Qatar grants tourist visas at border points for the nationals of more than 33 countries including USA, Canada, Iceland, West European countries, some East European countries, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, South Korea, Brunei, Australia and New Zealand, besides the nationals of the GCC countries. Visit visas for the residents of the GCC countries and their companions are issued at border points, while entry visas for businessmen coming from places other than the countries mentioned above need to be arranged beforehand.

Visitors on tourist visas are required to use Qatar Airways to enter the country. The passport section at Doha international airport can issue renewable 14-day tourist visas in 24 hours for all visitors to Qatar with the exception of travel documents holders. Such visitors should have their next of kin living in Qatar, and they are not required to have residence permits in one of the GCC countries in order to get a tourist visa. This arrangement goes in line with the policy of openness currently prevailing in various fields in the State of Qatar.

Types of Visas
1. Tourist Visa
Applications for tourist visas are submitted to the Immigration Department (Airport Visas Section) by one of the registered hotels. Visas are usually given within 24 hours and are valid for 14 days. They can be extended for another 14 days.

2.Business Visa
A company or a recognized establishment submits an application to the Immigration Department (Airport Visa Section). Visas are usually given within 24 hours and are valid for 14 days. They may be extended for another 3 months.

3. GCC Residents Visa
GCC residents are granted a visa at the Airport. The visa is valid for 14 days and may be extended for another 14 days. Having a valid residence visa in any GCC country is a precondition.

4. Visa for the Companions of GCC Nationals
This visa is granted at any entry point.

5. Work Visit Visa
The Ministry of Interior issues approval. The sponsor handles fees and collection of visa.

6. Family visit Visa
The Ministry of Interior issues approval. The sponsor handles fees and collection of visa.

7. Multiple-entry Business Visa
The Ministry of Interior issues approval. The sponsor handles fees and collection of visa, usually given within 24 hours.

8. Working Visa valid for one year and more
The Ministry of Interior issues approval. The sponsor handles fees and collection of visa, usually given within 24 hours.

Residence Visas
1.Residence Work Visa
The Ministry of Interior issues approval. The sponsor submits the application, handles fees and collection of visa, usually given within 24 hours.

2. Residence Visa (for families)
The Ministry of Interior issues approval. The sponsor handles fees and collection of visa.