Qatar

Qatar Quick Facts…

Official NameState of Qatar
Common NameQatar – /kəˈtɑɹ/
NationalityQatari(s) – noun, Qatari – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1971 (from the United Kingdom)
Administrative Divisions8 municipalities
Total Population2.6 million (#143) with 99.4% urbanized – 2024 estimate
Major Urban AreasDoha (capital city), Ar-Rayyan
Major LanguagesArabic (official)
Electricity Access100% of total population
Internet Access100% of total population
CurrencyQatari Rials (QAR)
Real GDP (PPP)$260.2 billion – 2022 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$96,600 (#6) – 2022 estimate
Total Area11,586 sq km / 4,473 sq mi (#164) with 0% water area
Geographic RegionAsia – Western Asia
Bordering CountriesSaudi Arabia
Bordering Water BodiesPersian Gulf

National Anthem: “Al-Salam Al-Amiri” (The Amiri Salute)