Qatar Visa Guide

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    • Visa Information

      Visa Requirements: Visa required.

      Visa Issuance:

      • Indian, Pakistani and Thai nationals can obtain free visa on arrival for a maximum of 30 days or according to the hotel reservation and under the following conditions:
      1. Valid passport for at least six months 
      2. Confirmed return tickets.
      3. Confirmed hotel reservation through “Discover Qatar” website only. Hotel reservations from other websites are not accepted.
      • According to the Ministry of Interior directions, all passengers holding visas are accepted as follows:
        1. Hayya entry permit of all types.
        2. Official government visit visas.
        3. Personal visit visas.
        4. Sports visas.
        5. Mission visas.
      • Regardless of the presence of an error in the following data:
        1. A slight error in the passport number (or a previous passport)
        2. A slight error in the name, its arrangement, and additions to the name such as( ben or Bent).
        3. Error in the type of passport (regular - diplomatic - special - mission - official - service).
        4. A slight error in the expiry date of the passport.
        5. A slight error in the date of birth.

        This data can be modified upon arrival in the country.

      • As for the following other basic data, the passengers will not be accepted unless it is amended:
        1. A passenger holding a travel document and registered with an ordinary or other passport.
        2. Difference in nationality.
        3. Sex difference.

      Please note that Regarding work visas (annual residence - work visit for several trips - annual work), the holder of this kind of visa will not bli accepted unless all data is 100% correct.

      • Ukrainian Nationals can obtain free visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 90 days or according to the hotel reservation and under the following conditions:
      1. Valid passport for at least six months
      2. Confirmed return ticket 
      3. Confirmed hotel reservation through “Discover Qatar” website only. Hotel reservations from other websites are not accepted.
      • Iranian Nationals can obtain tourist visa on arrival or business visa for a fee with a maximum stay of 30 days or according to hotel reservation and under following conditions:
      1. Valid passport for at least six months
      2. Confirmed return ticket 
      3. Confirmed hotel reservation through “Discover Qatar” website only. Hotel reservations from other websites are not accepted.
      4. The visa is granted for the specific period according to the Minister’s Decision No. 19 of 2007, which is
        1. An entry tourist visa on arrival for a period of one month (not extendable) for a fee of 100 riyals.
        2. Entry visa on arrival or business visa for a period of 1 month and maximum of 3 months for a fee of 200 riyals per month (a businessman visa is granted if there is an invitation letter from a Qatari establishment)
      • Belarussian Nationals can obtain tourist visa on arrival or business visa for a fee with a maximum stay of 30 days and under following conditions:
      1. Valid passport for at least six months
      2. The possession of the entry visa holder a cash amount equivalent to 1000 US dollars or a valid credit card
      3. Confirmed return tickets
      4. Confirmed hotel reservation in one of the country’s hotels during the visit period.
      5. The visa is granted for the specified period according to the Minister’s decision No. 19 of 2007, which is:
        1. An entry tourist visa on arrival for a period of 1 month (not extendable) for a fee of 100 riyals.
        2. Entry visa on arrival (for businessman) for a period of 1 month and a maximum of 3 months for a fee of 200 riyals per month.
      • Nationals of below listed 6 countries can obtain joint tourist visa on arrival for a fee of 100 riyals for a period of 30 days, which can be extended for a similar period, and under the following conditions:
      1. Valid passport for at least six months
      2. Confirmed return tickets
      3. Confirmed hotel reservation in one of the country’s hotels during the visit period.

      VISA on arrival for a fee of QAR 100 for a period of 30 days renewable for similar period for Nationals of following 6 countries

      Falkland Islands

      Macao

      Taiwan

      Mauritius

      French Guyana

      Montenegro

      • Nationals of 41 countries as listed below can obtain free visa on arrival for a period of 30 days, which can be extended for similar period and under following conditions:
      • Valid passport for at least six months 
      • Confirmed return ticket
      • Confirmed hotel reservation in one of the country’s hotels during the visit period.

