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.
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