Embassy of Qatar in Pretoria, South Africa; address 355 Charles Street, 0181, Pretoria; phone +27124521700. Head of mission: H.E. Mr. Mubarak bin Nasser Al…
Head of mission: H.E. Mr. Mubarak bin Nasser Al Khalifa, Ambassador (as of 2026)
Also accredited to: Zimbabwe
Qatar is becoming an appealing destination for visitors from South Africa due to its unique combination of modernity and cultural heritage, complemented by stunning desert landscapes and urban scenery. Although the overall number of tourists is moderate, Qatar attracts high spending per visitor, indicating its status as a high-value destination. This makes it particularly interesting for a segment of South Africa's 60 million population.
Qatar is considered a very safe destination for tourists, including those from South Africa. According to the Global Peace Index, Qatar ranks 29th out of 160 countries, significantly safer than South Africa, which ranks 125th. In terms of crime statistics, Qatar has a remarkably low murder rate of 0.3 per 100,000 people, compared to South Africa's high rate of 41.9. Additionally, female murder rates are also much lower in Qatar (0.5) than in South Africa (9.5). The Global Organized Crime Index further highlights the safety difference, with Qatar scoring much better across various crime categories. For instance, Qatar has a mafia group index of 1.0, while South Africa scores 7.0. Overall, Qatar presents a safer environment for tourists compared to South Africa.