Qatar visa exemption for powerful visa holders

Qatar visa exemption for powerful visa holders

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Qatar visa exemption details

Qatar offers travel exemption to people who hold powerful visa like US visa, Canada visa, Schengen visa, UK visa, Australia visa, New Zealand visa or GCC Resident visa. People can use this visa exemption to travel to Qatar for tourism purpose. .

Qatar visa exemption conditions

  • Visa exemption does not apply, but eligibility to apply for a Qatar ETA is available.
  • The ETA is free of charge, granting a single-entry stay for 30 days.
  • The Canada visa must have a minimum of 30 days' validity from the arrival date.
    Eligible Countries:
    All Countries
Visa stay
30 days
Powerful Visas
7

Powerful Visas

Washington, D.C. • Northern America • North America
Developed • 324M • English
Tourist or Business Visa (B1/B2), Work Visa (L1/L2/H1/H4) and US Green card
USA
Ottawa • Northern America • North America
Developed • 36M • English
Canada Visitor Visa (V-1), Canada Work Visa (W-1), Canada Student Visa (S-1 and SW-1), Canada Transit Visa (VH-1) and Canada Permanent Resident Card
Canada
Europe
Developed • 447M • English
Short-term C-Type Schengen visa, Long-term D-Type Schengen visa , Transit A-Type Schengen visa and Schengen Residence permit
countries.names.EU
London • Northern Europe • Europe
Developed • 65M • English
UK tourist visa, UK student visa, UK work visa and UK permanent residency
UK
Canberra • Australia and New Zealand • Oceania
Developed • 24M • English
Australia Tourist Visa, Australia Work Visa and Australia Permanent Residency
Wellington • Australia and New Zealand • Oceania
Developed • 5M • English
New Zealand Tourist Visa, New Zealand Work Visa and New Zealand Permanent Residency
Middle East
Developed • 59M • Arabic
GCC Resident Visa

How to get Qatar visa exemption

Qatar visa exemption process is quick and easy, as long as the necessary documents and information are provided accurately. By following these 5 steps, Qatar can ensure a smooth and hassle-free process in obtaining an Qatar visa exemption.
  • 1
    Valid passport
    Check your your country passport is valid with at least 6 months of validity beyond your intended stay in Qatar, if not, apply for a new your country passport, the passport must also have at least one blank page for visa stamps.
  • 2
    Gather required documents
    Gather all the necessary documents required for a Qatar tourist visa including passport and other supporting documents required by the Qatar authorities, if your documents are in a language different from English, they need to be translated.
  • 3
    Arrival
    Upon arrival in Qatar, go to the immigration counter to begin the immigration clearance process, make sure you have all the required documents ready.
  • 4
    Submit documents
    Submit your passport to the officer at the immigration counter, you may be required to provide proof of return or onward travel and financial means to support your stay in Qatar.
  • 5
    Entry stamp
    The processing time for the process is typically a few hours if the queue is long, during this time, your passport will be reviewed by an immigration officer, if approved, the applicant will receive their stamp on the passport.

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Frequently asked questions

Holders of US visa, Canada visa, Schengen visa, UK visa, Australia visa, New Zealand visa or GCC Resident visa are eligible for visa exemption in Qatar.
Visitors with visa exemption can stay in Qatar for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
No, you do not need to apply for visa exemption before traveling to Qatar. You will be granted visa exemption upon arrival at the border.
No, visa exemption is only for tourism, business, or other non-work related activities.
Travel insurance is not required for visa exemption in Qatar, but it is recommended to have adequate coverage for medical expenses and other emergencies.
Visa exemption in Qatar only applies to entering and staying in Qatar. If you plan to travel to other countries, you may need to check their visa requirements.
While it is not a requirement, immigration officials may ask for proof of accommodation or return ticket as part of their assessment of your travel plans.
It depends on the severity of the offense and other factors. Visitors with criminal records should check with the Qatarn embassy or consulate in their country before traveling.
No, your passport must be valid at the time of entry to Qatar to be eligible for visa exemption.
Yes, visitors traveling for medical purposes can enter Qatar with visa exemption. However, it is recommended to have proper documentation and evidence of the medical purpose of your travel.
Yes, visitors can enter Qatar with their pets under certain conditions, such as having a valid health certificate and complying with Qatarn regulations for importing pets. It is recommended to check with the Qatarn embassy or consulate in your country for specific requirements.
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