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Visitor Rules

By purchasing a ticket to Art Basel Qatar and/or attending Art Basel Qatar, each visitor agrees to the following Visitor Rules.
Please find the Visitor Policies in Arabic <a href="https://d2u3kfwd92fzu7.cloudfront.net/ABQ26_Visitor_Rules_Arabic-1.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.

All visitors entering Art Basel Qatar&nbsp;are subject to a&nbsp;security screening and a visual bag inspection. Visitors must&nbsp;comply with&nbsp;requests and instructions from the onsite security staff.&nbsp;

Security Inspection 

The following items are not allowed inside Art Basel Qatar:
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<li>Backpacks, suitcases, large umbrellas and any other items that might cause damage to artworks or inconvenience to other visitors;</li>
<li>Weapons, sharp/dangerous objects, fireworks, hazardous substances,and other items deemed unsafe;</li>
<li>Items which may be used to create inappropriate noise or distraction (including musical instruments, laser pointers, flags, loudspeakers, whistles, etc);</li>
<li>Oversized cameras, selfie sticks and tripods;</li>
<li>Drones;</li>
<li>Art materials (including paints, markers, spray paint and ink pens);</li>
<li>Recreational wheeled devices (including rollerblades, skateboards, bicycles and scooters);</li>
<li>Food and drink;</li>
<li>Items which are not permitted under Qatar law (including illegal drugs and alcohol).</li>
</ul>
If you attempt to bring a restricted or prohibited item into Art Basel Qatar, the safety and security staff may refuse entry or require storage/removal of that item.
Visitors may not enter or exit Art Basel Qatar in possession of artworks.

 Restricted and Prohibited Items 

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Mobility aids for people with disabilities (e.g. wheelchairs, crutches, walkers, canes, etc.) are allowed. Personal medical equipment is also allowed.
Manual wheelchairs for visitors with disabilities are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. Please inquire&nbsp;at&nbsp;the Information&nbsp;Desks. Proof&nbsp;of&nbsp;identity will be&nbsp;required.&nbsp;
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Mobility Aids and Medical Equipment

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Personal or non-professional photography is permitted (provided it is conducted without disruption of other visitors, and with the safety of the artworks in mind). The use of drones is strictly prohibited.
Professional photography/filming requires written approval from Art Basel. Press and promotional photography and filming will be taking place at Art Basel Qatar.
By attending Art Basel Qatar, you consent to any use of your image in photography or filming which may be taking place at Art Basel Qatar and agree that such photography or filming may be used for marketing or other commercial purposes.
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Photography Policy 

The distribution of flyers and any other marketing materials at Art Basel Qatar requires prior written approval from Art Basel.

Marketing Material Distribution 

Animals are not allowed in Art Basel Qatar.

Service Dogs and Assistance Animals 

Food and&nbsp;drink&nbsp;can only be consumed in designated areas&nbsp;and are not&nbsp;permitted&nbsp;in the&nbsp;exhibition&nbsp;areas.

Food and Drink 

Smoking or vaping at Art Basel Qatar is strictly prohibited. Please use designated outdoor areas only.

No Smoking Policy 

Out of respect for local culture and legal requirements all visitors should:
<ul>
<li>dress modestly;</li>
<li>shoulders and knees should be covered when visiting Art Basel Qatar.</li>
<li>refrain from any displays of affection which may be considered inappropriate or offensive under local standards.</li>
<li>ensure their behaviour is respectful and not offensive to local culture, religion or national identity.</li>
<li>observe all local laws and requirements concerning the possession and consumption of alcohol.</li>
<li>All illegal substances are strictly prohibited.</li>
</ul>

Local Requirements 

Children&nbsp;under 12 must be&nbsp;accompanied&nbsp;and supervised by an adult at all times.

Children 

Tickets to Art Basel Qatar are offered on the basis of two time slots per day from Thursday, February 5 to Saturday, February 7, 2026. Please purchase your tickets in advance in order to select your preferred time slot and make sure to arrive on time to ensure entry. Keep in mind that there may be queues to enter Art Basel Qatar. Art Basel staff may need to suspend access to certain areas if required to regulate the number of visitors.
Tickets to Art Basel Qatar may only be purchased from Art Basel authorized outlets and may not be offered for re-sale. Unless otherwise determined by Art Basel (in its sole discretion), Art Basel Qatar tickets are non-refundable, including if Art Basel Qatar is cancelled or postponed.

Tickets 

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Artworks being&nbsp;exhibited&nbsp;at Art Basel Qatar are valuable and, in many cases, fragile.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please&nbsp;ensure that you and&nbsp;any children&nbsp;under your supervision&nbsp;take care in the exhibition areas and respect all artworks on display at Art Basel Qatar.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitors&nbsp;will&nbsp;be liable for any&nbsp;damage&nbsp;they may cause&nbsp;to&nbsp;artwork or other property&nbsp;at Art Basel Qatar.
While Art Basel will take all reasonable measures to ensure the safety and security of&nbsp;visitors to Art Basel Qatar,&nbsp;Art Basel&nbsp;will not&nbsp;be liable for any loss, damage, or injury&nbsp;which visitors may suffer&nbsp;at Art Basel Qatar.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitors will&nbsp;be&nbsp;responsible for&nbsp;their own&nbsp;personal property&nbsp;and safety&nbsp;while&nbsp;at&nbsp;Art Basel Qatar.<span class="EOP SCXW267916375 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;
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Liability 

The organizer of Art Basel Qatar, Art Basel Fairs ABQ LLC (referred to in these Visitor Rules as &ldquo;Art Basel&rdquo;), reserves the right to refuse admission to, or  to remove any visitor from, Art Basel Qatar, including as a result of an actual or threatened breach of these Visitor Rules, any safety concerns, any risk of disruption to Art Basel Qatar, and any risk of loss or damage to other visitors, galleries or artworks.
If a visitor is removed from or is denied access to Art Basel Qatar, any decision to refund the visitor&rsquo;s ticket will be made in Art Basel&rsquo;s sole discretion.
Art Basel reserves the right to change these Visitor Rules or introduce additional rules in its sole discretion and without giving prior notice. Subject to applicable law, the interpretation of these Visitor Rules will be made by Art Basel in its sole discretion, and any disputes between Art Basel and a visitor will be finally resolved by Art Basel, acting reasonably.
In addition to these Visitor Rules, each visitor agrees to comply with all rules and requirements of the venues where Art Basel Qatar and any associated events are being held and with all directions of staff and other authorized personnel at those venues.

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