Qatar Mobile Subscriptions
Mobile cellular subscriptions per 100 people IT.CEL.SETS.P2
Qatar's mobile subscriptions was 171.60 in 2025, ranked 18th globally. This represents a 8.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Qatar's mobile subscriptions stood at 171.60 in 2025, a rise of +13.78 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 171.60 by 2025. Qatar ranked 18th globally.
Qatar has experienced a significant growth in mobile subscriptions over the past four and a half decades, rising from zero in 1981 to 171.60 by 2025. This represents the highest level of mobile penetration in the country's history, surpassing even the rates of its peer countries such as South Africa, with 171.24 mobile subscriptions per 100 people. The growth has been steady, with Qatar's mobile subscription rate increasing steadily since 1981, when no mobile subscriptions existed. As of 2025, Qatar ranks 18th globally in mobile subscription rates. The country's rapid economic development, driven by its oil and gas reserves, has likely contributed to the widespread adoption of mobile technology. However, the trajectory of Qatar's mobile subscription growth may be impacted by the increasing adoption of fixed broadband and 5G services, which could potentially alter the trend in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Mobile Subscriptions | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 177.84 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 171.60 | - | - |
| 2025 | 171.60 | +13.78 | #18 |
| 2023 | 157.82 | −4.43 | #19 |
| 2022 | 162.25 | +24.54 | #18 |
| 2021 | 137.71 | +2.21 | #34 |
| 2020 | 135.50 | −4.52 | #32 |
| 2019 | 140.02 | −2.89 | #26 |
| 2018 | 142.91 | −4.45 | #20 |
| 2017 | 147.36 | +6.84 | #22 |
| 2016 | 140.52 | −13.58 | #29 |
| 2015 | 154.10 | +5.08 | #18 |
| 2014 | 149.02 | −13.84 | #20 |
| 2013 | 162.86 | +26.47 | #11 |
| 2012 | 136.40 | +9.27 | #40 |
| 2011 | 127.13 | −0.79 | #42 |
| 2010 | 127.92 | +5.05 | #33 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Qatar matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw mobile subscriptions improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Qatar's mobile subscriptions was 171.60 in 2025. Ranked 18th globally. This represents a 8.7% increase from the previous year.
Qatar's mobile subscriptions peaked at 171.60 in 2025.
The lowest mobile subscriptions in Qatar was 0.00 in 1960.
Qatar ranks 18th globally in mobile subscriptions as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is IT.CEL.SETS.P2. Data sourced from World Bank.
Qatar's mobile subscriptions is projected to reach 171.60 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The mobile subscriptions of Qatar in 2025 was 171.60. This ranks 18th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_qatar_mobile-subscriptions,
title = {Qatar Mobile Subscriptions},
url = {https://historysaid.com/qatar/mobile-subscriptions/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}