Government Communications Office statement on the suspension of public and private schools and universities for all students until further notice as a precautionary measure to contain the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19)

9 March 2020

A decision has been made to suspend public and private schools and universities for all students in the State of Qatar starting tomorrow, Tuesday, until further notice, as part of efforts and measures the country is taking to contain the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), and to ensure the safety of students in all government and private educational institutions.

The Ministry of Public Health urges all citizens and residents to avoid gatherings in public places, to avoid travel for the time being except if absolutely necessary, and to apply preventive measures to protect against infection as recommended by the Ministry on its website and social media accounts.

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) contact centre at the Ministry of Public Health is accessible around the clock for any reports or enquiries regarding the virus using the toll-free phone number (16000).