      Free visa upon arrival for 30 days renewable for another 30 days for Nationals of the following 41 countries

      Azerbaijan

      San Marino

      Panama

      Bosnia & Herzegovina

      Mexico

      Cuba

      Macedonia

      Indonesia

      Paraguay

      Ecuador

      Surinam

      Peru

      Chile

      USA

      Lebanon

      Georgia

      Costa Rica

      Britain

      Brazil

      Venezuela

      Canada

      Maldives

      Andorra

      Vatican

      Australia

      Singapore

      Bolivia

      Ireland

      Hong Kong

      Colombia

      South Africa

      New Zealand

      Brunei

      Uruguay

      Guyana

      Kazakhstan

      China

      Japan

      Monaco

      Moldova

      Rwanda

      • Nationalities of below listed 43 countries can obtain free visa on arrival for a period of 90 days, which cannot be extended, and under the following conditions:
      1. Valid passport for at least six months
      2. Confirmed return ticket
      3. Confirmed hotel reservation in one of the country’s hotels during the visit period.

      Free visa upon arrival for 90 days not renewable for Nationals of the following 43 countries

      Armenia

      France

      Bulgaria

      Denmark

      Germany

      Luxemburg

      Slovakia

      Antigua and Barbuda

      Iceland

      Estonia

      Cyprus

      Poland

      Czechia

      Austria

      Malta

      Switzerland

      Serbia

      Belgium

      Portugal

      Croatia

      Lithuania

      Romania

      Greece

      Netherlands

      Spain

      Finland

      Bahamas

      Sweden

      Hungary

      Lichtenstein

      Slovenia

      Turkey

      Italy

      Argentina

      Turkish Cyprus

      Seychelles

      Dominican Republic

      Norway

      Malaysia

      Latvia

      South Korea

      Russia

      Ukraine

      HAYYA Card Holder:

      • The validity of the HAYYA card has been extended until 24 Jan 2024. All HAYYA Card holders are allowed to enter the State of Qatar until 10th Jan 2014 based on the following:
      1. A valid passport for a period of not less than 3 months, with the need to update any changes in the travel document information.
      2. Valid return ticket
      3. Valid HAYYA Permit with barcode attached
      4. Proof of a confirmed hotel reservation or proof of hosting family or friends issued by the Hayya platform.
      5. Valid Health Insurance Policy from accredited Insurance Companies listed by the Ministry of Public Health in the State of Qatar at the following link:https://www.moph.gov.qa/english/Pages/ics.aspx . Valid health insurance is required for all the customers eligible to obtain visa upon arrival via https://www.moph.gov.qa/english/Pages/ics.aspx,
      6. All customer are required to obtain health insurance for the specified period of Intended stay in the country
      7. Exemptions
        1. Holders of all type of visas issued prior to Arrival, by Embassies of the State of Qatar, visitors with diplomatic and/or special passport based on bilateral agreement, holder of Approved military cards
      • A new HAYYA Entry Permits application process has been initiated through the Hayya Platform for the following visa categories and based on the conditions specified for each category:
      1. HAYYA Entry Permit (A1) for Tourists: For all Nationalities, subject to the conditions and regulations specified on the platform.
      • Valid QR Code on the permit and details on the HAYYA permit and travel document to be similar.
      • Round Trip Ticket mandatory.
      1. HAYYA Entry Permit (A2) for Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) residents: Granted too all GCC residents of all professions, subject to the conditions and regulations specified on the platform.
      • Valid QR Code on the permit and details on the HAYYA permit and travel document to be similar.
      • Round Trip Ticket mandatory.
      • Valid residence permit in a GCC country for at least 3 months.
      • Profession on the residence card and entry permit should be same.
      1. HAYYA Entry Permit (A3) for Electronic Travel Authorization: Granted to all nationalities holding valid residence permits or visas from the following countries (United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Schengen countries in the European Union, Australia, New Zealand), subject to the conditions and regulations specified on the platform.
      • Valid QR Code on the permit and details on the HAYYA permit and travel document to be similar.
      • Round Trip Ticket mandatory.
      • The traveler should have a valid residence permit or visa in the following countries (United States, Canada, and United Kingdom, Schengen countries in the European Union, Australia, and New Zealand).
      1. HAYYA Entry Permit (A4) for companions of GCC Citizen or Resident: Granted to domestic helpers residing in GCC countries and under the sponsorship of the GCC Citizen or Resident, subject to the conditions and regulations specified on the platform.
      • Valid QR Code on the permit and details on the HAYYA permit and travel document to be similar.
      • Round Trip Ticket mandatory.
      • Valid residence permit in a GCC country for at least 3 months.
      • The traveler is accompanied the sponsor or his/her first or second-degree family member.
      1. HAYYA Entry Permit (B) for Events and Conferences: 
      • Valid QR Code on the permit and details on the HAYYA permit and travel document to be similar.
      • Round Trip Ticket mandatory.
      1. HAYYA Entry Permit (C) for HAYYA with me:
      • Valid QR Code on the permit and details on the HAYYA permit and travel document to be similar.
      • Round Trip Ticket mandatory.
      • Medical Insurance to cover the intended stay period in the country.

