With increasing reliance on digital services, cloud platforms, e-Government, healthcare systems, and banking technology, the way organizations in Qatar manage personal data and privacy has become a critical issue. Individuals and regulators demand strong assurance that sensitive personal data is protected, used lawfully, and kept secure against misuse.ISO/IEC 27701:2019 Certification is the international standard for Privacy Information Management Systems (PIMS). Built as an extension to ISO/IEC 27001 (Information Security Management System) and ISO/IEC 27002, it provides a framework for managing personal information in compliance with global privacy regulations.
At Guardian Middle East LLC, located in Doha, we represent Guardian Assessment Pvt. Ltd., India, an accredited certification body recognized by UAF (United Accreditation Foundation) and IAS (International Accreditation Service, USA). Through this representation, we make accredited ISO 27701 certification services in Qatar available to organizations that need to demonstrate compliance with Qatari Data Protection Laws, GDPR, and other international privacy frameworks.
ISO 27701 extends ISO 27001 and ISO 27002 by adding specific requirements for personal data protection. It helps organizations implement a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS) that ensures personal data is collected, processed, and stored responsibly.
Key elements of ISO 27701 include:
For organizations in Qatar, ISO 27701 is a powerful tool to demonstrate accountability, protect individuals’ privacy, and strengthen trust in digital services.
As Qatar advances in digital governance, healthcare, banking, telecom, and smart city projects, handling personal data responsibly is vital. ISO 27701 certification provides:
Guardian Assessment Pvt. Ltd. issues ISO 27701 certificates accredited by:
This means that every ISO/IEC 27701:2019 certificate issued in Qatar (Doha) is:
The certification process is designed to ensure transparency and impartiality:
ISO 27701 is relevant for any organization that processes personal data. In Qatar, it is especially important for:
In Qatar, the right to issue ISO certificates is regulated by the Qatar General Organization for Standardization (QS) under Regulation 363/2018. Only QS approved certification bodies or their recognized representatives are authorized to provide ISO certification services in Qatar (Doha).This regulatory framework ensures that every QS approved ISO certificate issued in Qatar is backed by impartiality, transparency, and trust, protecting the integrity of certification across industries including IT, banking, healthcare, government, and telecom.
For reference, the official details of the authority are:
Qatar General Organization for Standardization (QS)
Abo-Hamour Area, opposite the Medical Commission
At Guardian Middle East LLC, we ensure that all certification services in Qatar are aligned with this regulatory requirement. By working under this framework, organizations in Doha and across Qatar can be confident that their ISO certificates are legally compliant, QS approved, and internationally recognized.
If your organization handles personal data and is preparing for ISO/IEC 27701:2019 Certification in Qatar (Doha), we can help you achieve globally accredited certification to build trust and meet regulatory requirements.
