Qatar is divided into eight municipalities, which represent the country's primary administrative subdivisions. These municipalities serve as the first level of local governance in Qatar's two-tier administrative system. Each municipality functions as a regional authority responsible for managing local services, urban planning, infrastructure development, and municipal regulations within its jurisdiction. The municipalities oversee essential public services including waste management, building permits, maintenance of public facilities, and enforcement of local ordinances. This administrative structure enables the central government to delegate certain operational responsibilities while maintaining oversight of regional development and service delivery across the country.