No short dresses, keep shoulders covered: Qatar directs fans attending World Cup matches

The organisers have asked fans to "respect local traditions and customs", including policies for alcohol, drugs, sexuality and dress code.

Fans will have to be careful about their skin exposure, despite the excessively hot conditions in the Gulf nation.

Female spectators arriving in Qatar from other countries are not expected to follow the country's strict Muslim dress code and wear the abaya (a traditional long black robe).

However, they are expected to cover their midriff and shoulders. Women have been asked to wear skirts and dresses covering their knees.

Men will face fines and imprisonment if they remove their tops completely.

Sleeveless tank tops and tops with offensive slogans are not permitted.

The World Cup website states, "People can generally wear their clothing of choice. Visitors are expected to cover their shoulders and knees when visiting public places like museums and other government buildings. Swimwear is allowed at hotel beaches and pools. Fans attending matches should note that the removal of shirts in the stadium is not permitted."

"We have high-resolution special cameras to zoom in on a particular seat and clearly see the spectator. It’s being recorded, so that will help us in any post-event investigation," the Chief technology officer of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar Niyas Abdulrahiman, said.

According to Daily Mail, supporters should avoid purchasing duty-free booze as the importation of alcohol is illegal.

The country has imposed a "sin tax" on all alcohol sales during FIFA World Cup 2022.

Drinks in the fan zone are expected to cost around Rs 1,200 a pint. A beer would cost over Rs 7,700 at the top hotels during the semi-finals and final.

Drinking alcohol outside fan zones, swearing and public displays of affection could lead to fines and arrest.

Importing any pornography and sex toys, pork products and religious books into Qatar is also illegal.

All luggage of those arriving in Qatar will be scanned at Hamad International Airport Arrivals Hall.

Fans could be hit with fines for littering too.

Thirty-two teams will participate in the World Cup, which will be held from November 20 to December 18. In the first match, the Ecuadorian team will clash with the host team, Qatar.