Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Qatar?
The official link goes to hayya.qa. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
Qatar entry rules for Emirati citizens.
| Verdict | Free movement |
|---|---|
| Document | Passport or GCC national ID card |
| Stay | Unlimited |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for an Emirati passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Qatar entry requirements.
The details for an Emirati passport.
Hayya: 'All GCC nationals are welcome to visit Qatar without a visa. All you need is your passport or GCC ID.'
How long it must be valid.
Carry at least 6 months' validity. FCDO (reviewed 19 Aug 2026, updated 7 Oct 2026): valid at least 6 months from arrival. Irish DFA: minimum 6 months. Canada: 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave. US State Dept: 3 months, but 6 months for its visa-on-arrival entry. Visit Qatar: at least 3 months from arrival. German FO (Oct 2026): 6 months at entry. Netherlands Worldwide (Sep 2026): at least 3 months on arrival. France Diplomatie: more than 6 months.
Recent changes in Qatar.
- 2026-08-19 — FCDO updated its guidance on bringing prescription and controlled medicines into Qatar: carry a prescription plus a medical report (English or Arabic, issued within the last 6 months); MOPH has an electronic permit service for controlled medicines.
The short answers.
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Qatar?
No. Emirati citizens can enter and stay in Qatar under free-movement rules.
How long can Emirati citizens stay in Qatar?
Unlimited. Longer stays need a different visa.
Where do Emirati citizens apply?
On the official site, hayya.qa. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Qatar visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.