      NOTE: Kindly note that the previous (Hayya with me) Entry Permit continues to be valid in addition to the possibility of obtaining the existing visa on arrival for the following:

      • A1 category based on the nationality of the traveler (applicable for the attached 95 nationalities), all other nationalities must apply through Hayya Platform.

      VISA on Arrival Countries (95)

      Free visa upon arrival for 90 days not renewable for Nationals of the following 43 countries

      Armenia

      France

      Bulgaria

      Denmark

      Germany

      Luxemburg

      Slovakia

      Antigua and Barbuda

      Iceland

      Estonia

      Cyprus

      Poland

      Czechia

      Austria

      Malta

      Switzerland

      Serbia

      Belgium

      Portugal

      Croatia

      Lithuania

      Romania

      Greece

      Netherlands

      Spain

      Finland

      Bahamas

      Sweden

      Hungary

      Lichtenstein

      Slovenia

      Turkey

      Italy

      Argentina

      Turkish Cyprus

      Seychelles

      Dominican Republic

      Norway

      Malaysia

      Latvia

      South Korea

      Russia

      Ukraine

      Free visa upon arrival for 30 days renewable for another 30 days for Nationals of the following 41 countries

      Azerbaijan

      San Marino

      Panama

      Bosnia & Herzegovina

      Mexico

      Cuba

      Macedonia

      Indonesia

      Paraguay

      Ecuador

      Surinam

      Peru

      Chile

      USA

      Lebanon

      Georgia

      Costa Rica

      Britain

      Brazil

      Venezuela

      Canada

      Maldives

      Andorra

      Vatican

      Australia

      Singapore

      Bolivia

      Ireland

      Hong Kong

      Colombia

      South Africa

      New Zealand

      Brunei

      Uruguay

      Guyana

      Kazakhstan

      China

      Japan

      Monaco

      Moldova

      Rwanda

      VISA on arrival for a fee of QAR 100 for a period of 30 days renewable for similar period for Nationals of following 6 countries

      Falkland Islands

      Macao

      Taiwan

      Mauritius

      French Guyana

      Montenegro

      Free VISA on arrival for maximum period of 30 days for Nationals of the following 3 countries

      Pakistan 

      India

      Thailand

      Visa upon arrival for a fee of QAR 100 for a maximum period of 30 days for nationals of following 2 countries

      Iran

      Belarus

      • A2 category based on the mentioned professions only, all other professions must apply through Hayya Platform.

