While many unmarried couples do live together in Qatar, this is technically against the law as it is a Muslim country. Men and women are not permitted to share a home unless they are legally married or are related to each other. This applies to friends, house or flatmates as well and not just couples.

Are you allowed to kiss in Qatar?

1. No public displays of affection. Kissing, hugging, and some places even holding hands. The exception is when greeting: In Qatar, men and women greet friends of the same sex with three kisses on the cheek.