FAHES Vehicle Inspection Qatar: Appointment, Report Check, Locations & Fees

FAHES vehicle inspection in Qatar is the annual roadworthiness test your vehicle must pass before its Istimara can be renewed once it is past its exemption period. This guide follows the order you will actually need it in: check whether your vehicle is due, pick a station, book if that station requires it, prepare the car, attend, read the report, deal with a fail, and renew.

FAHES Vehicle Inspection Qatar at a Glance

Item	Current position
Operator	WOQOD Vehicles Inspection (FAHES), which FAHES describes as the only company licensed to inspect light vehicles, heavy vehicles and heavy equipment in Qatar
Purpose	Mandatory periodical technical inspection covering safety, legal compliance and exhaust emissions
Who needs it	Private cars every year once three years old; company owned light vehicles, heavy vehicles, trailers, taxis, rental cars and motorcycles every year from first registration
Appointment	Required only at Mesaimeer West, Wadi Al Banat and Al Wakra. The other permanent stations accept vehicles without a booking
Private car fee	QAR 150 at a permanent station, card payment only
Documents	Istimara, a clear copy of both sides, or an official Traffic Department document with the vehicle details
Result	PASS or FAIL, sent by SMS with a link to the full report
Report validity	30 days to complete the Traffic Department procedure
Reinspection window	30 days from the first paid main inspection. First reinspection free
Next step after a PASS	Renew insurance, then renew the Istimara in Metrash

What Is FAHES Vehicle Inspection in Qatar?

FAHES is the vehicle inspection arm of WOQOD (Qatar Fuel). It started in 2003 with one station in the Industrial Area and, according to its own figures, now runs 8 permanent stations with 48 inspection lanes and 5 mobile units, carrying out more than 4,600 inspections a day. FAHES states that it is the only inspection company authorised by the Traffic Department to carry out mandatory periodical vehicle inspections in Qatar.

The inspection checks the approved testable items on your vehicle against a minimum standard. It is not a service or a warranty check. A PASS confirms only that the vehicle met the minimum legal requirement on the day; FAHES says it is the driver's responsibility to keep it at that standard for the rest of the year.

The inspection matters because it gates your registration. Once your vehicle is due, Metrash will not let you renew your Istimara online until a valid FAHES PASS is on record.

Who Needs a FAHES Inspection?

FAHES publishes the frequency rules on its Inspection Tips page, keyed to the vehicle's age from the registered date on the Istimara:

Vehicle type	Inspection frequency
Private passenger car	Every year after the car is three years old
Private transport under 3,000 kg, individual owner	Every year after three years old
Private transport under 3,000 kg, company owned	Every year from first registration
Private transport or trailers over 3,000 kg	Every year from first registration
Taxis, rental cars and motorcycles	Every year from first registration

Inspection falls due at the same time as registration renewal, so the renewal date on your Istimara is the date to watch. Imported vehicles and vehicles being re-registered also go through FAHES, and FAHES asks owners of imported vehicles to bring their customs and import papers.

Do new cars need FAHES inspection?

Not in the first three years, if the car is a privately owned passenger car. FAHES's FAQ puts it as inspection being due "every year after the car is 3 years old and at the same time it is due for registration renewal".

How to Book a FAHES Appointment in Qatar

You only need a booking for Mesaimeer West, Wadi Al Banat and Al Wakra. FAHES's station page states that these three stations accept only vehicles with a confirmed booking. FAHES's booking announcement names the WOQOD mobile app as the way to book them.

The WOQOD app is free on Google Play and the App Store. FAHES's own FAQ describes the flow like this:

1. Open the WOQOD app and sign in or create an account.
2. Tap the FAHES icon. The FAHES page lists options including Request new FAHES Inspection and FAHES Station.
3. Enter your Qatar ID number, mobile number, car plate number, plate type and email address, then submit.
4. Confirm the mobile number that should receive the inspection report.
5. Accept the terms and pay by card. A receipt goes to your email and an SMS confirms the registration.
6. If you are going to Mesaimeer West, Wadi Al Banat or Al Wakra, choose the station and an available date and time slot.
7. Arrive with your Istimara or a copy of it.

App menus change between versions, so treat the labels above as a guide rather than exact wording. If you prepay in the app for a walk-in station, FAHES's SMS tells you to go to any station of your choice.

Can I go to FAHES without an appointment?

Yes, at Al Mazrouah, Industrial Area, Al Wukair, Al Egda, Shahaniya and the Madinat Al Shamal mobile station. You register and pay at the station's registration booth. Without a booking, expect to queue at busy times.

