World Cup Qatar 2022
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It’s finally here! The World Cup Qatar 2022 and we’ve got dates and schedule for the Qatar tournament as well as all the travel tips you need to enjoy it to the fullest.
Here’s a guide to the world cup Qatar 2022 and getting around
The 2022 World Cup will be the 21st FIFA World Cup, a quadrennial international soccer tournament contested by the men's national teams of the member associations of FIFA.
It is scheduled to take place in Qatar from 20 November to 18 December 2022.
Host City
Doha is the capital city of Qatar and hosts the 2022 World Cup. Doha is located on the Arabian Gulf, which stretches between the Persian Gulf and the Red Sea. It has a population of 1.7 million people, making it one of the largest cities in Qatar.
World Cup 2022: Dates, draw, schedule, kick-off times, final for Qatar tournament
The 2022 World Cup will be held in November and December. This is the first time that the month of December has been used as a time frame for the World Cup, but it's not much of a surprise considering Qatar's hot climate during that time of year. The games will be played at night in order to avoid temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius (104 F).
The World Cup 2022 will be the first ever to be held in the Middle East and only the third ever to take place outside Europe or South America (South Africa 2010 was also held on another continent).
32 teams to compete in eight groups; England face Iran on the second day of the tournament while Wales face USA; Wales vs England on November 29
World Cup 2022 Group Stage Matches Schedule
Where to watch World Cup 2022 matches
|Day/Date | Team | Team | Venue/Stadium |Time |Ch | |---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ---------- | --- |----| |Sun - 20-11-22| Qatar | Ecuador | Al Bayt | 16:00 |BBC | |---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ----- |----| |Mon - 21-11-22| England | Iran | Khalifa Int. | 13:00 | BBC| |Mon - 21-11-22| Senegal | Netherlands | Al Thumana | 16:00 | ITV| |Mon - 21-11-22| USA | Wales | Ahmad Bin Ali | 19:00 | ITV| |---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ------|----| |Tue - 22-11-22| Argentina | Saudi Arabia| Lusail | 10:00 | ITV| |Tue - 22-11-22| Denmark | Tunisia | Education City| 13:00 | ITV| |Tue - 22-11-22| Mexico | Poland | Stadium 974 | 16:00 | BBC| |Tue - 22-11-22| France | Australia | Al Janoub | 19:00 | BBC| |---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ------|----| |Wed - 23-11-22| Morocco | Croation | Al Bayt | 10:00 | ITV| |Wed - 23-11-22| Germany | Japan | Khalifa Int. | 13:00 | ITV| |Wed - 23-11-22| Spain | Costa Rica | Al Thumana | 16:00 | ITV| |Wed - 23-11-22| Belgium | Canada | Ahmad Bin Ali | 19:00 | BBC| |---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ------|----| |Thu - 24-11-22| Switzerland| Cameroon | Al Janoub | 10:00 | ITV| |Thu - 24-11-22| Uruguay | South Korea | Education City| 13:00 | BBC| |Thu - 24-11-22| Portugal | Ghana | Stadium 974 | 16:00 | ITV| |Thu - 24-11-22| Brazil | Serbia | Lusail | 19:00 | BBC| |---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ------|----| |Fri - 25-11-22| Wales | Iran | Ahmad Bin Ali | 10:00 | BBC| |Fri - 25-11-22| Qatar | Senegal | Al Thumana | 13:00 | BBC| |Fri - 25-11-22| Netherlands| Ecuador | Khalifa Int. | 16:00 | ITV| |Fri - 25-11-22| England | USA | Al Bayt | 19:00 | ITV| |---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ------|----| |Sat - 26-11-22| Tunisia | Australia | Al Janoub | 10:00 | BBC| |Sat - 26-11-22| Poland | Saudi Arabia| Education City| 13:00 | ITV| |Sat - 26-11-22| France | Denmark | Stadium 974 | 16:00 | ITV| |Sat - 26-11-22| Argentina | Mexico | Lusail | 19:00 | ITV| |---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ------|----| |Sun - 27-11-22| Japan | Costa Rica | Ahmad Bin Ali | 10:00 | ITV| |Sun - 