Looking for Indian Expats in Doha?

Thinking about moving to Doha as an Indian? These pros and cons come from the InterNations Expat Insider 2024 survey, in which thousands of expats around the world share what they like and don't like about life abroad each year. The points below reflect what Indian expats in Doha wrote in their own words, backed up by survey percentages from all expats living there.

• It's safe and welcoming. Indians mention safety and a discrimination-free feel most, and 92% of expats in Doha rate personal safety positively, against a global average of 80%.

• The economy and healthcare are strong. 84% rate the state of the economy positively, 81% political stability, and 88% the quality of medical care.

• Life is balanced and easy. Indians praise a good work-life balance with plenty of leisure, sport, and family time, backed by 92% rating public transport positively.

• English gets you far. 79% of expats in Doha find it easy to get by without the local language, well above the 48% global average.

• Jobs and residency feel insecure. Only 36% of expats in Doha rate the local job market positively, and the lack of a path to permanent residency weighs on people.

• Costs and housing bite. Just 27% rate housing affordability positively and 30% the general cost of living.

• The climate and thin greenery wear on people. Only 32% rate the climate and weather positively and 52% the natural environment, with the summer heat and a wish for more greenery.

• Bureaucracy can be slow. Government paperwork is described as time-consuming, and overall happiness (58%) sits below the global average of 68%.

For Indians, Doha offers safety, a strong economy, good healthcare, and a balanced, family-friendly life where they feel respected. The trade-offs are job and residency insecurity, the heat, and the cost of living. It rewards those with a solid contract who value stability and community.

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our Indian members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

With InterNations, Indian expats in Doha are able to find both the help they need as well as lots of valuable information. The "City Of The Big Tree" offers so much for expats to explore - our community helps you enjoy your stay to the fullest.

• Look through our Members Network to connect with Doha’s Indian expats.
• Become active in our Expat Forums in order to find insider tips and suggestions from fellow Indian expats in Doha.
• Make full use of the Expat Guide for Doha to obtain important information on your temporary home abroad.

Our Doha community is also lively and welcoming offline. The InterNations Ambassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience in Doha’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow Indian expats to discover the booming city of Doha. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from India in your local community and meet Indians in Qatar in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our Indians living in Doha!