Which FAHES Stations Require an Appointment?

Station	Area	Booking required?	Vehicles inspected	Days and inspection hours
Mesaimeer West	Abu Hamour	Yes	Light vehicles and motorcycles	Sun to Thu, 6:00am to 8:30pm
Wadi Al Banat	Duhail	Yes	Light vehicles and motorcycles	Sun to Thu, 6:00am to 8:30pm
Al Wakra	Al Wakrah	Yes	Light vehicles and motorcycles	Sun to Thu, 6:00am to 5:45pm
Al Mazrouah	Umm Salal	No	All vehicle categories	Sat to Thu, 6:00am to 5:45pm
Industrial Area	Industrial Area	No	All vehicle categories	Sun to Thu, 6:00am to 5:45pm
Al Egda	Al Khor	No	All vehicle categories	Sun to Thu, 6:00am to 5:45pm
Al Wukair	Al Wukair	No	Light vehicles, LCVs and motorcycles	Sun to Thu, 6:00am to 5:45pm
Shahaniya	Ash-Shahaniya	No	Light vehicles, LCVs and motorcycles	Sun to Thu, 6:00am to 5:45pm
Madinat Al Shamal (mobile)	Al Shamal	No	All vehicle categories	Wed and Thu only, 7:00am to 1:45pm

Heavy vehicles cannot use the three booking only stations, because they inspect light vehicles and motorcycles only. Take heavy vehicles, trailers and equipment to Al Mazrouah, Industrial Area or Al Egda, or to the Madinat Al Shamal mobile unit on its two days.

FAHES Locations and Working Hours in Qatar

The details below come from FAHES's Stations, Timings and Services Offered page. Phone numbers are the station numbers FAHES lists.

Station	Address	Phone	Other services on site
Al Mazrouah (Umm Salal)	Building 23, Zone 71, Street 479	4021 8800	External inspection bookings (6:00am to 2:00pm), on-site mobile inspection bookings, water tanker and tank capacity certificates, VIN stamping and marking, static weighing scale, number plates (6:00am to noon), insurance, traffic services
Industrial Area	Building 142, Zone 57, Street 125	4021 7777	Water tanker and tank capacity certificates, insurance, traffic services
Mesaimeer West (Abu Hamour)	Building 20, Zone 56, Street 50, opposite the Medical Commission	4021 8740	Insurance, traffic services
Wadi Al Banat (Duhail)	Building 16, Zone 69, Street 837	4021 8700	Insurance, traffic services
Al Wakra	Building 10, Zone 90, Street 820	4021 8777	Insurance, traffic services
Al Wukair	Building 855, Zone 91, Street 950	4021 8762	Number plates (6:00am to noon), insurance, traffic services
Al Egda (Al Khor)	Building 22, Zone 74, Street 215	4021 8784	Water tanker and tank capacity certificates, number plates (6:00am to noon), insurance, traffic services
Shahaniya	Zone 80, Street 373, behind the WOQOD fuel station	4021 8900	Insurance, traffic services
Madinat Al Shamal (mobile)	Next to the WOQOD petrol station	4021 7777	Water tanker and tank capacity certificates. No insurance or traffic counters

Mesaimeer West and Wadi Al Banat stay open the longest, until 8:30pm, but both are booking only. For a walk-in visit, every permanent station closes at 5:45pm, and Al Mazrouah is the only one open on Saturdays. No station lists Friday hours.

FAHES Inspection Fees in Qatar

A private passenger car costs QAR 150 to inspect at a FAHES permanent station. FAHES accepts bank and credit cards only, with no cash. These are the fees on FAHES's permanent station fee page:

Vehicle category	Inspection fee	Notes
Private passenger car	QAR 150	Most private cars
Light vehicle under 3,000 kg	QAR 160	Taxi, private and public transport
Heavy vehicle over 3,000 kg	QAR 250	Private and public transport
Motorcycle	QAR 100
Trailer or semi-trailer	QAR 300
Heavy equipment	QAR 300	For road use and not for road use
Drinking water tanker	QAR 500	Every re-inspection costs QAR 250
Tank capacity certificate	QAR 300
Haj bus	QAR 550
VIN stamping (heavy vehicle trailer)	QAR 400	Al Mazrouah
VIN marking (heavy vehicle trailer)	QAR 250	Al Mazrouah

FAHES's mobile station fee page lists the same rates for its mobile station at a public place. Two services cost more:

• On-demand mobile inspection at private or company premises: roughly double, for example QAR 250 for a private car and QAR 500 for a heavy vehicle. FAHES's service page sets a minimum fleet of 20 vehicles and a minimum invoice of QAR 10,000, and the fee page describes a QAR 10,000 per day advance payment. Book through the External Inspection counter at Al Mazrouah or the coordinator on 4021 8825.
• External inspection of heavy equipment at the customer's site: QAR 500 per item, carried out within 3 working days of payment. See FAHES's External Inspection page.

