Embassy of Qatar in Kyiv, Ukraine; address Novoselytska St. 13, 02000, Kyiv; phone +38027222990. Head of mission: Mr. Hadi Nasser M. K. Al-Hajri.
Head of mission: Mr. Hadi Nasser M. K. Al-Hajri, Ambassador (as listed in the diplomatic list of Ukraine, 22 Nov 2024)
Qatar is becoming an appealing destination for Ukrainian visitors due to its unique combination of modernity and cultural heritage, alongside stunning desert and urban landscapes. Although the number of tourists is moderate, Qatar's high tourist spending per visitor highlights its value as a premium destination. With 11 million Ukrainians traveling abroad annually, there is potential interest in visiting Qatar among this demographic.
Qatar is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Ukraine. According to the Global Peace Index, Qatar ranks 29th out of 160 countries, significantly safer than Ukraine, which ranks 156th. In terms of crime statistics, Qatar has a very low murder rate of 0.3 per 100,000 people, compared to Ukraine's 3.8. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with Qatar at 0.5 and Ukraine at 1.9. The Global Organized Crime Index further highlights the differences, with Qatar scoring better in various categories: for instance, mafia groups (Qatar 1.0 vs. Ukraine 6.0) and state crime (Qatar 6.0 vs. Ukraine 8.0). Overall, tourists from Ukraine can expect a safer environment in Qatar compared to their home country.