Everything you need to know about Qatar's Visa on Arrival scheme 2018 - Includes answers to frequently asked questions

The following are the nations included under this:

1. Andorra

2. Argentina

3. Australia

4. Azerbaijan

5. Belarus

6. Bolivia

7. Brazil

8. Brunei

9. Canada

10. Chile

11. China

12. Colombia

13. Costa Rica

14. Cuba

15. Ecuador

16. Georgia

17. Guyana

18. Hong Kong

19. India

20. Indonesia

21. Ireland

22. Japan

23. Kazakhstan

24. Lebanon

25. Maldives

26. Mexico

27. Moldova

28. Monaco

29. New Zealand

30. Pakistan (Additional conditions apply, see Question 15)

31. Panama

32. Paraguay

33. Peru

34. Republic of Macedonia

35. Russia

36. San Marino

37. Singapore

38. South Africa

39. South Korea

40. Suriname

41. Thailand

42. Ukraine

43. United Kingdom

44. United States

45. Uruguay

46. Vatican City

47. Venezuela

2. What are the requirements for obtaining Visa On Arrival?

The passenger’s passport must be valid for at least 6 months.

The passenger must have a confirmed return or onward ticket.

3. Is there any fee for the visa on arrival?

The visa is granted completely FREE of charge and there are no charge for extension / renewal.

4. Is hotel booking required?

The Ministry of Interior has clarified that hotel booking is not required for on arrival visas.

If there is no hotel booking, you should carry the address and mobile number of the friend / relative in Qatar who would host you. This should be provided if asked at the immigration.

TIP: It is better to carry the copies of Qatar ID and Passport of the host as you might be asked at the departure airport.

5. Should I use only Qatar Airways for my travel?

You can use any airline to Doha. There are no restrictions on mode of travel.

TIP: If you are traveling via another airline, make sure your airline knows about this Visa On Arrival facility. Some airline staff who are unaware about this facility may refuse to board you without a visa.

6. Should I show proof of funds / credit cards?

Proof of funds / credit card are not needed if you are being hosted by a friend / relative (For Pakistani nationals, refer to Question 15).

7. Should I show the salary certificate or tenancy contract of my host?

Host’s salary certificate or tenancy contract is not required for visa on arrival. There is no minimum salary requirement for any one to host a visitor.

8. Is there a special counter to go or forms to be filled at the airport?

There is no special counter to go or forms to be filled. Upon arrival, you can join the regular queue for immigration.

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