CBQ Fixed Deposit Calculator — Commercial Bank of Qatar
See what a Commercial Bank of Qatar (CBQ) fixed deposit pays at maturity, using CBQ's own published counter rates. No signup.
Enter a deposit amount, a rate between 0% and 100%, and a term above zero (up to 50 years) to see results.
CBQ fixed deposit rates (QAR, retail counter rates)
| Amount (QAR) | 1 month | 3 months | 6 months | 1 year | 2 years | 3 years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50,000 – 999,999 | 2.00% | 2.25% | 2.50% | 2.75% | 3.00% | 3.00% |
| 1,000,000 – 1,999,999 | 2.25% | 2.50% | 2.75% | 3.00% | 3.25% | 3.25% |
| Above 2,000,000 | 2.50% | 2.75% | 3.00% | 3.25% | 3.50% | 3.50% |
Source: CBQ retail counter rates, checked 12 October 2026. The bank publishes no effective date and says rates change without notice. CBQ's auto-rollover deposits pay much less (0.50%–0.75%), so check which product you are opening.
Worked example
QAR 50,000 for one year at CBQ's 2.75% counter rate grows to about QAR 51,389 (QAR 1,389 interest) with quarterly compounding. Fixing the same QAR 50,000 for two years at 3.00% gives about QAR 53,080. Qatar has no personal income tax, so that interest is not taxed for individuals.
CBQ against other Qatar banks
| Bank | 1-year rate (by amount) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Bank (CBQ) | 2.75% – 3.25% | Counter rates from QAR 50,000 |
| QNB | 3.60% – 3.85% | QAR 20,000 minimum |
| Doha Bank | 3.30% – 3.75% | 150–300-day upfront deposits from QAR 250,000 |
| Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) | 2.75% – 3.50% | Flexi CD Premium expected profit, 1–3 years |
| Ahlibank | 0.60% – 1.80% | Board rates by slab |
Published board rates checked 12 October 2026. Promotional and relationship rates can be higher. For context, the Qatar Central Bank deposit rate is 4.10% (from 17 September 2026). Compare every bank on the Qatar fixed deposit calculator.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are CBQ's fixed deposit rates in 2026?
CBQ's published retail counter rates for QAR deposits of QAR 50,000 to 999,999 are 2.00% for 1 month, 2.25% for 3 months, 2.50% for 6 months, 2.75% for 1 year and 3.00% for 2 or 3 years. Larger balances earn 0.25 to 0.50 percentage points more. Rates were checked on 12 October 2026 and change without notice.
What is the minimum deposit for a CBQ fixed deposit?
CBQ's counter-rate table starts at QAR 50,000. Smaller amounts may be accepted on different terms, so confirm with the bank.
How does CBQ compare with other Qatar banks?
On published board rates checked 12 October 2026, QNB paid 3.60%–3.85% for one year, CBQ 2.75%–3.25%, Doha Bank 3.30%–3.75% on 150–300-day upfront deposits and Ahlibank 0.60%–1.80%. See the Qatar fixed deposit calculator for the full table.
How is the maturity value calculated?
This calculator compounds quarterly: maturity = P × (1 + r/400)^(4 × years). CBQ may pay interest at maturity or periodically; check your deposit terms.
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Sources
CBQ — Counter Rates, Retail; CBQ — Auto Rollover Rates; peer rates from QNB, Doha Bank, QIB and Ahlibank. See our methodology and editorial policy. fin·calc is independent and is not affiliated with CBQ.