January 3 – Drinking alcohol at the World Cup in 2022 is already a highly sensitive subject and now Qatar are set to introduce a 100% tax on all alcohol sales. The so-called “sin tax” comes after the Gulf state pledged to introduce a levy on all “health-damaging” goods. The policy was revealed when the Qatar Distribution Company, the country’s only alcohol store, released a 30-page list with updated and more expensive prices for beers, wine and spirits. A government spokesperson later told AFP “it is true” when asked about the new levy which will mean a six-pack of beer will now set local drinkers, expats and football fans back more than £20. It is legal for non-Qataris to buy alcohol in the country with a permit, and also to drink in licensed bars, clubs and hotels. Tournament organisers have promised that alcohol will be available in 2022 but only in designated areas and not in public spaces. Contact the writer of this story at moc.l1586845491labto1586845491ofdlr1586845491owedi1586845491sni@w1586845491ahsra1586845491w.wer1586845491dna1586845491
Qatar is introducing a 100 % tax on alcohol sales in time for the 2022 World Cup . The Middle Eastern state has vowed to place a levy – dubbed the " sin tax " – on any health - related substances . During the tournament , foreign nationals will have a choice of licensed bars , clubs and hotels in which to compete . Outside these , football fans will only be able to buy alcohol from the country 's sole liquor store , the Qatar Distribution Company , when in need of a licence ; even then a pack of six beers will cost over £ 20 ( $ 26 ) .