Get a Qatar Visa
Tourist Travel Requirements for a Qatar Visa for Canadian Citizens
Visa Waiver On Arrival
A visa waiver valid for 30 days from date of issue is available upon arrival in Qatar. The waiver allows single and multiple entries and entitles the traveller to spend up to 30 days in Qatar. To be eligible the traveller must:
- Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with two blank visa pages
- Hold a valid proof of health insurance covering the period of intended stay. The health insurance must be obtained online from an accredited provider in Qatar
- Hold proof of sufficient funds to cover the duration of stay
- Hold proof of onward/return airline ticket
- Confirm with the airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change
Business Travel Requirements for a Qatar Visa for Canadian Citizens
Visa On Arrival
The Embassy of Qatar in Canada is not currently issuing business visas. Your company sponsor in Qatar must obtain the visa on your behalf from the foreign ministry in Qatar.
Qatar visa FAQ
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When is the best time to apply for my Qatar visa?
The best time to apply for your Qatar visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. -
Do I have to send you my passport to get a Qatar visa? Is it safe to send a passport?
Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Qatar visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx.
