Doha, September 8 (QNA) - HE Minister of Commerce and Industry Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al-Thani has issued decision No. (22) of 2025, exempting certain categories from fees for issuing or replacing lost or damaged ration (Tamween) cards, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI) announced.

The decision will enter into force the day following its publication in the Official Gazette.

In a statement Monday, the MOCI affirmed that this decision comes within the framework of its commitment to alleviating the financial burdens on eligible categories and supporting them by exempting them from fees for certain services.

The decision includes people with disabilities, social security beneficiaries, the elderly (60 years and above), and retirees.

Under the decision, these categories are exempt from fees related to issuing a new ration (Tamween) card and issuing a replacement ration card for a lost or damaged one.

MOCI affirmed that this decision reflects its commitment to providing support to eligible groups and its commitment to improving the quality of food supply services.

It urged beneficiaries to take advantage of the incentives provided when applying for a food ration (Tamween) card or a replacement for a lost or damaged one. (QNA)