Qatar Tourist Visa Overview
Everything you need to know about electronic travel authorization
Qatar offers visa-free entry to many nationalities and Hayya tourist visas. Experience Doha's futuristic skyline, traditional souqs, world-class museums, and desert adventures.
ETA Categories
Choose the right Electronic Travel Authorization for your trip
Tourist Visa (Hayya)
For leisure travel, sightseeing, holidays, and visiting family in Qatar. The Hayya visa allows stays up to 30 days with single or multiple entry.
Business Visa
For business meetings, conferences, trade exhibitions, and professional engagements in Qatar's gas-rich economy.
Transit Visa
For travelers passing through Qatar to onward destinations with brief stopover stays during transit.
Key Requirements
Essential criteria for a successful ETA application
Processing Time
- Hayya Tourist Visa: 1-3 business days
- Regular: 3-5 business days
- Visa-free: Available for eligible nationalities
Visa Validity
- Hayya Tourist Visa: Up to 30 days
- Business Visa: Up to 90 days
- Visa-free: Up to 90 days for eligible nationalities
Visa Fees (QAR)
- Hayya Tourist Visa: QAR 100
- Visa-free (eligible nationalities): Free
- Business Visa: QAR 200-300
- Service Fee: Included in consultation
Application Process
Simple steps to get your Electronic Travel Authorization
Select Visa Type
Choose the correct visa category based on your travel purpose to Qatar
Complete Application
Fill out the visa application form with accurate personal and travel details
Submit Documents
Upload required documents and pay the applicable visa processing fees
Receive Visa
Get your approved visa and prepare for your journey to Qatar
Eligible Countries
Qatar offers visa-free entry to citizens of over 80 countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, most European nations, Japan, and Singapore for stays up to 90 days. The Hayya visa is available for other eligible nationalities.
Important Notes
- Visa-free entry available to citizens of over 80 countries
- Hayya Tourist Visa can be applied for online before travel
- Ensure passport has minimum 6 months validity before applying
- Print all visa documents and approval to present at immigration
- Overstaying your visa may result in fines and future travel restrictions
- Certain nationalities may require additional supporting documents
- Hayya visa is required for certain nationalities even for short stays
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