Embassy
Embassy of the United States in Qatar
22nd February Street
Qatar visa requirements for American citizens
American citizens do not need a visa for Qatar. Show your passport at the border and stay up to 90 days.
Passport
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United States
Going to
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Qatar
No visa needed
Just show your passport at the border.
- Visa
- Not required
- Max stay
- 90 days (3 months)
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
Special rules for American citizens in Qatar
- Persons with unpaid fines are prohibited from departing Qatar.
What to do
Check your passport is valid for the whole stay, ideally six months beyond it.
Carry proof of onward travel and of funds; border officers can ask for both.
Note the maximum stay and count your days in Qatar.
Ways into Qatar
Visit Qatar without a visa, through Hayya, or through an embassy.
Visa on arrival For your passportUS citizen entry permitUS citizens with an accepted passport can register on Hayya or apply on arrival.
- Stay
- 90 days
- Valid for
- 730 days
- Fee
- US$21
- Entries
- Multiple
How to apply
- Register through Hayya F1 or apply on arrival.
- Use a staffed passport desk on your first entry.
- Pay the first-entry fee.
Documents required
- Accepted US passport valid 90 days
- Valid return ticket
- Clear address in Qatar
- Each visit allows up to 90 days; the permit ends earlier if your passport expires.
- Travel documents are not accepted; Hayya requires no accommodation proof, but an address is needed.
eTA requiredHayya travel visa A3Apply online using an eligible foreign visa or permission to live abroad.
- Fee
- QAR 100
- Entries
- Single
How to apply
- Choose A3 on Hayya.
- Add your foreign visa or residence details.
- Send your application and pay when asked.
- Get your approved permit before travel.
Documents required
- Passport valid 90 days
- Eligible foreign visa or residence permit
- Return flight ticket
- Place to stay
- Hotel booking
- Accepted: US, UK, Canada, Schengen countries, Australia or New Zealand visas or residence permits.
- Your foreign permission must remain valid through application and approval; Qatar approval is separate.
eVisaGulf resident visa A2Foreign residents of 5 Gulf countries can apply online through Hayya.
- Fee
- QAR 100
How to apply
- Apply for A2 on Hayya.
- Add your passport and Gulf residence details.
- Pay the fee and get your approved permit.
- Travel to Qatar from the country where you live.
Documents required
- Passport valid 90 days
- Gulf residence ID valid 90 days
- Return ticket if flying
- Official pages disagree: 30 days/single entry versus 60 days/multiple entries still under review.
- Check the stay and entry rules on your approved visa.
eVisaHayya tourist visa A1Apply online for a holiday or to visit friends or family.
- Fee
- QAR 100
- Entries
- Single
How to apply
- Apply for A1 on Hayya.
- Add your passport and place to stay.
- Pay when asked after approval.
- Get your approved entry permit before travel.
Documents required
- Passport valid 90 days from arrival
- Hotel booking or Hayya host record
- Return flight ticket
- Approved Hayya entry permit
- Check your application for hotel booking rules and exceptions.
- Enter by the last entry date on your permit.
Visa on arrivalGulf resident arrival visaGulf residents with an approved job can apply for a visa on arrival.
- Stay
- 30 days
- Fee
- QAR 100
- Entries
- Single
How to apply
- Check your job is on the approved list.
- Prepare your residence, ticket, stay and insurance documents.
- Apply on arrival and pay.
Documents required
- Passport valid 90 days
- Gulf residence and job proof
- Confirmed return ticket
- Hotel booking or host's address
- Approved health insurance
- Travel insurance
- The approved list has 206 jobs.
- The first stay is 30 days and can be extended.
Visa requiredEmbassy tourist visaTourists can ask a Qatar embassy how to apply.
- Fee
- QAR 200
How to apply
- Contact the Qatar embassy handling your application.
- Ask for its form and document list.
- Confirm its fee and payment method.
- Send your form and required documents.
Documents required
- Visa application form
- Passport
- Washington lists a 30-day stay with no extension.
- Enter within 90 days of issue.
- Bring a passport valid 180 days and 2 colour photos.
- Photos must be 2 × 2 inches under general instructions ported here: ask embassy.
