Qatar Country Description
Qatar is a monarchy governed by the ruling Al Thani family
in consultation with a council of ministers, an appointed
advisory council and an elected municipal council. Islamic
ideals and beliefs provide the foundation of the country’s
customs, laws and practices. Located in the heart of the Persian
Gulf, Qatar is a dynamic, modernizing, rapidly developing
country that is among the wealthiest per capita in the world.
The capital is Doha . Tourist facilities are available.
Registration & Embassy Location
Americans living or traveling in Qatar are encouraged to register
with the U.S. Embassy in Doha through the State Department’s
travel registration web site to obtain updated information
on travel and security within Qatar . Americans without Internet
access may register directly with the U.S. Embassy in Doha
. By registering, American citizens make it easier for the
U.S. Embassy in Doha to contact them in case of emergency.
The U.S. Embassy is located in the Al-Luqta District on 22nd
February Street, PO Box 2399, Doha ; phone (974) 488-4101,
extension 0 or 6500. For after-hours emergencies, U.S. citizens
may call (974) 488-4101, extension 0 or 6600, to reach the
duty officer. On the Internet, you may reach the Embassy web
site at http://qatar.usembassy.gov for additional information
and operating hours. The embassy observes a Sunday through
Thursday workweek. Government offices and most businesses
in Qatar also observe a Sunday through Thursday workweek.
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