The inspection fee is separate from your insurance premium, the Istimara renewal fee and any traffic fines. Budget for all of them when your renewal is due.

Documents Required for FAHES Inspection

FAHES accepts any one of the following to register the vehicle:

• The vehicle registration card (Istimara).
• A good, clear photocopy of both sides of the correct Istimara.
• An official Traffic Department document showing the vehicle details.

Bring these as well where they apply:

• Imported or unregistered vehicles: customs papers, import papers and the under-test plate validity receipt.
• Advertising, aftermarket graphics, stickers or strips: written approval from Doha Municipality, which FAHES requires for the legal inspection.
• Modifications, extra tint, colour changes or extra lights: the Traffic Department approval for the change.
• A mobile phone that can receive the SMS report, and a bank or credit card for payment.

If you have lost your Istimara, a clear copy of both sides or a Traffic Department document is enough.

How Does the FAHES Inspection Work?

FAHES's Customer Guide sets out five stages:

1. Before you arrive. Prepare the vehicle, book a slot if you are using Mesaimeer West, Wadi Al Banat or Al Wakra, and bring the Istimara. You can pay online in advance or at the station.
2. Registration booth. Stop beside the booth, hand over the Istimara, give a mobile number for the result, pay if you have not prepaid, and collect your receipts and documents.
3. Inspection lane. Drive slowly into the lane, stop at the entrance and follow the inspector's instructions until the inspection is complete.
4. Result. An SMS arrives with the result and a link to the full report. In exceptional cases FAHES prints the report instead.
5. Renewal. After a PASS, renew the insurance (online or at an insurance counter at the station), renew the Istimara in Metrash, and print the card at a FAHES traffic counter if you want it the same day.

If you booked a slot, the booking confirmation asks you to arrive 15 minutes before your time. Dress respectfully in line with Qatari culture; FAHES asks for this at its centres.

How long does a FAHES inspection take?

FAHES says the technical inspection takes about 10 minutes for a car in good condition. That is the lane time only. Queueing and registration add to it, and FAHES does not publish waiting times.

What Does FAHES Check?

FAHES inspects safety, legal and environmental items. Its preparation guidance groups them roughly as follows:

Area	What FAHES looks at
Identity and legal	Readable number plates, VIN and chassis plates (tampering is not allowed), approvals for modifications, tint, colour changes and advertising
Body and structure	Excessive damage to bodywork, paint, chassis, bumpers, doors, door handles and bonnet
Lights and electrics	All lights and switches working, headlights aimed so they do not dazzle on dip beam, horn, safely mounted battery and insulated wiring
Visibility	Glass free of excessive damage, working front wipers, working mirrors
Tyres and wheels	Safe, matching size and construction without excessive wear or damage, with all nuts and studs present. A spare tyre is not checked, but must be secure if fitted
Brakes	All brakes safe and meeting minimum legal efficiency. FAHES says ABS functions are not checked
Steering and suspension	Steering wheel, shock absorbers, suspension, drive shafts and accelerator in safe working condition
Under chassis	Checked for unsafe or dangerous defects, so the underside should be reasonably clean and not sprayed with oil
Leaks and fuel	No excessive or continuous oil leaks from engine or transmission, a sealed fuel cap and a leak-free fuel system
Emissions and exhaust	CO and HC emissions within the legal limit, and a sound exhaust and silencer
Interior safety	Front seat belts, seats and airbag (SRS) systems. Tampering with airbags is not allowed

Heavy and commercial vehicles have extra requirements, including a working reverse horn over 3,000 kg, side under-run protection with ECE R104 reflective tape, rear reflectors, mud guards and a fire extinguisher. FAHES does not publish the exact pass limits for emissions or braking, so we do not repeat figures from unofficial sources here.

How to Check Your FAHES Inspection Report Online

The quickest way is the link in the SMS FAHES sends after the inspection. It opens a printable report in Arabic or English. You can also look the report up on the FAHES website.

