Navy comparison: 
United Arab Emirates vs 
Qatar
United Arab Emirates operates 62 warships compared to 117 for Qatar. Counting auxiliaries, reserve and non-commissioned hulls, the fleets number 83 and 126.
SEAS (Sea Equipment Aggregate Strength) Index face-off Full ranking →
United Arab EmiratesWorld #40
12.2
SEAS Index / 100
United Arab Emirates leads on 3 of 5 categories
QatarWorld #46
9.4
United Arab Emirates
Qatar
Bars: weighted contribution to the SEAS Index (hulls × category weight × size, era and propulsion factors, minor vessels capped at 30 % of the combatant points; the air-wing, sustainment, armament and availability multipliers apply on top) · figures: active hulls at each side's latest inventory year · Methodology
Key figures as of 2026
| United Arab Emirates | Qatar | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | United Arab Emirates Navy | Qatari Emiri Navy | |
| Total ships | 83 | 126 | 🇶🇦 1.5× |
| Active ships | 83 | 126 | 🇶🇦 1.5× |
| On order / planned | 4 | 4 | — |
| Submarines | 0 | 0 | — |
| Principal surface combatants | 0 | 0 | — |
| Amphibious ships | 10 | 6 | 🇦🇪 1.7× |
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| Corvettes | 11 | 4 | 🇦🇪 2.8× |
| Patrol boats | 31 | 76 | 🇶🇦 2.5× |
| Mine warfare | 2 | 0 | 🇦🇪 |
| Coastal boats | 8 | 31 | 🇶🇦 3.9× |
| Auxiliaries | 21 | 9 | 🇦🇪 2.3× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, United Arab Emirates or Qatar?
Qatar has a larger navy with 117 warships in service compared to United Arab Emirates's 62.
How do the United Arab Emirates and Qatar navies compare in size?
Qatar's navy is 1.9 times larger than United Arab Emirates's in terms of total ships (117 vs 62).