Qatar Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
Qatar's control of corruption was 0.70 in 2025, ranked 50th globally. This represents a 0.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Qatar's control of corruption stood at 0.70 in 2025, a decline of +0.00 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.70 by 2025. Qatar ranked 50th globally.
Qatar's control of corruption, as measured by the World Bank's Worldwide Governance Indicators, has undergone significant fluctuations over the past 26 years, ranging from a low of -0.05 in 1996 to a high of 1.56 in 2009. The country's score has been steadily improving since then, with a notable increase in recent years, reaching 0.70 by 2025, a ranking tied with Rwanda. This improvement is notable, as Qatar's control of corruption was once considered one of the weaker aspects of its governance. By comparison, Portugal, another OECD country, has a similar score of 0.69, suggesting Qatar's efforts may be paying off. However, the recent COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of robust institutions in responding to crises, and Qatar's control of corruption score may be impacted by its ability to effectively manage corruption risks in the post-pandemic era.
Data & projection
| Year | Control of Corruption | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 0.68 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 0.70 | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.70 | −0.00 | #50 |
| 2023 | 0.70 | −0.10 | #50 |
| 2022 | 0.80 | +0.02 | #41 |
| 2021 | 0.78 | +0.03 | #44 |
| 2020 | 0.75 | −0.06 | #46 |
| 2019 | 0.82 | +0.12 | #41 |
| 2018 | 0.69 | −0.01 | #48 |
| 2017 | 0.70 | −0.16 | #50 |
| 2016 | 0.86 | +0.01 | #41 |
| 2015 | 0.86 | −0.13 | #45 |
| 2014 | 0.98 | −0.12 | #38 |
| 2013 | 1.10 | +0.05 | #37 |
| 2012 | 1.05 | +0.05 | #38 |
| 2011 | 1.00 | −0.40 | #40 |
| 2010 | 1.40 | −0.16 | #24 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Qatar matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw control of corruption improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Qatar's control of corruption was 0.70 in 2025. Ranked 50th globally. This represents a 0.4% decrease from the previous year.
Qatar's control of corruption peaked at 1.56 in 2009.
The lowest control of corruption in Qatar was -0.05 in 1996.
Qatar ranks 50th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Qatar's control of corruption is projected to reach 0.70 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of Qatar in 2025 was 0.70. This ranks 50th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_qatar_control-of-corruption,
title = {Qatar Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/qatar/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}