      APPROVED PROFESSIONS

      Aquatic Specialist

      Army Officer

      Investment Manager

      Surveyor

      Statistics Specialist 

      Police Office

      Archeological Director

      Assistant Pharmacist 

      Agriculture Specialist

      University Student

      Research & Studies Director

      Co-Pilot

      Gardening Specialist

      Physician (All Specialization)

      Insurance Manager

      Assistant Engineer (All Specializations)

      Medical Analysis Specialist

      Surgeon (All Specialization)

      Banking Business Manager

      Consultant

      Speech Specialist

      Veterinary Doctor 

      Production Director

      General Supervisor 

      Breeding Specialist (Animals/Birds/Bees)

      Pilot

      Manager/Director Of Any Government Departments/Companies

      Ships Supervisor

      Medical X-Ray Specialist

      Scientist

      Administrative Manager

      Banker

      Nutrition Specialist

      College Dean

      Broadcasting Manager

      Decoration Designer

      Zoology Specialist

      Astronomer

      Media Manager

      Tv Cameraman

      Psychiatrist

      Artist (Actor, Musician, Composer, Poet, Painter, Singer… Etc)

      Regional Director

      Cinema Cameraman

      Lab Specialist

      Telecom Technician

      Bank Manager

      Press Photographer

      Sports Medicine Specialist

      Professional Security & Safety Technician

      Commercial Manager

      Land Hostess

      Sociologist

      Medical Equipment’s Technician

      Marketing Manager

      Air Hostess

      X-Ray Specialist

      Control Equipment’s Technician

      Television Manager

      Program Producer

      Media Specialist

      X-Ray Technician

      Executive Manager/Director

      Ship Captain

      Customs Specialist

      Dental Technician (Fixing)

      Cooperative Society Manager

      Aircraft Pilot

      Medical Therapy Specialist

      Radio/Tv Transmission Technician

      Accounts Manager

      Male/Female Nurse

      Writer

      Optical Technician

      Cinema Director

      Cinema/Television Producer

      University Professor

      Ecg Technician 

      Company/Factory Manager

      Marketing Representative 

      Media Person

      Horse Bredding Technician

      Minatenance Manager

      Sports Representative

      Secretarty/Director Of Liberary

      Mining Technician 

      Printing & Publishing Manager

      Sales Representative

      Staffs At Embassies In GCC (Except Support Services Jobs)

      Microscopic Technician

      Hotel Manager

      Procurement Representative

      Archeological Researcher

      Geology Technician

      Electrical Manager

      Administration Coordinator 

      Administrative Researcher

      Well Drilling Technician 

      Finance Manager

      Archeological Prospector

      Legal Researcher

      Pharmaceutical Technician

      Sales Manager

      Engineer (All Specializations)

      Professor

      Foodstuff Technician

      Museum Manager

      Career Counselor

      Trader

      Ship Maintenance Technician

      School Manager

      Assistant General Manager 

      Geologist Quantity Enumerator

      Aircraft Maintenance Technician

      Plant Manager

      Captain 

      Quantitative Calculator

      Train Mentainenance Technician

      Theatre Manager

      Commercial Broker

      Referee (Sports)

      Lab Technician

      Hospital Manager

      Travel/Tourism Agent

      Finance/Economics Expert

      Aviation Technician

      Institute Manager

      Prosecutor 

      Law Expert

      Physicist

      Library Manager

      Ministry Undersecretary

      Information Systems Expert

      Judge

      Laboratory Manager]

      Finance Audit

      Diplomat (Members Of Diplomatic Corps)

      Chemist (All Specializations)

      Marine Transport Manager

      Investor

      President/Ceo

      Player (All Sports Items In A Sports Club)

      Land Transport Manager

      Marketing Outlet

      President/Director Of A University

      Author

      Air Transport Manager

      General Specialist

      Chief Justice

      Computer Programmer

      Tourism Agency Manager

      Manager (Variety)

      Head Of Prosecution

      Translator

      Tv/Radio Programs Presenter

      A Partner

      President/Director Of A Club

      Accountant/Auditor

      Correspondent (Newspaper/Radio/Tv)

