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🇶🇦 Qatar visa — Indian passport.
TL;DR FOR INDIANS · 2026
Qatar offers Indians a FREE 30-day visa-on-arrival at Doha (DOH). For transit passengers, Qatar Airways adds free 96-hour stopover packages. Walk-in entry.
VISA TYPE
visa-free
STAY DURATION
30 days
FEE
FREE
PROCESSING
instant
How to apply — 4 steps.
- 1
Check passport validity
6 months beyond planned departure.
Check today - 2
Carry return ticket within 30 days
Mandatory.
Before flying - 3
Carry hotel booking
First night minimum.
Before flying - 4
Walk through DOH immigration
FREE 30-day stamp in 3-5 minutes.
On arrival
Document checklist.
- Passport (6+ months)
- Return ticket
- Hotel booking
Why Indians get rejected.
- One-way ticket
- Damaged passport
FAQ
How long does Qatar visa take for Indians?
Processing time is instant. No application needed — stamped at the airport.
How much does Qatar visa cost for Indians in 2026?
FREE — Qatar visa costs ₹0 for Indian passport holders.
How long can Indians stay in Qatar?
30 days per entry on the visa-free visa. Re-entry allowed within 6 months of last visit.
Do Indians need a return ticket to enter Qatar?
Yes — a confirmed return or onward ticket within the visa duration (30 days) is required at airline check-in and at Qatar immigration. Open-jaw and circle-trip tickets qualify.