27-11-22| Belgium | Morocco | Al Thumana | 13:00 | BBC| |Sun - 27-11-22| Croatia | Canada | Khalifa Int. | 16:00 | BBC| |Sun - 27-11-22| Spain | Germany | Al Bayt | 19:00 | BBC| |---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ------|----| |Mon - 28-11-22| Cameroon | Serbia | Al Janoub | 10:00 | ITV| |Mon - 28-11-22| South Korea| Ghana | Education City| 13:00 | BBC| |Mon - 28-11-22| Brazil | Switzerland | Stadium 974 | 16:00 | ITV| |Mon - 28-11-22| Portugal | Uruguay | Lusail | 19:00 | ITV| |---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ------|----| |Tue - 29-11-22| Ecuador | Senegal | Khalifa Int. | 15:00 | ITV| |Tue - 29-11-22| Netherlands| Qatar | Al Bayt | 15:00 | ITV| |Tue - 29-11-22| Iran | USA | Al Thumana | 19:00 | BBC| |Tue - 29-11-22| Wales | England | Ahmad Bin Ali | 19:00 | BBC| |---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ------|----| |Wed - 30-11-22| Tunisia | France | Education City| 15:00 | BBC| |Wed - 30-11-22| Australia | Denmark | Al Janoub | 15:00 | BBC| |Wed - 30-11-22| Poland | Argentina | Stadium 974 | 19:00 | BBC| |Wed - 30-11-22| Mexico | Saudi Arabia| Lusail | 19:00 | BBC| |---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ------|----| |Thu - 01-12-22| Canada | Morocco | Ahmad Bin Ali | 16:00 | BBC| |Thu - 01-12-22| Croatia | Belgium | Al Thumana | 16:00 | BBC| |Thu - 01-12-22| Japan | Spain | Khalifa Int. | 19:00 | ITV| |Thu - 01-12-22| Costa Rica | Germany | Al Bayt | 19:00 | ITV| |---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ---------- | ------|----| |Fri - 02-12-22| Ghana | Uruguay | Education City| 16:00 | BBC| |Fri - 02-12-22| South Korea| Portugal | Al Janoub | 16:00 | BBC| |Fri - 02-12-22| Serbia | Switzerland | Stadium 974 | 19:00 | ITV| |Fri - 02-12-22| Cameroon | Brazil | Lusail | 19:00 | ITV|
Venues
- Lusail Stadium
- Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium
- Al Bayt Stadium
- Al Janoub Stadium
- Al Thumana Stadium
- Education City Stadium
- Khalifa International Stadium
- Stadium 974
Costs
You've probably heard that Qatar is an expensive place to visit. And it's true; the cost of living in Qatar is high.
Accommodation, food and entertainment are all more expensive than what you would find back home. However, it's possible to cut costs by staying in hostels rather than hotels and buying groceries from local markets instead of restaurants or shops (though this may not be feasible if you have a food allergy or intolerance).
Traveling to Qatar also comes with its own set of challenges: converting currencies can be time-consuming and costly.
Currency Conversion
Here are some tips for currency conversion and more.
Qatar's official currency is the Qatari Rial, abbreviated as QR. QAR stands for Qatari Riyal (plural: Riyals). The rial was introduced in 1983 as a replacement for the Indian rupee, following Qatar's independence from Britain. It has since been pegged to a basket of currencies known as the Special Drawing Rights (SDRs), which are issued by the International Monetary Fund.
If you're traveling to Qatar, it's important to know how much your local currency is worth in QAR (Qatari Riyal). You can click here to find out exactly how much your currency is worth in QAR today.
You might also want to know what happens when you exchange your money into QAR at the airport or at a local ATM machine. XOZ Doha Hamad Airport ATM withdrawals and credit card charges will likely incur a 1.5-5.0% conversion factor plus possible other charges such as ATM withdrawal fees. These conversion fees are usually hidden in the transaction, but any ATM withdrawal fees are usually presented with a message for acceptance.
Some ATM and cash machines at airports and train stations may limit the amount withdrawn on your account. This is to require you to make two or more withdrawals to obtain the cash you need and each withdrawal will have a transaction fee.