      Sales Executive

      Weather Expert

      Lecturer

      Food Controller

      All Types Of Consultant

      Earthquakes Expert

      Lawyer/Advocate

      Aircraft Takeoff Controller 

      Aircraft Technician

      Captain Of Ship/Cruise/Carrier/Steamship

      Economic Analyst

      Maritime Controller

      Permanent Residence Holder

      Business Man

      Systems Analyst 

      Quality Controller 

      Golden Residency Holder

      Religious Person

      Operations Analyst

      Air Controller

      Housewife

      Architectural Draftsman

      Director

      Marine Traffic Controller

      Son / Daughter

      Executive Secretary

      Customs Clearer

      Media Controller

      Student

      Business Lady

      Sports Trainer

      Road Controller

      Husband / Wife / Son / Daughter / Mother / Father (GCC Citizen)

      Journalist

      Aviation Trainer

      Aircraft Landing Controller

      Head (Various)

      Pharmacist

      General Professional Trainer (Industrial/ Agricultural/ Commercial)

      Cruise Ship Guide

      Bank Official

      Jeweler

      Teacher/Instructor

      Tourist Guide

      Special Needs Teacher

      Proofreader

      Aviation Guide

      Software Designer

    • Passport Information

      Passport Requirement: Passport required

      Document Validity: Passports and other documents accepted for entry must be valid for a minimum of 3 months from the arrival date.

      Additional Information:

      • Passports must be machine readable to enter.

      • Visitors must hold return/onward tickets. 

      Information 1: This does not apply to passengers with a visa type Family-Senior State.

  • Everything to know while applying for a Qatar visa

    Craving a decadent change of scenery? Then perhaps the majestic mosques, modern architectural gems and historically influential sites around Qatar may help you reignite your love for travel.

    Qatar is one of the Arab countries located on the coast of the Persian Gulf. With Doha as the capital and financial hub, many travellers are drawn towards the city. Mainly because Doha has been named one of the Seven New Wonder Cities in the World.

    Doha is emerging as a popular tourist destination in the world. It is no surprise then, that the demand for a Qatar visa to enter this Arab country has sky-rocketed over the recent years. There are tons of places to visit and things to do in Doha and even within the country itself.

    Without a doubt, the Middle East offers a bundle of surprises for each traveller.

    And to explore the peninsular Arab country of Qatar you need a visa. So, if you are wondering what is the right visa for you, we’ve listed down the different types of Qatar visa for you to choose from.

  • How to apply for Qatar visa?

    To apply for Qatar visa, you need to visit the official website or any of the authorised agency.

    • You must visit the official website to apply for visa
    • Download and print the form, make sure the application form is printed on one side
    • You need to fill the form and sign the visa application
    • Attach the required documents and submit at the nearest visa help desk
    • Once submitted, you can track your visa process online
    • The passport you submit can be collected only after 7-10 working days
    • You can also request for delivery of passport at your doorstep
  • How to track visa application?

    You can check your visa application from MOI website. The Ministry of Interior (MoI) Qatar website makes it easy to check your application status, pending documents, visas, etc. You can use your visa number or your passport number to check the status of your visa application.

  • Types of Qatar Visa

    Here are the different types of Qatar visa -

    1. Tourist Visa
    2. Business Visa
    3. Work Visa
    4. Visit Visa
    5. Family Visa
    6. GCC Visa
    7. Transit Visa
    • Tourist visa

      Those who wish to visit Qatar can apply for a tourist visa which allows you to explore the cities and the many attractions. The Qatar tourist visa are of two types, short Qatar tourist visa is for 2 weeks, while the long Qatar tourist visa is for 3 months.

