Voluntary treatment in Qatar and the role of Naufar
A clear answer from the Restart team — reviewed November 2026.
Qatar's Ministry of Interior has stated that no criminal case is filed against a drug user who comes forward voluntarily for treatment, and the Public Prosecution signed a cooperation protocol with Naufar in 2021. Naufar is the national specialised addiction treatment centre, operating as a voluntary, self-admission facility committed to confidentiality.
- Coming forward early is always better
- Confidentiality is the patient's right
- Check with the official authority
What does this mean for the family?
That seeking treatment is a protective step, not a scandal. Delay is the greater risk — medically and legally.
Note
General information only, not legal advice. Laws change — check with the official authority or a licensed lawyer before acting.
Sources checked (November 2026)
https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/17/10/2021/No-criminal-case-against-NDDPS-users-who-turn-themselves-in-for-treatment-MoI · https://www.zawya.com/en/press-release/companies-news/meeza-and-naufar-renew-strategic-partnership-with-a-focus-on-artificial-intelligence-to-transform-healthcare-services-in-qatar-rtykqb0f
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