Do I need a visa to visit Qatar?

Yes. All Indian nationals require a Visa to travel to Qatar.

What type of Qatar visas can I apply online?

You can apply online for a Qatar Tourist and Business e-visa.

When can I apply for a Qatar e-visa?

You can apply for a visa a maximum of 90 days and a minimum of 6 days before your intended travel date to Qatar. We recommend you apply as early as possible in order to avoid last minute delays.

How do I apply for my e-visa to Qatar?

We have the complete process simplified for you and will take care of the complete visa process right from verifying your documents to approval of your e-visa. We have it all covered for you.

How long is the Qatar Visa valid for?

Both Tourist and Business e-visas are valid for 3 months. One can stay upto 30 days on a tourist e-visa and upto 90 days on a business e-visa.

Do I need to personally visit the Qatar Consulate/Embassy to get my e-visa?

No. You do not need to visit the Consulate/Embassy. We will process your e-visa online as Indians are eligible for a Qatar e-visa.

On arrival into Qatar, what documents do I need to present?

At entry, you must show that you have a valid hotel booking, confirmed return tickets and sufficient cash in addition to your valid passport and e-Visa.

What are the advantages of applying for a Qatar e-Visa?

• Minimum document requirement;
• Swift processing-subject to qualifying the eligibility criteria and meeting the documents requirement, your visa can be processed within 3 working days;
• Convenient and cost effective i.e. most economical visa fee/charges;
• Electronic visa can be sent anywhere in the world through Email.

How long does it take to get a visa?

Provided all required documents are submitted correctly, visas are normally issued within 6 working days of your application.

Will I definitely get a visa if I apply online? If I get a visa, am I guaranteed entry in Qatar?

The decision to grant entry visas for Qatar is entirely at the discretion of the country’s immigration authorities. The granting of a visa does not guarantee entry in Qatar, the final decision is made by immigration officers at the point of entry.

Do I have to submit my passport for stamping before I travel?

No, you will receive an electronic visa, which does not require anything to be stamped on your passport ahead of travel. All visa copies are sent by email. You should print a copy of your e-visa and carry it with you when you travel to Qatar.

What are the passport requirements for applying for a Qatar e-Visa?

The Applicant’s passport should be valid for atleast 6 months with minimum 2 blank pages from the date of entry into Qatar.

What is OK to Board (OTB) and why is it needed?

Due to an expansion in fake visas to Qatar, many Indian passengers were deported back in the past. In order to control the fake visa issuance and any fraudulent activities; airlines and sponsors double check the Qatar Visa and Air tickets before departure and only after checking the visa authenticity, airlines update visa message in the respective PNR.

What is the time taken to get the OTB?

The Airline verifies the Qatar Visa and only then updates an Ok to Board message against the PNR. Airlines generally will take at least 24-48 working hours to update PNR after issuance of the Qatar VISA.

What is the main purpose behind updating the OTB? 

Your airline mandates you to update OTB message in the PNR primarily to confirm the legitimacy of your Qatar Visa as well as other relevant travel documents, thereby eliminating the chances of travellers making entry to the country with a forged visa and subsequently getting deported by the Qatar immigration.

What if my OTB status is not updated?

In such circumstances, your airline has the complete right to disapprove your boarding. To resolve this issue at the earliest, do not delay getting in touch with our Qatar Visa Experts.

Why was my visa application rejected?

Unfortunately, the Qatar Immigration authorities do not give reasons for rejecting visa applications, so we cannot provide specific reasons why your application was unsuccessful.

If my visa application is rejected, can I apply again?

Yes, you can reapply if your visa application is rejected.

Do I need to take a health/travel insurance?

You are strongly advised to purchase a health / travel insurance to cover yourself in Qatar as medical treatment can be very expensive in Qatar. Your travel insurance offers protection against unexpected emergencies on international travel such as coverage of medical expenses, flight delay and cancellations, passport and baggage loss or personal accident.  For financial safety and security on your international trip we highly recommend you to purchase travel insurance and avail our special offer.

What is the easiest way to apply for a Qatar Visa?

The easiest way to apply for a Qatar Visa is to contact us. We are experts in the travel and tourism sector with over 40 years of experience. Through our expertise, in-depth knowledge and integrity, we commit to delivering an exceptional experience to our customers each and every time you use our service. We are available by phone and e-mail on all 7 days of the week. In order to help us understand your unique visa needs, please drop in your query and our Visa Expert will get in touch with you.

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