Qatar Colonial Records

Portuguese Colonization (1515-1550)
The Portuguese seized control in this area in 1515. Rule changed from the Portuguese to the Ottomans in 1550.

Ottoman Colonization (1550-1670, 1871-1915 )
The Ottomans were preferred over the Portuguese in 1550 and took control. They were expelled in 1670. The Ottomans took control again in 1871. In 1915, they withdrew their forces.

British Colonization (1916-1971)
Qatar became a British protectorate on 3 November 1916. Independence was gained on 3 September 1971.