystem. During the half, QIC expanded its QIC App with new travel solutions, including the conversion of loyalty “Coins” into Qatar Airways Privilege Club Avios, the ability to use Coins toward travel-insurance premiums, and new Hotels and Calendar features, alongside a partnership with Ooredoo to provide complimentary eSIMs to buyers of Mandatory Visitors’ Health Insurance. QIC’s “Coins” loyalty programme surpassed 300 million points earned in its first year. QIC was named “Digital Insurer of the Year” and won “Best Insurance App” in the Qatar accolades at The Asset Triple A Digital Finance Awards 2026.

Reflecting its investment in national talent and its AI strategy, QIC launched its first AI summer internship programme for university students, a first-of-its-kind initiative in the regional insurance sector. QIC was also named “Insurer of the Year” for the Middle East and North Africa at the MENA II Awards 2026.

Operating environment

QIC delivered its first-half result against a mixed global backdrop. Global reinsurance pricing continued to soften across most lines through the January and mid-year renewals, as record traditional and alternative capital outweighed demand, while war-exposed specialty lines hardened sharply following the regional geopolitical conflict. Regulators across the GCC continued to modernise the sector and Kuwait introducing minimum financial-strength rating requirements. This shift toward stronger capital and rating standards plays to the strengths of well-capitalised, highly rated insurers such as QIC wherever they compete. The interest-rate backdrop remained broadly stable, with major central banks holding or modestly tightening policy over the period.

Outlook

QIC enters the second half of 2026 with capital and balance sheet strength intact and continued momentum in its premium base and digital franchise. While QIC remains alert to the course of the regional geopolitical conflict and to softening reinsurance conditions, its underwriting discipline, diversified portfolio and capital strength position it to continue creating value for shareholders and customers.

About Qatar Insurance (QIC)

Qatar Insurance (QIC) is a leading insurer in Qatar and one of the largest insurers in the Middle East and North Africa, providing a broad range of insurance and reinsurance solutions across personal, commercial and specialty lines. Founded in 1964 and listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange (ticker: QATI), QIC serves customers in Qatar and international markets through its subsidiaries and branches.

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Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has been awarded the “Digital Insurance Initiative of the Year in Qatar” title at the Insurance Asia Awards 2026.

This accolade recognizes QIC’s success in expanding its digital ecosystem, which stands as the MENA region’s first ecosystem to offer both insurance products and everyday lifestyle services through a single interface.

This year, QIC significantly scaled its ecosystem to cover a wider range of daily needs, incorporating an integrated car marketplace, vehicle care solutions, hotel and event bookings, loyalty rewards and more. Alongside this growth, QIC broadened its network of partners and service providers within its ecosystem, giving customers more choices and experiences tailored to their needs.

Consequently, QIC’s digital ecosystem has emerged as one of the region’s fastest-growing financial services platforms in terms of both user base and service offerings, and now ranks among the highest-rated platforms with an outstanding 4.8 score on both App Store and Google Play.

Commenting on this milestone, Mr. Salem Al Mannai, Group CEO of QIC, stated: “We are honored to have our ecosystem recognized among the best digital initiatives within the Asian insurance sector. This recognition is a strong testament to the success of our strategy and our ongoing efforts to elevate our customers’ experiences by investing in best-in-class digital solutions, and a reaffirmation of QIC’s position as an innovation hub in the region.”

Al Mannai added: “Establishing the MENA region’s first digital ecosystem integrating insurance and lifestyle services is a direct extension of our commitment to the Qatar National Vision 2030 and Qatar Central Bank’s Third Financial Sector Strategic Plan. This commitment continues to drive our ambition to redefine digital services and deliver seamless solutions built on efficiency and convenience.”

Insurance Asia is a Singapore-based magazine specializing in the insurance sector and is widely recognized for its comprehensive coverage of industry news and analysis, as well as exclusive interviews with key decision-makers. Its Insurance Asia Awards are among the continent’s most prestigious industry programs, celebrating companies that have achieved exceptional milestones and driven innovation, setting new benchmarks for excellence across Asia. Winners are selected by an independent judging panel of international experts in digital transformation, financial advisory, and auditing, ensuring transparency and objectivity.

For more information about QIC, please visit qic.online

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Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has announced the launch of its inaugural AI summer internship program for university students, introduced as part of the company’s commitment to nurturing national talent and equipping the next generation with advanced capabilities in one of the fastest-growing and most transformative tech disciplines.

Following a highly competitive selection process involving hundreds of applications, students were admitted to the program based on their academic achievements, the strength of their internship project proposals, and their performance in interviews with the admissions committee. Over the next eight weeks, the interns representing four universities will participate in intensive training sessions on agentic AI tools and vibe coding, led by expert mentors from across QIC’s business units. They will also have the opportunity to translate their ideas into functional solutions using these AI approaches.

Upon the program’s completion, high-potential projects will be evaluated and selected for user testing within QIC’s digital ecosystem. The most impactful solutions may be further developed and integrated into QIC’s platforms as live services, supporting the company’s strategy to expand its tech offerings across local and regional markets.

Commenting on the initiative, Mr. Salem Al Mannai, Group CEO of QIC, said: “We take pride in QIC’s position as a national leader in developing and delivering AI-driven solutions, and in our success in leveraging these technologies to establish the MENA’s first all-in-one digital ecosystem integrating insurance with everyday lifestyle services. One of the most critical needs in the regional AI landscape is the adoption of approaches tailored to the unique characteristics of our region and its markets, rather than simply following global trends. This will be a central focus throughout the program, as we leverage our expertise to empower a new generation of changemakers for the evolving digital services landscape.”

He added: “I wish all participating students a productive journey with us this summer, and I am confident that this program will serve as a formative launchpad for their professional careers, equipping them with the foundations to become future leaders who can strengthen Qatar’s position as a regional hub for AI innovation.”

