Qatar Passport & Visa Requirements

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Entry requirements for Americans: United States citizens with a valid passport may obtain a visa on arrival, allowing for a one-month stay, for a fee of between QAR 50 and QAR 150.

Entry requirements for UK nationals: British passport holders whose passports are endorsed British Citizen may obtain a visa on arrival, allowing for a one-month stay. Holders of other British passports are advised to check on entry requirements for Qatar.

Entry requirements for Canadians: Canadian citizens with a valid passport may obtain a visa on arrival, allowing for a one-month stay, for a fee of between QAR 50 and QAR 150.

Entry requirements for Australians: Australians with a valid passport may obtain a visa on arrival, allowing for a one-month stay, for a fee of between QAR 50 and QAR 150.

Entry requirements for South Africans: South Africans require a valid passport and a visa to enter Qatar.

Entry requirements for New Zealanders: New Zealanders with a valid passport may obtain a visa on arrival, allowing for a one-month stay, for a fee of between QAR 50 and QAR 150.

Entry requirements for Irish nationals: Irish citizens with a valid passport may obtain a visa on arrival, allowing for a one-month stay, for a fee of between QAR 50 and QAR 150.

Passport/Visa Note: Visitors should have tickets and documents for return or onward travel and sufficient funds to cover their stay. If on a tourist visa, visitors should have proof of confirmed hotel reservation and a minimum of USD 1,400 or a major credit card. Those without diplomatic representation in Qatar require passports valid for at least six months upon arrival. If holding a visa for Oman an additional visa for Qatar is not required. As of 1 May 2010 Qatar has decided to remove visas on arrival for the citizens of 33 countries. All visitors staying in Qatar for more than one month need to obtain a Residence Permit after arrival. The government of Qatar does not accept temporary passports. It is highly recommended that passports have at least six months validity remaining after your intended date of departure from your travel destination. Immigration officials often apply different rules to those stated by travel agents and official sources.


Note: Passport and visa requirements are liable to change at short notice. Travellers are advised to check their entry requirements with their embassy or consulate.

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