We recommend either visiting a few ATM's to see if they all have the same limits and if so, get what you need in one transaction and then use another ATM in town that will likely not be restricted.
Be aware that some ATMs do not give a choice on which account that money will be pulled from. We recommend contacting your bank before travel to see which is your 'default' account.
Some ATMs also present accounts as different names as what you are used to: 'chequing', 'checking', and 'current' are regularly interchanged.
Some XOZ Doha Hamad Airport bureau de change offices will have variable conversion factors and commission fees. Although many offices will post their current rates on boards, be aware that there may be a transaction fees on currency conversions and these fees are rarely posted on the boards. Avoid these types of charges by clicking here
We offer currency exchange services, and the above are estimates on what typical exchange rates might be at the Doha Hamad Airport. Currency Solutions does not guarantee that all currencies may be exchanged at the Doha Hamad Airport.
If all this sounds complicated and confusing, don't worry! Our team has been working hard to make sure that our website is easy to use when converting currencies.
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Transport - Getting around
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Airports
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Public Transport
Metro
The metro system has three lines (Gold, Green and Red) covering 37 stations Trains run every 3 minutes and staff are available at every station to assist you during your journey
Use your Hayya Card and enjoy free travel from 10 November 2022 to 23 December 2022
Non-ticketholders can buy a travel card at stations and then save time by topping up online or on the Qatar Rail app (iOS and Android) Change lines at Al Bidda (Red and Green) stations and Msheireb (Red, Green and Gold)
All stations have elevators and all train carriages provide space for wheelchair users and pushchairs, as well as guide dog allowances. Check the Qatar Rail website before you travel
Free metrolink buses run useful routes within 2 - 5km of stations Some stations will have dedicated car parks to reduce traffic during tournament time
Fans can enjoy longer running services during the tournament from 11 November 2022 to 20 December 2022
Tournament-time operating hours:
- Saturday to Thursday: 6 AM - 3 AM
- Friday: 9 AM - 3 AM
Tram
There are three tram systems:
Lusail Tram connects to the metro via Legtaifiya Station (Red Line). The Lusail Tram will run extended services throughout the tournament from 17 November to 20
December: Saturday to Thursday: 6 AM – 3 AM Friday: 9 AM – 3 AM
Education City Tram operates as a Park & Ride for matches hosted by Education City Stadium
Msheireb Tram connects Msheireb Metro Station to landmark locations within Msheireb Downtown Doha
Public Buses
Karwa buses operate an extensive network across the central and greater Doha area Use your Hayya Card and enjoy free travel from 10 November 2022 to 23 December 2022
Non-ticketholders can buy a smart card from vending machines at Doha Bus Station, Hamad International Airport, some supermarkets or bus drivers upon boarding Keep track of timetables, routes and your smart card balance on the Karwa Bus app (iOS and Android)
Timetables and routes are also available on the Mowasalat website
Buses provide ramps and space for wheelchair users and pushchairs, as well as guide dog allowances
Taxi, Uber, Careem
Easily recognised by their turquoise-coloured vehicles, Karwa taxis are metered and operate 24/7
You can pay by cash, bank card or mobile payment
Karwa taxis can be ordered or pre-booked via the Hayya to Qatar 2022 app, the Karwa Taxi app (available on iOS and Android), by phoning (+974) 800 8294 toll-free or hailed from the street
Karwa taxis can accommodate people with disabilities and/ or limited mobility. To book, call Mowasalat directly on (+974) 4458 8888, providing as much advance notice as possible
More information on getting around can be found here:
Transportation websites
Mowasalat (Karwa) provides a frequent, reliable bus service throughout Doha and to all major communities in Qatar
Get all the info you need to use Qatar’s state-of-the art automated rail network, running mostly underground and across the city of Doha.
Find out more about Karwa Taxis and how to book a ride on this convenient, safe and government owned metered service that provides a range of services in and around Doha.
Find out how you can travel to Qatar’s FIFA World Cup 2022™ stadiums – by road and using public transport by clicking here
So there you have it. The basics of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. We’ll be sure to update our readers, so keep checking back with us!
