Do British citizens need a visa for Qatar?
The official link goes to visitqatar.com. 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 British citizens.
| Verdict | Visa-free |
|---|---|
| Document | Visa waiver issued on arrival (free; full British Citizen passport) |
| Fee | Free |
| Stay | 30 days, extendable by 30 |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a British passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Qatar entry requirements.
The details for a British passport.
FCDO (updated 7 Oct 2026): full British Citizen passport holders get a tourist visa waiver on arrival. To stay past 30 days, extend before expiry or pay a fine before leaving. Passport must be valid 6 months from arrival. MOPH-registered health insurance is required for stays over 30 days (QAR 50 a month). Other British passport types and non-tourist trips need a visa in advance. Also eligible for the Qatar-Oman joint tourist visa.
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 British citizens need a visa for Qatar?
No. British citizens don’t need a visa for Qatar for stays of 30 days, extendable by 30.
How much does it cost for British citizens?
Free. Fees change, so confirm on the official site before you pay.
How long can British citizens stay in Qatar?
30 days, extendable by 30. Longer stays need a different visa.
Where do British citizens apply?
On the official site, visitqatar.com. 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.