Qatar Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| British | Yes | Yes | No |
| Other EU | Yes | Yes | No |
| USA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | No |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | No |
Passports
To enter Qatar, passports must have one blank page and be valid for at least six months.
Passport Note
Israeli passport holders are not permitted to enter Qatar.
Passport Visa Note
In June 2017, the following countries cut diplomatic ties and closed their borders, territorial waters and airspace to Qatar, following Qatar's alleged involvement in funding Islamic militants: Bahrain, Egypt, Maldives, Saudi Arabia, UAE.
Visas
British, Irish, Australian, Canadian and US-American nationals do not need an entry visa for travel to Qatar and are allowed multiple stays up to 30 days within a time period of 30 days, which begins when the visa waiver is issued on their arrival. An extention for further 30 days is possible.
All other EU nationals do not need an entry visa for visits and touristic or business travel to Qatar and are allowed multiple stays up to 90 days within a time period of 180 days, which begins when the visa waiver is issued on their arrival.
Transit passengers who arrive by Qatar Airways and who have a stopover of at least 5 hours and up to 96 hours before continuing to a third country are eligible for a free transit visa.
Nationals from all countries who require a tourist visa for travel to Qatar can apply for an e-visa in advance from www.qatarvisaservice.com when using Qatar Airways as their air carrier.
Visa Note
Those applying for visas in advance must include recent bank statements OR a formal letter from your employer confirming that you are visiting Qatar on business (if you are applying for a business visa).
Nationals not referred to in the chart are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements for Qatar.
Types and Cost
Prices may vary depending on exchange rate and nationality of the applicant.
Visa on arrival: QR100 / about £25 (payable by credit card); tourist visa from the embassy: £25.
Validity
Visa on arrival: 30 days; tourist visa from the embassy: one month within three months of issue.
Transit
No visa is required if you don't leave the transit area. If you do plan to leave the airport, a transit visa is available for 24 hours.
Application to
Consulate (or consular section at embassy) or on arrival in some cases (see above). You can also apply for a tourist visa online via the Qatar e-Government website (www.gov.qa).
Nationals of countries where Qatar has no diplomatic representation may apply for visas through an alternative embassy or their hotel in Qatar, which will arrange for the visa to be collected on arrival at the airport.
Those wishing to visit friends or relatives in Qatar may ask them to apply to the immigration authorities in Qatar on their behalf for a visa.
Temporary residence
You can only apply for a temporary residence visa if you have a firm job offer or contract from an employer in Qatar. Work permits can only be obtained by a local sponsor.
Working days
Allow 10 working days for visa processing if applying via the embassy.
Sufficient Funds
If applying for a visa in advance, you must show a recent bank statement with a balance of at least £800.
Extension of stay
Tourist visas cannot be extended.
Entry with pets
You must obtain a permit from the Department of Animal Resources, along with a health certificate issued by a vet in your home country.
This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.
Embassies and tourist offices
Embassy of the State of Qatar in the USA
Telephone: +1 202 274 1600.
Website: http://washington.embassy.qa/en
Address: , 2555 M St. NW, Washington, DC 20037,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0900-1700 (embassy business hours); 0930-1230 (consulate section)
Embassy of the State of Qatar in the UK
Telephone: +44 20 7493 2200.
Website: http://london.embassy.qa/en/embassy
Address: Mayfair, 1 South Audley Street, London, W1K 1NB,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0930-1600 (general enquiries); 1000-1300 (visa section).
British Embassy in Qatar
Telephone: +974 4496 2000.
Website: http://www.gov.uk/government/world/organisations/british-embassy-doha
Address: PO Box 3 off Wahda St near Rainbow roundabout, West Bay, Doha, ,
Opening times:
Sun-Wed 0800-1530. Thurs 0800-1330.
