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Qatar currency (Qatar's monetary system and economic status quo)
Qatar, a country located in the Middle East, is rich in oil and natural gas resources and one of the richest countries in the world. The monetary unit in Qatar is QAR, and 1 Qatar is equal to 100 dirhams.

The history of Qatar currency

Qatar's currency history can be traced back to the end of19th century, when Qatar's currency was Indian Rupee. It was not until 1959 that Qatar began to issue its own currency, the Qatar Rial.

Qatar currency issuer

The Central Bank of Qatar is the currency issuer and financial regulator in Qatar. The agency is responsible for Qatar's monetary policy and financial stability.

Circulation of Qatar currency

The Qatar Rial is the legal tender and the only currency in Qatar. Qatar Rial is widely circulated in Qatar and can also be traded in the international market.

Qatar's current economic situation

Qatar is a high-income country, and its economy mainly depends on oil and natural gas resources. Qatar's oil reserves are one of the largest in the world, and oil and gas exports account for most of Qatar's GDP.

The Qatari government has been actively promoting economic diversification and reducing its dependence on oil and gas by investing and developing other fields such as tourism, finance and education.

How to buy Qatar currency

If you plan to travel or do business in Qatar, you need to buy some Qatari riyals. Here are the steps to buy Qatari currency:

1. Buy Qatar Rial in your bank or foreign exchange. You can do this by phone or online transaction.

2. If you are in Qatar, you can exchange Qatari riyals at the local bank or currency exchange office.

In Qatar, you can pay by credit card or debit card, but please note that some businesses may not accept foreign credit cards or debit cards.