Qatar Sets Conditions for Electronic Travel Authorization

The Qatari government has established four conditions that foreigners must meet to obtain an electronic travel authorization (e-Travel Authorisation), which permits eligible visitors to receive a visa upon arrival in Qatar. According to the Qatari Ministry of Interior, applicants must present proof of hotel booking or other accommodation, a return or onward ticket, a passport valid for at least six months, and a copy of a residence permit or entry visa to relevant countries, which must be valid for no less than 30 days.

Once an application is reviewed and approved, the applicant will receive an e-notification valid for 30 days, which can be renewed online for an additional 30 days. The scheme allows travelers to enter Qatar and stay for up to 30 days in a single visit.

If a visitor wishes to extend their stay beyond this period, they may do so online without leaving the country. However, travelers who leave Qatar must submit a new application for re-entry.