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Qatar visa requirements by passport

99 passports can enter Qatar visa-free or with a visa on arrival, 99 need an online ETA or e-Visa, and 0 need a visa issued before travel.

MRBy Muddassar Raza, Visa and Trips / MERN SolutionsLast updated

Capital
Doha
Currency
Qatari riyal (QAR)
Languages
Arabic
Region
Western Asia

Visa-free (6 passports)

No visa needed for a tourist visit. Bring a valid passport, onward ticket and proof of funds.

Visa on arrival (93 passports)

You get the visa at the border. Bring cash/card for the fee, a photo and your onward ticket.

e-Visa required (99 passports)

Apply online before travel. Approval is linked to your passport.

Guides

Qatar entry rules: common questions

Checked against official government sources on 23 Oct 2026.

Who needs a visa for Qatar?

99 passports can enter Qatar visa-free or with a visa on arrival, and 99 need an ETA, e-Visa or embassy visa before travel. Pick your passport on this page for the exact rule.

What should I know before travelling to Qatar?

Many nationalities get a free visa waiver on arrival; some must pre-book a Discover Qatar hotel before arrival.

Official sources

Important, private service

Visa and Trips is a private visa-assistance service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government or embassy. Prices are all-in totals that include government fees where applicable and our service fee. Approval decisions are made solely by the relevant authorities.

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