Qatar Development Bank (QDB) has launched “Tamkeen” (National Funding Gate), a new digital marketplace designed to streamline access to financing for businesses. This platform connects entrepreneurs directly with Qatar’s leading financial institutions through a single, unified application, simplifying the path to funding for companies of all sizes.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Digital Financing Marketplace
- For: Startups, SMEs, and Large Enterprises in Qatar
- Key Benefits: One-stop application, instant bank matching, tailored offers
- Partners: QNB, Al Rayyan Bank, Doha Bank, CBQ, and others
- Location: Qatar (Digital Platform)
Platform Overview
The National Funding Gate “Tamkeen” is Qatar’s first digital financing platform, creating a fully integrated ecosystem to provide businesses with easier access to finance. Acting as a one-stop marketplace, it eliminates complexity by allowing companies to submit a single application to reach multiple partner financial institutions. The platform is designed to be safe, seamless, and smart, ensuring that startups and enterprises can find the right financial partners efficiently.
Key Benefits
- Instant Matching: The platform connects users with partner financial institutions that specifically fit their profile and financing needs.
- Seamless Application: Applicants submit one financing request to reach all partner institutions, saving time and reducing effort.
- Tailored Offers: Businesses can receive and compare financing offers that are customized to their specific requirements.
- Transparency: Users can track every step of their application with real-time updates and status alerts.
Eligibility Criteria
The platform is designed to serve a wide range of business types, including Startups, SMEs, and Large Enterprises. While requirements may vary by business type, the general documentation required includes:
- Valid Qatar ID
- Valid Commercial Registration (CR) in Qatar
- Audited financial statements for the last 2 years
- Bank statements for the last 12 months
Partner Institutions
“Tamkeen” is powered by Qatar Development Bank and operates in collaboration with major national financial institutions to ensure diverse funding options. Partners include:
- QNB
- Al Rayyan Bank
- Doha Bank
- QIIB
- CBQ
- QIB
- Ahli Bank
- Dukhan Bank
How to Apply
Businesses can begin their financing journey immediately by registering on the portal. The process involves registering the company, stating financing needs, and reviewing offers from partner banks upon approval.
- Apply Here: National Funding Gate “Tamkeen”
About Qatar Development Bank
Qatar Development Bank (QDB) was established in 1997 as a developmental organization dedicated to empowering Qatari entrepreneurs and growing the private sector. QDB plays a pivotal role in Qatar’s National Vision 2030 by stimulating economic diversification and providing access to capital, incubation, and global markets for local SMEs.
Learn More: Qatar Development Bank
