Internal Security Forces

The internal security force (ISF) was established under decree-Law No. 23 in 2004 and entrusted with many tasks related to the smooth running ans security of Qatar. The ISF collaborate with other national security agencies such as the Ministry of the Interior represented by the Civil Defense and traffic and patrol department in waging campaigns against traffic and civil law violators.

The primary ISF responsibilities can be summarized as:
1) Assisting and supporting concern state agencies in maintaining security and stability.
2) Responding to terrorist acts and any other acts that may jeopardize internal security.
3) Ensure the safety of dignitaries, leader, and guests of the Qatar.
4) Work and coordinate stakeholders to combat smuggling crimes.
5) Dealing with the riots.
6) Securing conferences, meetings and other events.