For the first time an Islamic country had hosted the World Cup,
and local culture causes some behavioral changes at the event this year.
This Sunday (20) the 2022 World Cup will begin in Qatar and as the event approaches, there are still many doubts among fans about how the behavior in the country of the year will have to be. Qatar (or Qatar, in English).
More than one million tourists are expected in five host cities:
– Doha;
– Al Khor;
– Al Rayyan;
– El Wakrah e
– Lusail (the latter was built exclusively for the World Cup).
after polemic For artists performing at the World Cup opening ceremony, many people wonder what cultural and behavioral restrictions will be in place there. After all, Qatari culture has a number of restrictions that are not common in other countries, such as the use of alcoholic beverages in stadiums, displays of affection in public, homosexuality, will women be allowed to attend stadiums?
Can I travel alone to Qatar?
Yes! You are not required to enter the venue accompanied, however, all fans, regardless of gender, must request permission to enter the venue. For this, they must apply o “Haya Card”there is no website.
Will I have to wear a burqa, abaya or hijab?
There is no need to wear local clothing. However, in public places (government buildings, museums and shopping malls), both men and women are usually required to be clothes that cover the shoulders and knees. Qatar usually describes itself as a “conservative country”, so avoid short, transparent, short and very tight clothes as well.
How much for limiting the female audience existing in Islamic countries. Will this affect the main sporting event of the year? Will they be able to go to stadiums alone?
According to the organizing committee of the event, this it will not be a problem in the country.
“In Qatar, we have no restrictions on women’s access to stadiums. They have been watching the games for a long time,” said Nasser Al Khater, deputy secretary general of the World Cup Organizing Committee.
As we can see, all women will only be able to go to the stadium to watch the matches. There are no restrictions, but pay attention to the dress.
not Qatar, access to female audiences has been allowed since 1998.
In 1998, the Qatar Athletics Federation organized for the first time a women’s track and field competition where women were allowed. This means that regardless of Wahhabism – one of the interpretations of Sunni Islam – to dominate in the Asian country football fans they won’t be worried about it.
Can we consume alcohol?
Restrictions on the consumption of alcoholic beverages are applicable in the country, regardless of gender. Usually, is it possible to drink in certain hotels🇧🇷 During the World Cup there will be designated places for the consumption of alcoholic beverages, such as “Fan Zones”. It is important to note that drinking will be prohibited outside these designated areas.
Hugging and petting in public
Be very careful, because kisses, hugs, touching hands and other types of displays of affection are not well regarded in public🇧🇷 This applies to everywhere🇧🇷 These acts are considered obscene by the Qatari Penal Code.
What is it Shariaand what is its impact on women’s lives
Sharia is Islamic legal system, which Muslims use as a guide. In the implementation of the mandates, women must be subservient to men, which does not allow them to live a full, productive and independent life. As such, they are not allowed, for example, to gain custody of their children. In addition, they need authorization to work or travel abroad until a certain age.
Is it a crime to be gay in Qatar? Could it lead to jail time?
In April of this year, Major General Abdulaziz Abdullah Al Ansari reinforced that:
“Tourists coming to visit the country for the FIFA sporting event should not show any support for the LGBTQIA+ community, nor raise rainbow flags etc. – a symbol of the community. Do this in a society where this is accepted.”
According to him, the 28 days (the duration of the World Cup) of the event would not affect the “sharia”, a set of Islamic laws that govern the country, that is, they will not tolerate behavior not accepted by the codes. of their behavior.
What does their law say?
Qatar Penal Code talks about homosexuality as a criminal practice, subject to a penalty of eight years in prison or even death under “Sharia”, which operates alongside legislation.
It is forbidden to have sex between men.there is no talk of relationships between women🇧🇷 Public expressions of affection such as kissing and holding hands are also not mentioned. However, the danger is that based on one of these attitudes, the local justice system will understand that there was a relationship and, therefore, punish those involved. The penalty can be increased depending on the age of one of those involved. A man, for example, is subject to the death penalty for having sex with a boy under the age of 16.
Besides condemn sex outside of marriage for all people, Qatari law provides punishments for any man, whether Muslim or not, who “incites” or “incites” another man to commit “immoralities”.
According to the Criminal Code, the penalty for this offense is up to ten years in prison. In other words: demonstrations for LGBT rights can lead to jail time.
According to a survey conducted by Human Rights WatchQatari authorities arrested people in public places based solely on their respective gender expressions.
In order to release the arrested, the authorities requested that trans women banned, had to attend “conversion therapy sessions”.
Photos in stadiums and social networks
It’s a common habit to record the amazing moments of our travels and nowadays, of course, post everything on social media, but be careful when doing so in Qatar.
You should not point the camera at Qatari women and watch carefully unless you are picking someone up without prior authorization. Here, you can be arrested.
