Qatar e-Visa general information
Qatar e-Visa is an electronic visa that enables its holders to travel to Qatar via a simplified procedure. It was implemented for foreign citizens in 2017 by the Qatar government.
According to the Qatar visa policy, there are Qatar ETA (for people with a valid residence permit or a visit visa to Australia, Canada, USA, New Zealand, or any of the Schengen Area countries), a tourist e-Visa, a transit e-Visa, and a GCC Residents Visa, designed for all GCC residents.
The online visa to Qatar stays valid for one month and allows one 30-day visit to Qatar for tourism and business matters, and 5-day stay for transit.
The application process for a Qatar electronic visa involves several straightforward steps: a traveler should fill out the form, upload copies of required documents, make the online payment, and check the email address.
Once approved, the online visa to Qatar will be delivered to the applicant's email address. It is necessary to make a Qatar e-Visa hard copy and have it on hand with a valid passport.
Who needs a Qatar e-Visa?
A Qatar e-Visa is required for citizens of eligible countries traveling to Qatar.
See the list below and find out if you should apply for a Qatar visa online:
Andorra*
United Arab Emirates*
Afghanistan*
Albania
Armenia*
Angola
Argentina*
American Samoa*
Austria
Australia
Azerbaijan*
Bosnia and Herzegovina*
Barbados*
Bangladesh*
Belgium
Burkina Faso*
Bulgaria
Bahrain*
Burundi*
Benin*
Brunei
Bolivia*
Brazil*
Bahamas*
Bhutan*
Botswana*
Belarus*
Belize*
Canada
Congo*
Central African Republic*
Republic of the Congo*
Switzerland*
Ivory Coast*
Chile*
Cameroon*
China*
Colombia*
Costa Rica*
Serbia*
Cuba*
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Germany
Djibouti*
Denmark
Dominica*
Dominican Republic*
Algeria*
Ecuador*
Estonia
Egypt*
Western Sahara*
Eritrea*
Spain
Ethiopia*
Finland
Fiji*
Micronesia*
France
Gabon*
United Kingdom
Grenada*
Georgia*
Ghana*
Gambia*
Guinea Bissau*
Guinea*
Equatorial Guinea*
Greece
Guatemala*
Guyana*
Hong Kong*
Honduras*
Croatia
Haiti*
Hungary
Indonesia*
Ireland
India*
Iraq*
Iran*
Iceland
Italy
Jamaica*
Jordan*
Japan*
Kenya*
Kyrgyzstan*
Cambodia*
Kiribati*
Comoros*
Saint Kitts and Nevis*
South Korea*
Kuwait*
Kazakhstan*
Laos
Lebanon*
Saint Lucia*
Liechtenstein*
Sri Lanka*
Liberia*
Lesotho*
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Latvia*
Libya*
Morocco*
Monaco*
Moldova*
Montenegro*
Madagascar*
Marshall Islands*
Macedonia*
Mali*
Myanmar*
Mongolia*
Macau*
Mauritania*
Malta
Mauritius*
Maldives*
Malawi*
Mexico*
Malaysia*
Mozambique*
Namibia*
New Caledonia*
Niger*
Nigeria*
Nicaragua*
Netherlands
Norway
Nepal*
Nauru*
New Zealand
Oman*
Panama*
Peru*
Papua New Guinea*
Philippines*
Pakistan*
Poland
Sierra Leone*
San Marino*
Senegal*
Somalia*
Suriname*
El Salvador*
Syria*
Chad*
Timor Leste*
Togo*
Thailand*
Tajikistan*
Turkmenistan*
Tunisia*
Tonga*
Turkey*
Tuvalu*
Taiwan*
Tanzania*
Ukraine*
Uganda*
United States
Uruguay*
Uzbekistan*
Vatican City*
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines*
Venezuela*
Vietnam*
Samoa*
Yemen*
South Africa*
Zambia*
Zimbabwe*
Singapore*
Seychelles*
Palau*
Rwanda*
Portugal
Sweden
Slovakia
Slovenia
Saudi Arabia*
Trinidad and Tobago*
Romania
Paraguay*
Sudan*
South Sudan*- Kosovo*
Solomon Islands*
Sao Tome and Principe*
Cape Verde*
Antigua and Barbuda*
Eswatini*
In order to apply online for a Qatar visa, the countries marked with "*" must provide one of the documents:
- a current tourist or business visa issued by the US, UK, or one of the Schengen member countries (used at least once to access the country that issued the visa);
- a GCC residence visa (for at least 3 months);
- a permanent residence visa issued by the US, UK, or the EU member countries.
