The Embassy of Qatar in Madrid represents Qatar in Spain and serves Qatari citizens living in the country.
Contact Details
| Address | Pº de la Castellana nº 15 - 5º, 28046 Madrid, Spain |
| Telephone | +34 91 310 69 26 |
| Fax | +34 91 310 48 51 |
| madrid@mofa.gov.qa | |
| Social Media | X · Instagram |
| Head of Mission | Salem Mubarak Al-Shafi, Ambassador |
| National Day | 18 December |
Opening Hours
No opening hours are published. Contact the embassy before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
Visitors go to Pº de la Castellana nº 15 - 5º, 28046 Madrid.
- Bring: your passport or ID card, plus originals and copies of every document needed for your application.
About the Qatari Embassy in Madrid
The ambassador is Salem Mubarak Al-Shafi. 6 diplomats and attachés are accredited to the embassy, according to the Spanish list. Qatar also has career consular offices in Barcelona.
Consular services
The consular section typically handles:
- Qatari passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
Do I need an appointment?
Many consular services require an appointment – check the embassy website first.
Do Spanish citizens need a visa for Qatar?
Spanish citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Qatar. The passport should be valid for at least six months. Spanish travel advice currently recommends postponing trips to Qatar. Details: Spanish travel advice (Recomendaciones de viaje).
Closing days
The embassy is closed on Spanish public holidays; Qatari celebrations on 18 December (national day) usually mean a closure too. In the Community of Madrid, the Community of Madrid Day on 2 May is a regional holiday. Check before visiting around Christmas, Easter (Holy Week) and local fiestas.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, Qatari citizens should call the embassy on +34 91 310 69 26. The embassy can help with lost passports, arrests and serious accidents, but it cannot cover costs or interfere with Spanish authorities. The Spanish emergency number is 112.
Diplomatic missions of Qatar in Spain
Qatar in Spain
- Madrid – Embassy of Qatar (this page)
- Barcelona – Consulate General
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Qatar in Madrid
Where is the Qatari Embassy in Madrid?
At Pº de la Castellana nº 15 - 5º, 28046 Madrid.
Who is the ambassador of Qatar to Spain?
Salem Mubarak Al-Shafi, according to the Spanish diplomatic list of 30 September 2026.
Is the Qatari Embassy closed on the national day?
The Spanish diplomatic list gives 18 December as the national day of Qatar; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Can Spanish nationals travel to Qatar without a visa?
No, not for short tourist stays – check the Spanish travel advice before booking.
Is there a Qatari consulate outside Madrid?
Yes: Barcelona.
Details checked on 9 October 2026. Sources: Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Lista del Cuerpo Diplomático (as of 30 September 2026), Spanish travel advice for Qatar. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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