Sources (31)Last updated 11 November 2026
- Ministry of Interior — General Directorate of Passports and visa services
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs — visitor visas and mission fees
- Hayya — official online entry platform
- Hayya — visa, accommodation, companion and event FAQs
- Hayya — indexed visitor visa requirements
- Hayya — general, GCC resident and US citizen guidance
- Visit Qatar — official visa checker, transit and joint visa guidance
- Qatar Embassy in London — visa information
- Qatar Embassy in Washington — consular and visa services
- Qatar Embassy in New Delhi — visa information; generic advance-visa statement differs from detailed Ministry arrival rules
- Qatar Consulate in Hong Kong — official visas, Macau arrival route and other entry guidance
- Qatar Tourism — A2 changes effective 30 November 2025
- Qatar Civil Aviation Authority — entry, transit and departure
- Discover Qatar — official transit-tour desk and transit visa service linked by Qatar Tourism
- Hukoomi — issue transit visa through the foreign ministry
- Qatar University — student visa application and requirements
- Macao government — Qatar's free arrival visa notification, 18 August 2026
- Hukoomi — visa overview and family visit extensions; older general rules used only where identified
- Ministry of Interior — detailed free 90-day tourist arrival list
- Ministry of Interior — detailed free 30-day tourist arrival list
- Ministry of Interior — US citizen entry procedures
- Ministry of Interior — Pakistani, Indian and Thai arrival route
- Ministry of Interior — Ukrainian arrival route
- Ministry of Interior — Iranian tourist and business arrival routes
- Ministry of Interior — Belarusian tourist and business arrival routes
- Ministry of Interior — GCC resident arrival visa
- Ministry of Interior — GCC citizen companion arrival visa
- Ministry of Interior — joint Qatar–Oman arrival visa
- Ministry of Interior — sponsored business visa
- Ministry of Interior — company-sponsored work visa
- Ministry of Interior — revised family visit and residence conditions
Embassies for this trip
For lost passports and emergencies.
Coming from United States
- Plugs D F G LAdapter needed
- MoneyQAR ر.ق
- Time+15h
- DrivingOn the rightSame as home
- LanguageArabic
- Emergency999 police
Planning your Qatar trip
Best time to go: December, January and February are best for avoiding the heat. Summer, from May to September, is very hot and humid, with temperatures sometimes reaching 50°C.
- Souq WaqifThis restored market in Doha has traditional surroundings and shops selling spices, dried fruit, clothes and household goods.
- The PearlThis is a luxury shopping destination with brands from around the world.
- Mall of Qatar, Festival City and City CenterThese are among Qatar's biggest malls, with international, Middle Eastern and local brands.
Scams to watch for in Qatar
- Tampered taxi meterA driver uses a meter that has been altered, so the displayed fare may be higher than it should be. Reports of tampered meters have increased in Doha.
- Wrong taxi tariffThe meter uses a tariff that does not match the journey. This can make the fare higher than it should be.
- Meter refusal and unclear taxi faresA driver refuses to use the meter, leaving you exposed to an unexpected fare. Some legitimate limousine services also have no meter and cost much more than ordinary taxis. A higher limousine price alone does not mean there is a scam.
About Qatar
Qatar is a peninsular emirate on the western coast of the Persian Gulf, bordering Saudi Arabia.
- Capital
- Doha
- Money
- Qatari riyal (ر.ق)
- Languages
- Arabic
- Time zone
- UTC+03:00
- Cars drive on the
- right side
- Calling code
- +974
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Questions
Are there special rules for American citizens visiting Qatar?
Do american citizens need a visa for Qatar?
American citizens do not need a visa for Qatar. Show your passport at the border and stay up to 90 days.
How long can american citizens stay in Qatar?
Up to 90 days each visit with the no visa needed rule. Staying longer can mean a fine or a ban from coming back.
Do qatari citizens need a visa for the United States?
Qatari citizens need an eTA, a short online form, before flying to the United States.
Do other Americas passports get easier entry to Qatar?
Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Bahamas, Bolivia Brazil, and 5 more can enter without applying before they travel.
Which countries near Qatar are easier for american citizens?
Armenia, Georgia, Oman, Palestine Türkiye, and 3 more let american citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Qatar?
Check your passport is valid for the whole stay, ideally six months beyond it. Carry proof of onward travel and of funds; border officers can ask for both.
What money is used in Qatar?
Qatari riyal (ر.ق). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Qatar?
Arabic.
How strong is the United States passport?
It ranks #12 and reaches 150 destinations without applying ahead.
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