Note: GCC citizens can enter Qatar without a visa.
Qatar visa application process
The Qatar application process is easy and does not require visiting a Qatar diplomatic mission in person. An applicant can grab their device and initiate the application procedure from any comfortable place:
- Choose the Qatar visa type (ETA, tourist e-Visa, transit visa, or GCC Residents Visa) and complete the application form.
- Attach the necessary documentation and cover the processing fees. To make the payment, you can use any method available on our website - debit/credit card or PayPal.
- Await the approval. The result will be sent to the email address used in the form. Print out the approved Qatar e-Visa and take it with you to the entry port.
Important: After confirming your payment, you will get a unique application code via email. Use it to check the status of your application. In case of any questions, contact our support team.
Qatar visa requirements
The required documents depend on a type of a Qatar e-Visa application.
Online tourist visa:
- an applicant's passport bio-data page
- applicant's face photograph
- a return/onward ticket
ETA:
- the bio-data page of the applicant's passport
- a return/onward ticket
- accommodation booking* or address of the host
- the applicant's valid residence permit or visit visa to Australia, Canada, USA, New Zealand, or any of the Schengen Area countries
GCC residents visa:
- documents stating the occupation
*The accommodation must be booked through the official website of the Qatari government.
Tips on how to ensure a successful Qatar visa application
- Familiarize yourself with Qatar visa requirements: Prepare the requested details and gather all the necessary documents.
- Check the Qatar visa application form several times: The information must be complete and correct; otherwise, your application may be refused.
- Ensure your internet connection is stable: Whether you choose Wi-Fi, mobile or hardwired internet, it must allow you to complete the procedure without issues.
- Submit your application at least several days before your trip: Leave enough time for processing.
Benefits of online Qatar visa application
The benefits of the Qatar electronic visa system include:
- Quick application procedure and speedy processing completed within a week
- Freedom of movement - it is possible to apply from any place as long as you have an internet connection
- The ability to track the application progress - you can contact our support team to know which status your application currently has
- The approved electronic visa to Qatar comes to your email address, and you can save it onto your device at any moment
FAQs about Qatar e-Visa
What is a Qatar e-Visa?
Qatar e-Visa is an official visa that is available through an online application form. It allows travelers to enter Qatar one time and stay there for 30 days.
Is Qatar e-Visa required for all travelers?
A Qatar e-Visa is required for all eligible travelers visiting Qatar. Check the list of eligible countries and see if you should apply for a Qatar e-Visa online.
What is the processing time for a Qatar electronic visa?
It may take up to 5 business days to process the Qatar e-Visa application. For that reason, we highly recommend that you submit the application at least a week in advance. Make sure to double-check the details that you provided in the application form to avoid mistakes.
How to apply for a Qatar visa online?
The Qatar e-Visa application process is simple: fill out the online application form, upload the documents, and pay the fees. Check your email address for result. Make a printout and take it to the entry port.
What is the validity of a Qatar e-Visa?
The online visa to Qatar stays valid for 30 days. However, if you apply for a transit Qatar visa, note that this visa type will remain effective for 4 days (96 hours) only. You can see the exact validity period on your approved Qatar e-Visa document.
What should I have to apply online for a Qatar visa?
Persons wishing to apply for a Qatar e-Visa must have a working device connected to internet, current email address, and means to make online payment. It is also required to provide proper documents, which depend on traveler's nationality.