Export from Egypt & Sudan to Qatar
Qatar's food import sector grew significantly following the 2017 blockade, creating strong demand for direct supply relationships with Egyptian exporters. We ship fresh produce, frozen IQF, dates, herbs, and grains to Hamad Port for Qatari distributors and HORECA buyers.
Products We Export to Qatar
Post-blockade Qatar has invested heavily in food security partnerships. Direct supplier relationships with Egyptian exporters are actively sought.
Dates
Egyptian Medjool and Siwi dates from Siwa Oasis. Soft, caramel-sweet, moisture 18–25%. Year-round availability from cold storage. HS 0804.10.
Yellow Onions
Export-grade Egyptian yellow onions with high dry matter content (12–16%), strong outer skins, and extended shelf life. EU-certified, available March through July from Upper and Middle Egypt.
Garlic
Egyptian dry garlic from Upper Egypt. High allicin content, large firm bulbs, strong pungency. Year-round from cold storage. HS 0703.20.
Lentils
Egyptian lentils — Red Split, Green, and Yellow Split. Protein 22–26%, moisture ≤ 14%. Year-round supply. Major EU, GCC, and South Asian export. HS 0713.40.
Frozen Mango
Egyptian Zebda mango IQF — frozen at peak ripeness. Brix base fruit 14–18°, ≤ 8% glazing. Available year-round. HS 0811.90.
Sesame Seeds
Premium white hulled sesame from Gedaref and Blue Nile States, Sudan. Purity ≥99.95%, oil content 50–55%, FFA ≤1.0% as oleic acid. Hulled, cleaned, and gravity-sorted. Year-round supply from cold-storage stock.
Mango
Egyptian Zebda, Alphonso, and Keitt mangoes from Upper Egypt. Fibreless, Brix 14–18°, excellent aroma. Season: June to October.
Hibiscus
Dried Hibiscus sabdariffa calyces (Karkade) from Kordofan and Darfur, Sudan. Deep ruby-red colour, high anthocyanin content, tartaric acid ≥13%. Whole and cut-and-sifted grades. Used in beverages, food colouring, nutraceuticals, and functional ingredient applications.
Documentation for Qatar
Logistics & Terms
Trade Note: Qatar Ministry of Public Health approves food imports. Qatar has fast-tracked its food import diversification program — Egyptian exporters are a priority.
Importing from Egypt to Qatar
How do I import agricultural products from Egypt to Qatar?
Contact Omnicore at quotes@omnicoretrading.com with your requirements and destination port. We respond within 24 hours with pricing and availability. We handle all export documentation — phytosanitary certificates, Halal Certificate, GSO Standards, CoA, and Bill of Lading. Standard incoterms: CIF, CFR, FOB.
What is the transit time from Egypt to Qatar?
Transit from Egyptian ports (Alexandria, Port Said, Damietta) to Hamad Port is approximately 7–10 days. Lead time from confirmed order to loading is 7–21 days depending on the product.
What certifications are required for importing to Qatar?
Standard requirements include: Halal Certificate, GSO Standards, MOPH Qatar Approval. We prepare all documentation as standard — buyers do not need to arrange this separately.
What is the minimum order for exports to Qatar?
Minimum is 1 × FCL (Full Container Load — 20ft or 40ft). Reefer containers for fresh and frozen products. Payment: LC at sight, T/T 30%+70%, or CAD.