Qatar plans to introduce compulsory medical screening for couples planning to get married from the 13th December.
And it's not just for Qataris - locals and residents will also be affected.
While this might have raised eyebrows in the West, it's perhaps not that bad an idea in a country where it is normal to marry within the family, with a huge proportion of people still marrying their cousins - a tradition thought to increase the risk of developing certain diseases.
If you want more information on how to tie the not in Qatar check out our recent article: Getting Married in Qatar.