The form currently asks for:

1. Plate Type, chosen from the list (for example, private).
2. Plate Number, digits only.
3. Registration Type: QID for an individually owned vehicle or CR Number for a company vehicle.
4. The QID or CR number of the registered owner.
5. Press the search button to open the report.

When we checked the current site, the plate type list filled in only for visitors signed in to a FAHES/WOQOD account. If the list is empty, sign in first or use the SMS link. Earlier versions of the checker asked visitors to type a captcha; the current version runs its security check in the background. Use the registered owner's details, not the driver's. If you get an error, check that the plate type matches the Istimara.

How to Read Your FAHES Report

The current online report shows these fields:

Field	What it tells you
Result: Passed or Failed	The overall outcome. A pass needs both the legal and the technical inspection to be clear
Inspected On	The date and time of the inspection. Your 30 day clock runs from the first paid main inspection
Plate and Plate Type	Which registration the report belongs to
QID	The owner ID the inspection was registered under
Chassis	The vehicle's chassis number (VIN). It should match your Istimara
Mileage	The odometer reading recorded at inspection
Technical Evaluation	The outcome of the mechanical and safety checks
Legal Requirements	Legal or document defects, such as unapproved modifications, missing approvals or unreadable plates, each with a general description and a detail line
Visual / Technical Faults	Physical defects found in the lane, each with a general description and a detail line
Severity	Shown against each defect as Minor or Major
This inspection report is valid till	The deadline for using the report, either for renewal or for a reinspection

Emissions and brake results appear as faults when something fails; we did not see separate emissions or brake test sections on the current web report. Inspectors may also mark defective parts under the chassis with yellow paint so your mechanic can find them. Tell the lane staff before the inspection starts if you do not want this.

What Happens If Your Vehicle Passes FAHES?

FAHES updates your PASS on the MOI system, and you have 30 days to renew the registration. The order matters:

1. Renew your vehicle insurance. Do it online or at an insurance counter at any permanent FAHES station. FAHES notes it can take 20 to 30 minutes for a renewed policy to appear on the MOI system.
2. Renew the Istimara in Metrash and pay the registration fee.
3. Collect the card at a traffic counter in a FAHES station, or choose Qatar Post delivery in Metrash.

Our step-by-step guide to Istimara renewal in Qatar through Metrash covers the renewal screens, fees and what to do if the registration has already expired.

Unpaid fines can also hold up a renewal. Before you open Metrash, check outstanding traffic violations on the vehicle and clear anything that blocks the transaction.

What Happens If Your Vehicle Fails FAHES?

You repair the listed defects and bring the vehicle back within 30 days of the first paid inspection. The first reinspection is free. Here is how the cycle works under FAHES's published rules.

1. Read the defects carefully

The SMS and online report list every defect, with Minor or Major severity. Fix all of them, not only the major ones. FAHES recommends an accurate diagnosis by trained technicians and repairs using original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts and procedures.

2. Think before driving it

FAHES strongly recommends that you do not drive a vehicle with a major safety, legal or environmental defect. It warns that doing so knowingly could be dangerous or illegal, and may invalidate your insurance.

3. Return inside the 30 day cycle

FAHES's fees rule sets out what each visit costs:

Visit within 30 days of the first paid inspection	Cost
Main inspection	Full fee, for example QAR 150 for a private car
1st reinspection	Free
2nd reinspection	Full main inspection fee
3rd reinspection	Free
4th reinspection	Full fee, and the paid then free pattern continues

Drinking water tankers are the exception: every re-inspection costs QAR 250.

4. What gets rechecked

A reinspection is not limited to the item you repaired. FAHES may re-inspect anything affected by the repair or by driving since the last visit. A brake defect means a full brake test, an emissions defect means a full emissions check, and a tyre defect means all tyres and wheels are checked again. Do not cover repaired areas with under-sealant.

5. If the 30 days run out

If the vehicle has not passed within 30 days of the first main inspection, FAHES ignores all previous reports and repairs. The next visit is a fresh paid main inspection that checks every item again, and a new 30 day cycle begins.

If the inspector stops before finishing, that is an abandoned inspection. FAHES does this for safety when, for example, there is a fuel leak, a fire risk, dangerous overheating or a tyre close to failure. The vehicle needs repairing before it can be inspected.

