The French Institute of Qatar (IFQ), the cultural branch of the French Embassy in Doha, officially relocated to its new premises on September 1, 2025, in Al Tarfa (Villa 7, Street 860, Zone 68).
M. Arnaud Pescheux, Ambassador of France to Qatar, said: “This relocation reflects France’s commitment to strengthening its ties of friendship with Qatar, particularly through cooperation in the fields of Francophonie, education, cultural and museum partnerships, and exchanges between experts.”
The move responds to IFQ’s growing community, and our ambition to offer an ever-increasing variety of activities to adults and children enrolling each year in its language courses and cultural programs.
“We envisioned this space as a dynamic hub fostering learning, creativity, and intercultural dialogue. We look forward to welcoming our students and partners into this new environment,” stated Chrystelle Schaegis, Director of the French Institute of Qatar.
The new facility includes seven fully equipped classrooms, a media library with nearly 10,000 titles, a dedicated children’s library, and a Majlis designed to host cultural and artistic gatherings.
This achievement was made possible through the generous support of Fifty One East and Fnac Qatar, reflecting their long-standing partnership with the French Embassy and the French Institute and the continuation of many successful projects carried out together over the years.
The additional support from BNP Paribas and individual donors further demonstrates the wider community’s commitment to IFQ’s cultural and educational mission.
Founded in 1989, the IFQ is the sole European and Francophone cultural center in Qatar. It offers French and Arabic language courses for all ages and proficiency levels, as well as workshops in robotics, computer programming, theater, and reading.
The Institute is also the only accredited center in Qatar authorized to conduct internationally recognized language certifications, including the French exams DELF–DALF, TCF, TEF, DAEFLE, as well as the Arabic certification CIMA.
Beyond its educational mission, IFQ is a hub for art, culture, and literature enthusiasts. Each year, it presents a rich cultural program featuring film screenings, concerts, conferences, exhibitions, and workshops that welcome participants of all ages and nationalities.
The IFQ also houses Qatar’s only Campus France office, which provides students with free and personalized guidance on higher education opportunities in France — from academic choices and scholarships to visa procedures and life in France.
The French Institute of Qatar is open to the public Sunday through Thursday, from 8am to 5pm.