As a first-of-its-kind initiative within the insurance sector  in the region, the program is a direct extension of QIC’s digital and AI strategy, which leverages artificial intelligence to enhance customer experience while driving operational efficiency. With AI adoption accelerating across the financial and broader business sectors, QIC has established dedicated internal research and development units focused on building proprietary AI solutions tailored to its operational needs and growth plans. As a result, QIC now delivers personalized customer experiences with significantly faster turnaround times. This shift to AI-powered processes has also accelerated the launch of new digital solutions within QIC’s ecosystem, which has become one of Qatar’s fastest-growing digital ecosystems in terms of both user base and service offerings.

For more information about QIC, visit qic.online

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As part of this update, QIC customers can now convert their loyalty Coins into Avios, the loyalty rewards currency of Qatar Airways Privilege Club, through QIC App. The converted points can be redeemed across a wide range of travel services, including flight bookings, travel class upgrades, and purchases at Qatar Duty Free, with access to a global network spanning more than 150 destinations with Qatar Airways and its partners.

Furthermore, customers can use their Coins to partially pay for their outbound travel insurance premiums. By combining Coins with other electronic payment options available on QIC App, travelers benefit from greater flexibility and choice in securing suitable coverage, bringing peace of mind while traveling abroad.

Commenting on these enhancements, Mr. Salem Al Mannai, Group CEO of QIC, said: “One of the main characteristics of our digital strategy over the past few years has been evolving from focusing exclusively on core insurance products to expanding into non-insurance digital services for everyday life. The enhancements that we are announcing today reflect this vision and our ongoing efforts to offer travelers a comprehensive set of services that help them travel better with our all-in-one digital ecosystem.”

To make travel smoother, QIC has launched the Hotels feature through QIC App, eliminating the need to navigate multiple platforms and providing a streamlined experience that combines ease of use with competitive rates. In partnership with leading service providers and top hospitality venues, the service offers a wide range of options and deals to suit every budget, all while maintaining high standards of service and hospitality.

Further expanding its digital travel offering, QIC has also launched the Calendar feature on its mobile application; an all-in-one gateway that lets visitors and residents of Qatar browse events taking place throughout the year. The feature makes it easy for travelers to plan a more exciting stay by exploring events taking place during their time in Doha, and selecting those of interest through a single interface.

To improve the experience of international visitors, QIC has partnered with Ooredoo to offer complimentary eSIMs to all travelers who purchase Mandatory Visitors’ Health Insurance through QIC’s digital platforms. Upon completing their purchase, customers receive a dedicated activation link that enables them to download and set up their eSIM before arriving in Qatar, ensuring seamless connectivity and easy communication with family and friends.

Al Mannai added: “QIC is committed to continuously redefining digital services at both local and regional levels. We look forward to further enhancing our platform with innovative offerings that elevate the user journey, empowering customers with greater control over their daily lives and delivering a truly digital experience defined by efficiency and convenience.”

It is worth noting that QIC provides a wide range of insurance packages covering global destinations. These include the “Worldwide Travel” package, which covers medical emergencies, flight delays, baggage and passport loss around the world, including the United States and Canada. For travelers heading to Schengen countries, QIC provides the “Fly Europe” package (Schengen Visa Travel Insurance), which includes medical coverage of up to USD 50,000, making it a compliant and widely accepted option for visa requirements.

International visitors traveling to Qatar are offered the fastest platform to obtain a mandatory health insurance policy in less than two minutes, with premiums starting from QAR 50, providing financial protection against emergency medical expenses during their stay.

For more information about QIC, visit qic.online. To download QIC App, visit app.qic.online

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Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has retained its position among Qatar’s strongest brands, once again securing a place in Brand Finance’s 2026 ranking of the Top 10 Most Valuable and Strongest Qatari Brands. QIC also remains the only insurer included in this prestigious ranking, further reinforcing its leadership position within the industry.

Brand Finance has upgraded QIC’s brand rating to AA- up from A- in the previous year’s report, reflecting the company’s sustained growth and strong performance over the past 12 months. The global brand valuation consultancy attributed this improvement to QIC’s strong underwriting performance, disciplined portfolio management, growth across its core regional and international markets, as well as its continued focus on digital innovation and ESG leadership.

Commenting on this achievement, Mr. Salem Al Mannai, Group CEO of QIC, said, “We are proud to be recognised once again among Qatar’s top 10 strongest and most valuable brands. This achievement underscores QIC’s pivotal role within the national economy and reflects our success in reinforcing our position as a national champion that combines growth and digital innovation with a transformative approach to ESG leadership.”

Al Mannai added, “Since its founding in 1964, QIC has built an enduring legacy of trust and credibility, establishing itself as one of the most deeply rooted and widely respected brands across all segments of society in Qatar, and among the most trusted entities across the broader region. Building on this legacy, QIC remains committed to being a model national company that places customers and their experiences at the centre of everything it does, while continuously investing in best-in-class digital services and innovative insurance solutions that enable our customers to live with greater confidence and peace of mind.”

Brand Finance rankings are published annually and highlight the strongest brands across regions and global markets. The rankings are based on a comprehensive analytical framework that assesses financial performance, sustainability, market impact, as well as stakeholder perceptions and customer behaviour toward brands.

Earlier this year, QIC was named “Insurer of the Year” in the region at the MENA II Awards. The company was also awarded “Motor Insurer of the Year” in the region, and “Insurer of the Year” in Qatar for the fifth consecutive year. In addition, QIC was recognised as “Digital Insurer of the Year in Qatar” and received the “Best Insurance App in Qatar” title at The Asset Triple A Digital Finance Awards.

For more information about QIC, please visit qic.online

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