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51ԹϺ– Uniting Americans living in Qatar

Would you like to get in touch with other Americans in Qatar? Are you in need of help and advice from your American compatriots? Or would you like to join other American expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. theu0020spectacularu0020Khoru0020alu0020Adaid?

Whether you have settled as an expat in Qatar or are still living in the Unitedu0020Statesu0020ofu0020America and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, 51ԹϺQatar offers everything you need: Established in 2007, our trusted community soon became the leading platform for international networking among expatriates and global minds around the world. Our network also counts a considerable number of American expats in Qatar, coming from all corners of Unitedu0020Statesu0020ofu0020America - from Newu0020Yorku0020City, over Washingtonu0020D.C. to Losu0020Angeles.

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Juan Garcia

Juan Garcia

The Persian Gulf is a long way from home, so I was especially glad to discover this super expat community for Doha.

Amarilis Castillo

Amarilis Castillo

I loved the 51ԹϺexpat gatherings in Doha, and I hope we'll have another opportunity to meet up at 'La Villa' or the golf range.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

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Meet other Americans at our events in Qatar

Attend our monthly events and activities for Americans expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

Get Ready — Istanbul Is Calling!
Get Ready — Istanbul Is Calling!
Join us 20–23 December 2025 (and beyond!) as we bring global vibes, new friendships, and unforgettable nights to Istanbul. This meetup is for explorers, party lovers, and anyone who wants to end the year with energy and excitement. All members welcome — 51ԹϺOne & Basic. DAYTIME: Explore Is
Join us 20–23 December 2025 (and beyond!) as we bring global vibes, new friendships, and unforgettable nights to Istanbul. This meetup is for explorers, party lovers, and anyone who wants to end the year with energy and excitement. All members welcome — 51ԹϺOne & Basic. DAYTIME: Explore Is
51ԹϺDoha : Countdown to NYE 2026
51ԹϺDoha : Countdown to NYE 2026
Hi folks, You're Invited to New Year's Eve Celebration! Join us for a night of flavors, drinks, music, and fun as we countdown to the New Year! Dress Code : Dress to Impress Deal (Menu attached) Silver package QR 299 for payment before 18th Dec, after QR 349 (Entry, 3 course meal, unlimited al
Hi folks, You're Invited to New Year's Eve Celebration! Join us for a night of flavors, drinks, music, and fun as we countdown to the New Year! Dress Code : Dress to Impress Deal (Menu attached) Silver package QR 299 for payment before 18th Dec, after QR 349 (Entry, 3 course meal, unlimited al
🎆NYE Countdown on the Sea🎆
🎆NYE Countdown on the Sea🎆
Hello! 😄 Set sail with us into 2026! Join our exclusive NYE boat party as we cruise under the glittering Doha skyline. Enjoy great music, drinks, and the best vibes on the water. At midnight, we’ll count down together and welcome the new year surrounded by friends, fireworks, and the cool sea bree
Hello! 😄 Set sail with us into 2026! Join our exclusive NYE boat party as we cruise under the glittering Doha skyline. Enjoy great music, drinks, and the best vibes on the water. At midnight, we’ll count down together and welcome the new year surrounded by friends, fireworks, and the cool sea bree

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Why Americans move abroad … (and do they like it?)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys for expats — Expat Insider — where we ask people living around the world about every aspect of expat life. We’ve rounded up key facts about the typical American expat: what motivated them to move to a new country, what they enjoy about life abroad, as well as what they struggle with the most.

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of 51ԹϺGroups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.

Doha Community Group
Doha Community Group

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Find Tips and Advice on Qatar from American Expats

Of course, expat living in Qatar is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Americans is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the Qatari way of life and mentality. 51ԹϺhelps you connect and meet up with other Americans in Qatar, residing in Doha, Alu002DKhor, Rayyan and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Americans in Doha.

  • Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from the Unitedu0020Statesu0020ofu0020America in Qatar.
  • Obtain and share insider tips in our Qatar Expat Forums – e.g. how to hire a babysitter fluent in your native tongue for your children or where to get stuffedu0020turkey in Alu002DKhor.
  • Search the 51ԹϺPlaces database for Qatar to get information on institutions from your home country, including the American embassy.

From theu0020spectacularu0020Khoru0020alu0020Adaid to theu0020boomingu0020cityu0020ofu0020Doha, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly American expats in Qatar.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Americans in Qatar

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in Qatar. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional Qatari harees, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Doha’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see Dohau0027su0020Souqu0020Waqif,u0020theu0020renovatedu0020Arabicu0020marketu0020quarter as well as other beautiful landmarks in Qatar.

Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from the Unitedu0020Statesu0020ofu0020America and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Hello from our Americans living in Qatar!

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