Embassy of Qatar in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan; address Isanova 123, 125, Bishkek; phone +996312323555. Head of mission: Mr. Ali Jaber Muhammad Al-Gufran Al-Marri.
Head of mission: Mr. Ali Jaber Muhammad Al-Gufran Al-Marri, Ambassador (as of 2023)
Qatar is becoming increasingly appealing to visitors from Kyrgyzstan due to its unique combination of modern attractions and rich cultural heritage, all within stunning desert and urban settings. Although the overall number of tourists is moderate, Qatar attracts high spending per visitor, indicating its status as a premium destination. With 1.8 million Kyrgyzstani travelers going abroad annually, a segment of this population may find Qatar an intriguing option to explore.
Qatar is considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Kyrgyzstan. According to the Global Peace Index, Qatar ranks 29th out of 160 countries, significantly safer than Kyrgyzstan, which ranks 75th. In terms of crime statistics, Qatar has a notably low murder rate of 0.3 per 100,000 people, compared to Kyrgyzstan's rate of 1.7. Both countries have the same female murder rate of 0.5. The Global Organized Crime Index further highlights the safety of Qatar, with lower scores in various crime categories compared to Kyrgyzstan. For example, mafia groups score 1.0 in Qatar versus 5.5 in Kyrgyzstan, and state crime scores 6.0 in Qatar compared to 8.5 in Kyrgyzstan. Overall, tourists from Kyrgyzstan can feel relatively safe while visiting Qatar.