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Catherine Addison-Swan

Alcohol laws in Qatar and rules tourists must follow ahead of World Cup 2022

Football fans heading to Qatar for the start of the World Cup this weekend have been urged to brush up on the country's laws to avoid hefty fines, jail time or deportation.

The FIFA World Cup 2022 kicks off in the country on Sunday, 20 November, with the final taking place on Sunday 18 December. The BBC and ITV will provide TV coverage of every match, but some fans have decided to jet off to the west Asian country to catch the action live in person.

The decision to allow Qatar to host the tournament has been met with concern and criticism from many, not least due to the country's human rights record - LGBT people in the country face fines and up to seven years' imprisonment. If you are planning to travel to Qatar for the World Cup, there are certainly many things you need to be aware of to avoid getting on the wrong side of the country's strict laws around alcohol, clothing and public behaviour - here's what you need to know.

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