Djibouti → Qatar
Djibouti 
QatarQatar visa requirements for Djibouti citizens (2026)
e-Visa required. Yes. Djibouti passport holders need an e-Visa for Qatar, issued online before travel. Typical processing: 3–10 business days.
- Total price
- From $75
- per traveler, all-in
- Estimated processing
- 3–10 business days
Visa and Trips is a private service, not a government agency. Price includes government fee and our service fee.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Qatar e-Visa requirements for Djibouti citizens
- Requirement
- e-Visa required
- Allowed stay
- Per visa terms
- Processing
- 3–10 business days
Typical estimate
Documents needed
- Scan of the passport data page (valid 6+ months)
- Recent passport-style digital photo, plain background
- Travel dates, entry point and accommodation details
- Return or onward ticket
How Djibouti citizens apply for the Qatar e-Visa
- Prepare a passport scan and a compliant photo.
- Apply online, with us or on the official portal, and pay the fee.
- Wait for approval (see processing time) and download the e-visa.
- Print a copy and travel with the passport used to apply.
Good to know
- Many nationalities get a free visa waiver on arrival; some must pre-book a Discover Qatar hotel before arrival.
Easier alternatives for Djibouti passport holders
Popular destinations with simpler entry for the Djibouti passport than Qatar, easiest first. Only rules we have verified against an official source are listed.
| Destination | Requirement | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | eTA / ETA required | Per visa terms |
Qatar at a glance for travellers
- 99 of 198 passports can enter Qatar without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Djibouti passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 42 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Visit Qatar: visas | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Qatar MOI: visit visas | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Official portal | Qatar Ministry of Interior – visas | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Qatar entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Djibouti citizens need a visa for Qatar?
Yes. Djibouti passport holders need an e-Visa for Qatar, issued online before travel. Typical processing: 3–10 business days.
What documents do Djibouti passport holders need for Qatar?
Scan of the passport data page (valid 6+ months); Recent passport-style digital photo, plain background; Travel dates, entry point and accommodation details; Return or onward ticket.
How long does the Qatar e-Visa take for Djibouti passport holders?
3–10 business days (typical estimate). Apply well ahead of your trip. Rush processing is available with Visa and Trips.
How much does a Qatar e-Visa cost with Visa and Trips?
From $75 per traveler, all-in. One total that includes the government fee and our service fee; the exact total is confirmed after we check your details, before you pay.
How do I apply for the Qatar e-Visa with Visa and Trips?
Tap “Apply now”, enter your trip and passport details and upload your documents. A Visa and Trips specialist checks everything, files your application, emails you a confirmation with the estimated processing time and sends your e-Visa as soon as it is issued. You can follow your order on the tracking page.