       Eligibility for tourist visa

      • You must have Indian passport
      • Your confirmed return ticket
      • Your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the day of departure
      • You must have proof of the accommodation
      • Completed payment processes

      Documents for tourist visa

      • Original Passport, at least 6 months validity
      • First and last page of your Passport (scanned colour copy)
      • Passport size photograph with white background
      • Return tickets from Qatar
      • Proof of hotel reservation
      • Bank statement

      Tourist visa validity

      The validity of a Qatar tourist visa is for upto 3 months.

      Stay duration of tourist visa

      Once you arrive in Qatar, visitors holding a tourist visa are allowed to stay for a period of 30 days.

    • Business visa

      If you are working in any company based in Qatar, you are eligible for a Qatar business visa. It is the responsibility of the Qatar company to look into your business visa. The visa can either be for 30 days or 90 days.

      Eligibility for business visa

      • You must have Indian passport
      • A complete return ticket
      • Your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the day of departure
      • You must have proof of the accommodation
      • Completed payment processes
      • You must have an invitation letter from the company/reason of business visa

      Documents for business visa

      • Original Passport, at least 6 months validity
      • First and last page of your Passport (scanned colour copy)
      • Passport size photograph with white background
      • Return tickets from Qatar
      • Bank statement
      • Letter from the company stating your business 

      Business visa validity

      The validity of Qatar business visa is for 3 months.

      Stay duration of business visa

      The duration of stay on a business visa depends on the type of visa duration you have applied for. I.e., 30 days and 90 days.

    • Work Visa

      If you have worked in a company for at least 2 years, your work visa will be sponsored by your company.

    • Visit Visa

      A visit visa is basically for those who are entering Qatar to visit a relative or a friend. In this type of visa, your family/friend will be sponsoring you. This visa is valid for 6 months.

    • Family Visa

      Despite having the same purpose, Family Visa is different from Visit Visa. This visa does not have an expiration date. Even an expat working in Qatar can sponsor their family to live in Qatar.

    • GCC Resident Visa

      A resident of a (Gulf Cooperation Council) GCC-country like Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom of Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, the State of Qatar, the Sultanate of Oman, and the State of Kuwait are eligible for GCC Resident Visa on arrival. But it also depends on the type of occupation.

    • Transit Visa

      Layovers are a fun way to explore a city before catching your flight to your final destination. But in order to exit the airport, you will need to apply for a transit visa before your departure. Qatar transit visa is valid for 24 hours which allows you to explore and stay in Qatar.

      Note: You need to arrange the Transit Visas through your local Qatari embassy before the date of your travel.

  • Things to keep in mind while applying for Qatar visa
    • If you apply for a Qatar visa prior to departure, the processing time takes around 7 to 10 days after the submission of fees. Except for the visas you get on arrival.
    • If you are flying via Qatar Airways, the flight reservation information is not required to be submitted by passengers.
  • What are some reasons why a Qatar visa may get rejected?
    • If you do not mention correct information in your visa form
    • Due to insufficient fund to travel
    • Not qualifying for the applied category
  • FAQs

    Do Indians need a visa to visit Qatar?

    Yes, an Indian national require a visa to enter Qatar.

    What is the validity of the Qatar Visa?

    The tourist and business visa are valid for 3 months. The duration of stay on tourist visa is 30 days and business visa are for 30 days and 90 days.

    What documents do I need to provide on arrival at Qatar?

    On arrival, the documents you may need to present at vaccination certificate, hotel booking, confirmed return tickets, and sufficient fund to support your stay.

    Will I get entry to Qatar once I arrive in the country?

    The decision is strictly based at the discretion of the immigration authorities. Even though you will arrive at the country, the immigration officers at the airport will make the final decision after looking at your documents.

    Why did my Qatar visa get rejected?

    One of the reasons why Qatar visa gets rejected is because of insufficient financial records. Your bank statement must show enough funds to help sustain your stay. You must possess documents that support your travel and avoid mistakes while filling the forms during immigration.

    What happens if I want to extend my stay in Qatar?

    Visitors entering on 30 days on-arrival visa can extend their stay in Qatar online for additional 30 days from the government website.

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