Embassy of Spain in Doha, Qatar; address Saha Street 93 Villa 9, Doha; phone +97444290555. Head of mission: Mr. Rafael Matos Gonzalez De Careaga.
Head of mission: Mr. Rafael Matos Gonzalez De Careaga, Ambassador (as of 2023)
Spain is a highly appealing destination for visitors from Qatar, known for its vibrant culture and stunning landscapes. As the third most visited country globally, it attracts millions each year with its rich historical heritage and natural beauty. A segment of Qatar's population of 3 million may find Spain particularly interesting.
Spain is generally considered safe for tourists, including those coming from Qatar. It ranks 22nd among 40 European countries in terms of safety while walking alone at night. According to the Global Peace Index, Spain is ranked 23rd out of 160 countries, making it safer than Qatar, which ranks 29th. In terms of crime statistics, Spain has a murder rate of 0.6 per 100,000 people, compared to Qatar's 0.3. For female murders, Qatar has a rate of 0.5, while Spain has 0.4. The Global Organized Crime Index indicates that Qatar performs better in some areas, such as mafia groups (1.0) compared to Spain (6.0). However, Spain has lower indices for certain crimes, such as resource crime (2.0) compared to Qatar's 5.0. Overall, while there are some crime concerns in both countries, Spain is regarded as a relatively safe destination for tourists.