Common Reasons Cars Fail FAHES Inspection

FAHES does not publish failure statistics. Its preparation guidance and FAQs point to these as the items that cause failures:

• Unapproved modifications: changed exhausts, suspension, power output, extra LED lights or steering wheels without Traffic Department approval.
• Window tint added without approval.
• Advertising, stickers or graphics without Doha Municipality's written approval.
• Excessive body or paint damage, which fails the legal inspection, as does a colour change without approval.
• Tyres that are worn, damaged or mismatched in size or construction.
• Lights that do not work, or headlights aimed too high.
• Brakes below the minimum efficiency.
• Oil leaks from the engine or transmission, or an oil-sprayed underside.
• Exhaust emissions over the CO and HC limits.
• Unreadable or damaged number plates.

If the damage comes from a crash, keep the repair paperwork and the Traffic Department report together. That report is separate from FAHES; see how to check a car accident report in Qatar.

FAHES Inspection Checklist Before You Go

From FAHES's official guidance:

• Istimara, a clear copy of both sides, or a Traffic Department document.
• A confirmed booking if you are going to Mesaimeer West, Wadi Al Banat or Al Wakra.
• A bank or credit card. Cash is not accepted.
• Doha Municipality approval for any advertising or stickers, and Traffic Department approval for modifications or tint.
• Customs and import papers for an imported vehicle.
• All lights, indicators, horn, wipers and mirrors working.
• Tyres in good condition and matching, with all wheel nuts present.
• No oil leaks, and an underside that is reasonably clean and not sprayed with oil.
• Number plates readable and secure.
• Front seat belts working and accessible.

Sensible extra preparation (our advice, not FAHES rules):

• Have the car serviced a week or two before inspection, so a mechanic can spot worn brakes or leaks.
• Look at dashboard warning lights, and get any engine or brake warning diagnosed first.
• Clean the car inside and out, and clear the boot of loose items.
• Arrive with the engine warm. A cold, poorly maintained engine is more likely to show high emissions.
• Check that the plate number and owner details on your Istimara match what you will enter.

Best Time to Visit FAHES

FAHES recommends 12:00 to 15:00, mid-week, in the middle of the month. It names 08:00 to 12:00 at the beginning and end of the month as the busiest period. This is FAHES's general guidance, not a promise about queues on a particular day. The days around public holidays and the end of Ramadan tend to be busy as well.

FAHES and Istimara Renewal

FAHES inspects the vehicle and the Traffic Department renews its registration. FAHES's result reaches the MOI system, which is why Metrash can check it. Inspection, insurance, renewal fee and fines are four separate items. The renewal goes through only when all four are in order. New drivers buying a first car can read our Qatar driving licence guide for the licence side.

FAHES Contact Details

Channel	Details
Call centre	4021 7777
Toll free	800 3835 (800 FUEL)
FAHES head office	4021 8800
WhatsApp	+974 4021 7777
Email	customerservice@woqod.com.qa
External and on-site mobile inspection coordinator	4021 8825
Head office address	WOQOD Tower, Building 15, Zone 61, Street 814

Station phone numbers are in the locations table above. All of these come from FAHES's Contact Us page.

Final Summary

FAHES vehicle inspection in Qatar comes down to a short sequence. Check the renewal date on your Istimara. Book in the WOQOD app only if you are using Mesaimeer West, Wadi Al Banat or Al Wakra; otherwise go straight to another station. Pay QAR 150 by card for a private car, read the SMS report, and renew insurance and registration within 30 days of a PASS. After a FAIL, repair everything listed and return within 30 days: the first reinspection is free, and the paid then free pattern applies after that.

Last reviewed

4 October 2026.

Editorial review note

We checked every fee, station address, timetable, booking rule, reinspection rule and report field on this page against FAHES's own website (fahes.com.qa) on 4 October 2026. That covered its station directory, fee pages, Customer Guide, Inspection Tips, Prepare Your Vehicle, Re-Inspection, FAQs and the current Online Inspection Report form. Where FAHES's pages contradict one another or leave a question open, we say so in the text rather than choosing an answer. Our advice is labelled separately from FAHES's requirements. QatarVia did not visit a station for this guide.

Correction and update policy

FAHES changes hours and procedures, especially around Ramadan, Eid and national occasions. If you find anything on this page that no longer matches FAHES, please contact QatarVia. We check reported errors against the official source and update the page and its review date when a correction is confirmed.

Independent website disclaimer

QatarVia is an independent information website. We are not FAHES, WOQOD, the Ministry of Interior or the General Directorate of Traffic, and we cannot book inspections, take payments or change inspection results. Always confirm fees and hours with FAHES before you travel or pay.