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Qatar Tourist  Visa

Here we take a look at how to apply for or get a tourist or visit visa for a trip to Qatar.

Non- GCC Resident Tourist process:

The State of Qatar issues Tourist Visas on arrival for nationals of 33 countries:

USA, Britain, France, Italy, Germany, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg, Switzerland, Austria, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Portugal, Ireland, Greece, Finland, Spain, Monaco, The Vatican, Iceland, Andorra, San Marino, Liechtenstein, Brunei, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and South Korea.

This service allows travelers or hotels to apply for a visa online ahead of time. Applicants are required to supply a sponsor ID in the application, which can be from a relative living in Qatar or an ID supplied by a hotel.
Citizens from outside the above countries should arrange for a tourist visa through a Qatari embassy or hotel in Qatar.

Application Process

Follow these steps to apply for a Tourist Visa:
  • Fill out the online application form (Click here to visit the online form>>)
  • Confirm and submit all required information
  • Pay appropriate fees if the application is approved
  • Print the visa and bring on your journey with you
Conditions

Visa holders are not allowed to work in Qatar during their stay.
Resident GCC Visit Visa Process

GCC residents with authorized professions who wish to visit Qatar may apply for an entry visa upon arrival at the airport or border. They may also apply for the visa through a Qatari embassy ahead of time. Click here for a list of the authorized professions >>

Application Process
Follow these steps to apply for a visa:
Bring along all required documents, including a copy of your passport and document confirming your profession.
Fill out any required documents.
Pay appropriate fees.

Conditions
Applicants must fulfill the following requirements to qualify for the instant visa:
Currently employed in one of the 188 authorized professions.
GCC residence permit valid for at least 6 months.
Original passport valid for at least six months.
Possess a return ticket to point of origin.

Additional Information
A fee of QR100 applies to each visa to be paid through credit card and QR50 for each registered minor or companion.
The visa is valid for one month, and can be extended for another three months.

A penalty of QR200 per day applies to each expired visa.
 
 
 
 
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