Traveller Information

Travelling to or from Qatar requires one to take many things into consideration. All visitors to Qatar require a visa, and certain passengers are eligible for visas on arrival. When travelling from Qatar, some expatriate residents and visitors must have exit permits. New less restrictive rules are being implemented. For your own convenience and comfort, it’s best to confirm these requirements before starting your journey. Qatar Airways is the state-owned flag carrier. The airline operates a hub-and-spoke network, flying to over 150 international destinations across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania from its base at Hamad International Airport (HIA), using a fleet of more than 200 aircraft. HIA is Qatar’s gateway to the world, and the home and hub of Qatar Airways, Qatar's five-star airline. HIA serves over 360,000 flights and 30 mn passengers every year. *Though information is updated every issue, details can change. Check with the airline in advance for up to date information. Visit the HIA website, dohahamadairport.com, and the Ministry of Public Health's Qatar Travel and Return Policy website, covid19.moph.gov.qa, to be aware of travel safety measures in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For details on visas, residence permits and entry requirements, see Day to Day Qatar in the Living in Qatar section or visit hukoomi.gov.qa and dohahamadairport.com

Visas Citizens from over 95 countries (see below) are eligible for visa-free entry into the State of Qatar. They can also choose to apply for a pre-approved visa using the new online service. Nationals of 243 countries can apply via this online visa service, qatarvisaservice.com, visitqatar.qa Other visas include business visit, an official visit and a work visa. Eligible Qatari companies may apply for these visas in advance of your visit. Visit the Ministry of Interior (MOI) or the Metrash 2 website at moi.gov.qa or the e-Government Hukoomi website at hukoomi.gov.qa for details. Citizens of the GCC, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Bahrain, can get a one month visa on arrival. Residents requiring a visa are subject to conditions, one being that the applicant's profession is one of those approved by the MOI. The visa will only be issued if your Residence Permit (RP) is valid for at least six months and if your profession (as mentioned on your RP) appears on the approved list. All expatriates living and working in Qatar must have a residence permit or a visit-to-work visa. Requirements can change, so it is always prudent to check with the Qatari Embassy or airline well in advance of your visit. See Day to Day Qatar in the Living in Qatar section for details on residence permits.

Things to consider When paying your visa fee, the passport control counters will only accept credit and debit cards. Use the designated bank counter for cash payment. Don’t commence your journey before confirming visa requirements and checking the expiry date on your passport. This will help minimise any inconvenience or delays during travel. If for any reason you’re denied entry into Qatar, then the MOI and your airline will provide assistance.

Visas on Arrival • Andorra • Argentina • Australia • Austria • Azerbaijan • Bahamas • Belarus • Belgium • Bolivia • Brazil • Brunei • Bulgaria • Canada • Chile • China • Colombia • Costa Rica • Croatia • Cuba • Cyprus • Czech Republic • Denmark • Ecuador • Estonia • Finland • France • French Guiana • Germany • Georgia • Greece • Guyana • Hong Kong • Hungary • Iceland • India • Indonesia • Ireland • Italy • Japan • Kazakhstan • Latvia • Lebanon • Liechtenstein • Lithuania • Luxembourg • Macedonia • Malaysia • Maldives • Malta • Mexico • Moldova • Monaco • Netherlands • New Zealand • Norway • Pakistan • Panama • Paraguay • Peru • Poland • Portugal • Romania • Russia • San Marino • Seychelles • Singapore • Slovakia • Slovenia • South Africa • South Korea • Spain • Suriname • Sweden • Switzerland • Thailand • Turkey • UK • Ukraine • Uruguay • USA • Vatican City • Venezuela

eCash cards If you're eligible for a visa on arrival visit the Immigration desk and pay any appropriate fees using your credit or debit card. If you would like to pay in cash, visit the designated bank counter before approaching Immigration. The bank will charge a fee (QAR25) to process your payment. Entry visas Tourist entry visa: One month – QAR100 plus QAR50 for each c* (companion registered on the passport). Tourist entry visa (sponsored): One month – QAR100. GCC residents visit visa: One month with an extension period of three months – QAR100 plus QAR50 for each c* per month, subject to conditions. Joint tourist visa for Qatar and Oman: One month costs QAR100 with an extension period of a month. Business entry visa: For one month and a maximum of three months – QAR200 plus QAR50 for each c* Family visit visa: One month to a maximum of six months – QAR200 plus QAR50 for each c* per month. Expatriates with family status can bring parents and siblings on a visit of up to six months (up to three months for other relatives). A Medical Commission check-up is necessary to extend the visa beyond one month (within 72 hours of arrival). Conversion of entry visa to visit/work/residence visas: QAR500 (without leaving the country). Visit hukoomi.gov.qa to ensure you get the latest information and fees as they do change from time to time. When flying with Qatar Airways, a transit visa is free of cost when you add a short transit or stopover between five and 96 hours in Doha to your itinerary without any additional fare charges. Use the multicity booking option to include the stop when booking your flight on qatarairways.com or through a travel agent. Priority processing All Al Maha customers, special assistance travellers and unaccompanied minors receive priority processing on arrival at HIA. Car rental, taxis and limousines See Getting Around Qatar in this section and Useful Numbers in the Motoring section.

Airlines (local agency in brackets)

Air India Air India Express Air France & KLM 4416 1651 4038 7373 4036 0582

Badr Airlines 4444 3321

Biman Bangladesh Airlines Cathay Pacific (TOT)

4444 3054 4445 8318 Ethiopian Airlines 4416 1010 IndiGo 4036 7777 Iran Air 4432 3666 Kuwait Airways 4442 2392 Middle East Airlines MEA 4434 2978 Nepal Airlines 4431 7070 Oman Air 4414 2222 Pakistan Int’l Airlines Pegasus Philippine Airlines (ST) Qatar Airways Qatar Airways Holidays Royal Air Maroc (ABA) Royal Jordanian SalamAir Singapore Airlines SriLankan Airlines (ABA) SyrianAir Tarco Air Turkish Airlines 4442 6292 4442 1807 4422 7302 4023 0000 4423 7104 4444 1161 4442 3888 4442 0944 4499 5740 4444 1217 4441 2912 3124 2999 4443 3028

*Due to the Qatar blockade being lifted, flights between Qatar, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt have now resumed. Book your flight with Air Arabia, EgyptAir, Etihad Airways, Flydubai and Saudi Arabian Airlines online or through a travel agency.

Travel Agencies

Ali Bin Ali Travel (ABA) 4444 1161 Darwish United Travels (DUT) 4445 2276 Mannai Air Travel 4428 2666 Regency Travel & Tours (RTT) 4434 4444 Space Travel (ST) Tawfeeq Travels Trans Orient Travel (TOT) 4422 7333 4448 4848 4445 8458