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Qatar

Asia · Western Asia · Capital: Doha

Travel purpose

🔑 A visa waiver for 30 days can be granted on arrival, given the following conditions: Must have a confirmed return ticket. Must provide a confirmed hotel reservation booked through the Discover Qatar website for the entire stay, subject to a minimum of a two-night booking.

Visa Free

No visa required for up to 30 days

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Max stay

30 days

Processing

3–5 working days

Appt. wait

~7 days

at BLS

Fee

₹2,663 (~$28)

30 days. A visa waiver for 30 days can be granted on arrival, given the following conditions: Must have a confirmed return ticket. Must provide a confirmed hotel reservation booked through the Discover Qatar website for the entire stay, subject to a minimum of a two-night booking.

Required documents
  • Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
  • 2 recent passport-size photographs
  • Confirmed return flight booking
  • Hotel / accommodation booking in Qatar
  • Bank statements for last 3 months
  • Salary slips or income proof

Last verified: 5 May 2026 · Source

All travel purposes

Business

Visa Free

No visa required for up to 30 days

Apply
Max stay

30 days

Processing

3–5 working days

Appt. wait

~7 days

at BLS

Fee

₹2,663 (~$28)

30 days. A visa waiver for 30 days can be granted on arrival, given the following conditions: Must have a confirmed return ticket. Must provide a confirmed hotel reservation booked through the Discover Qatar website for the entire stay, subject to a minimum of a two-night booking.

Required documents
  • Valid passport (at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay; 2 blank pages)
  • 2 recent passport-size photographs (white background, 35×45 mm)
  • Completed visa application form (obtain from embassy or VFS/BLS centre)
  • Confirmed return / onward flight bookings
  • Hotel / accommodation reservations or invitation letter from host
  • Bank statements for last 3–6 months (sufficient funds for duration of stay)
  • Salary slips / income proof for last 3 months
  • Employment letter with approved leave dates (or business registration if self-employed)
  • Income Tax Returns for last 2 years
  • Cover letter stating purpose of visit and itinerary
  • Travel insurance (recommended)

Last verified: 5 May 2026 · Source

Transit

Visa Free

No transit visa required — free Hamad Transit Visa available

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Indian passport holders do not need an advance transit visa for Qatar. A complimentary Hamad Transit Visa (valid 24–96 hours) is issued on arrival at Hamad International Airport (DOH) for passengers in transit.

Required documents
  • Valid passport
  • Confirmed onward flight ticket
  • Visa for destination country (if required)
  • Transit visa (if required for the layover country)

Last verified: 5 May 2026 · Source

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