Al Qatif (Al Qaţīf), Eastern Province
Al Qatif: governorate in Saudi Arabia
About
Quick Facts about Al Qaţīf
| Population | 68,371 |
| Country | Saudi Arabia, Portuguese Empire |
| State | Eastern Province (Saudi Arabia) |
| Different from | Qatif |
| Area | 611 km2 |
| Official name | محافظة القطيف |
| Has part | Qatif |
| Latitude & Longitude | 26.5654,50.0089 |
| Capital city | Al Qaţīf is capital of Lahsa Eyalet |
| Time Zone | Asia/Riyadh |
| Local time | 21:00:46 (9th April 2026) |
Geography
Al Qaţīf is located at 26°33'56"N 50°0'32"E (26.5654200, 50.0089000).
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Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68,371 | - | 12989 |
Ehl'-Katif, El Katif, Qatif, alqtyf, Эль-Катиф, القطيف