Embassy of Qatar in Bogota, Colombia; address Carrera 10 #80-36 Floor 2, 110311, Bogotá. Head of mission: Mr. Eisa Jaber Ahmed Al Jaham Al Kuwari.
Head of mission: Mr. Eisa Jaber Ahmed Al Jaham Al Kuwari, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Colombia, 14 Nov 2024)
Qatar is becoming an appealing destination for Colombian travelers due to its unique combination of modernity and cultural heritage, alongside stunning desert and urban scenery. Although it receives a moderate number of tourists, it attracts high spending per visitor, indicating its status as a high-value destination. With around 3 million Colombians traveling abroad annually, a segment of this population may find Qatar an interesting option to explore.
Qatar is considered a very safe destination for tourists, including those coming from Colombia. According to the Global Peace Index, Qatar ranks 29th out of 160 countries, significantly safer than Colombia, which ranks 143rd. In terms of crime statistics, Qatar has a remarkably low murder rate of 0.3 per 100,000 people, compared to Colombia's rate of 27.5. Additionally, the rates of female murders are also much lower in Qatar (0.5) than in Colombia (4.1). The Global Organized Crime Index further highlights the differences, with Qatar scoring much better in various categories related to organized crime. For instance, mafia groups score 1.0 in Qatar versus 9.5 in Colombia, indicating a much lower presence of organized crime. Overall, tourists from Colombia can feel safe traveling to Qatar, given its low crime rates and favorable safety rankings.