🇶🇦Qatar
Asia
Information
Capital
Doha
Population
3,130,000
Currency
Qatari riyal (QAR QR)
Languages
Arabe, Anglais
Continent
Asia
Calling code
+974
Timezone
Asia/Qatar
Area
11,586 km²
Government
Absolute monarchy
National day
December 18 - National Day
Internet domain
.qa
About
Qatar is an emirate on the Arabian Peninsula, rich in natural gas and oil. Ruled by the Al Thani family, it is known for rapid development and regional influence. Doha is its modern, cosmopolitan capital.
Safety
Risk level :Niveau de sécurité global élevé, mais vigilance requise en raison de tensions régionales.
Risk areas
Frontières avec l'Arabie saoudite - Tensions géopolitiques
Crime(low)
- Éviter de porter des objets de valeur visibles
- Rester vigilant dans les zones touristiques
Terrorism(low)
- Suivre les avis des autorités locales
- Éviter les rassemblements
Transport
- Respecter les limitations de vitesse
- Utiliser des taxis officiels
Natural risks(Risques faibles : tempêtes de sable occasionnelles)
- Suivre les alertes météo
Health(Système de santé excellent)
- Vaccins standards recommandés
- Assurance voyage obligatoire
Practical tips
- Respecter les lois locales strictes sur l'alcool et l'habillement
- Ne pas photographier les installations militaires
- Télécharger l'app Tawakkalna pour la santé
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center900
1-bedroom apartment in the city center1200
1-bedroom apartment in the suburb800
3-bedroom apartment in the city center2500
3-bedroom apartment in the suburb1800
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal8
Meal for 2 at a mid-range restaurant50
McDonald's menu7
Local beer (0.5L)10
Cappuccino5
Water (1.5L)0.5
Bread (500g)1.2
Milk (1L)1.5
Eggs (12)3
Chicken (1kg)6
Apples (1kg)2.5
Bananas (1kg)1.5
Transport
Public transport ticket0.8
Monthly transport subscription30
Taxi ride (start)2.5
Taxi (1km)0.5
Gasoline (1L)0.6
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)70
Tennis court (1h weekend)25
Cinema12
Theater40
Health
General practitioner consultation50
Dentist consultation60
Antibiotic medications15
Cold medications (6 days)8
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)60
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)30
Public services for 85m² apartment80
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)80
Nike sports shoes90
International primary school (monthly)1200
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type G
Emergency numbers
Police999
Ambulance999
Fire department999
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
Not mandatory, service often included