Singapore, with a per capita consumption of 93.63 barrels of oil in 2025, is recognized as the world leader in per capita oil consumption. This country, which has a limited population, has become one of the important centers for supplying fuel to ships due to its strategic location in the Strait of Malacca and its extensive activities in shipping.
Ranking of Countries Based on Per Capita Oil Consumption
According to the "World Energy Review 2026" report by Eni, Curacao with 84.41 barrels and Brunei with 43.83 barrels rank second and third respectively in this table. It is noteworthy that the oil consumption of these countries is not limited to domestic use; it also includes fuels used in shipping and industrial activities. Thus, the per capita oil consumption in these countries somewhat reflects their economic and commercial activities.
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Position of Middle Eastern Countries in Per Capita Oil Consumption
Middle Eastern countries, especially Qatar, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia, are among the top 10 countries in the world in terms of per capita oil consumption. Qatar has achieved fourth place with a consumption of 40.19 barrels per person. Following this, Malta with 39.65 barrels and Kuwait with 39.23 barrels rank fifth and sixth. The United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia also stand in seventh and eighth places with consumption of 36.74 barrels and 36.68 barrels respectively.
This ranking reflects the impact of energy-intensive industries, economic structure, and the history of access to low-priced fuel in Middle Eastern countries. The smaller populations of these countries compared to larger economies, along with high industrial activities, contribute to the increase in per capita oil consumption.
Overall, among the top 20 countries and territories on the list, six countries are in the Middle East, highlighting the importance of economic structure and energy consumption patterns in this region. Meanwhile, the largest oil consumers in the world by total volume, such as the United States, China, and India, do not have a place in this ranking.
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