The total number of visitors to Qatar during the months of January and February of this year jumped by 347 percent on an annual basis to 730,000 visitors compared to the same period last year, according to the Qatar News Agency, which confirms Qatar’s preservation of the tourism momentum it achieved from hosting the Qatar World Cup 2022. .
Thanks to a set of measures to facilitate obtaining a visa, Qatar is now one of the most open countries in the Middle East. Visitors from all over the world can now enter Qatar either by obtaining an instant visa on arrival or by completing simple online applications, based on the passport they hold.
In brief, we summarize for you the complete guide to obtaining a visa to visit Qatar
1- Immediate visa upon arrival, according to the website "Qatar Tourism"Citizens of more than 95 countries are entitled to enter the State of Qatar by obtaining an immediate visa upon arrival, and the permitted length of stay varies, and it is recommended that visitors verify the applicable terms and conditions from an accredited authority.
2- Health insurance document Travelers entering the State of Qatar must obtain health insurance from any insurance company registered with the Ministry of Public Health, and you can obtain your health insurance upon your arrival in Qatar, however, the Qatar Tourism website recommends obtaining it before travelling. The cost of the visitor health insurance policy is QR50 per month and must cover emergency services and accidents. The following is a list of insurance companies registered in the State of Qatar that can help you obtain a travel insurance policy without trouble:
3- Haya card The validity of the Haya card has been extended and will now allow its holders to enter the State of Qatar until January 24, 2024. Travel requirements with the Haya card: – Proof of a confirmed hotel reservation or accommodation with family or friends in an approved place on the Haya portal – A valid passport for a period of not less than Three months upon arrival in the State of Qatar – Health insurance valid for the duration of stay in the country – Return tickets All Haya card holders who visit the State of Qatar will be able to benefit from the following: – An initiative "Come with me" Which allows Haya card holders to invite up to three family members or friends – Multiple Entry Permit – Use the e-gate system to enter and exit through the country’s ports – No fees will apply
4- Immediate visa Citizens of eligible countries are not required to make any prior visa arrangements and can be exempted from a visa upon arrival in the State of Qatar, by presenting a passport valid for at least six months and a confirmed follow-up or return ticket. It is noted that citizens of India, Iran, Pakistan, Thailand and Ukraine must register via the Discover Qatar website before traveling to the State of Qatar.
The exemption is 180 days The exemption is valid for 180 days from the date of issue and entitles its holder to stay for up to 90 days in Qatar, whether during a single trip or on multiple trips. Antigua and Barbuda – Argentina – Austria – Bahamas – Belgium – Bosnia – Bulgaria – Croatia – Cyprus – Czech Republic – Denmark – Dominican Republic – Estonia – Finland – France – Germany – Greece – Netherlands – Hungary – Iceland – Italy – Latvia – Liechtenstein – Lithuania – Luxembourg – Malaysia – Malta – Netherlands – Norway – Poland – Portugal – Romania – Serbia – Seychelles – Slovakia – Slovenia – Spain – Sweden – Switzerland – Turkey – Ukraine
The exemption is 30 days, and the exemption is valid for a period of 30 days from the date of issuance, and entitles its holder to reside for a period of up to 30 days in Qatar. 1. Andorra 2. Australia 3. Azerbaijan 4. Belarus 5. Bolivia 6. Brazil 7. Brunei 8. Canada 9. Chile 10. China 11. Colombia 12. Costa Rica 13. Cuba 14. Ecuador 15. Falkland Islands 16. French Guinea 17. Georgia 18. Guyana 19. Hong Kong, China 20. India 21. Indonesia 22. Iran 23. Ireland 24. Japan 25. Kazakhstan 26. Lebanon 27. Macau 28. Macedonia 29. Maldives 30. Mauritius 31. Mexico 32 Moldova 33. Monaco 34. Montenegro 35. New Zealand 36. Pakistan 37. Panama 38. Paraguay 39. Peru 40. Russia 41. Rwanda 42. San Marino 43. Singapore 44. South Africa 45. South Korea 46. Suriname 47. Thailand 48. United Kingdom 49. United States 50. Uruguay 51. Vatican City 52. Venezuela
5- The joint tourist visa between Qatar and the Sultanate of Oman. This visa is issued upon arrival and is valid for 30 days for the State of Qatar and the Sultanate of Oman, and allows for multiple entry operations to both countries, and it can be extended for an additional 30 days for a fee. Citizens of the following countries are eligible for the combined visa: 1. Andorra 2. Australia 3. Austria 4. Belgium 5. Brunei 6. Canada 7. Cyprus 8. Denmark 9. Finland 10. France 11. Germany 12. Greece 13. Hong Kong 14. Hungary 15. Iceland 16. Ireland 17. Italy 18. Japan 19. Liechtenstein 20. Luxembourg 21. Malaysia 22. Monaco 23. Montenegro 24. Netherlands 25. New Zealand 26. Norway 27. Poland 28. Portugal 29. San Marino 30. Singapore 31. South Korea 32. Spain 33. Sweden 34. Switzerland 35. United Kingdom 36. United States 37. Vatican City
6- Transit visa to Qatar Passengers via Qatar Airways who stop in Qatar for a period of not less than 5 hours are entitled to apply for a transit visa in Qatar, which is free and valid for up to 96 hours (four days) and is available to travelers of all nationalities.
7- Visa Exemptions Nationals of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates) are not required to obtain a visa to enter Qatar.
