Do Indian 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. This row comes from a reputable source NUM hasn’t yet confirmed on the official page.
Qatar entry rules for Indian citizens.
| Verdict | Visa-free |
|---|---|
| Document | None in advance; a hotel booking (Discover Qatar) may be required on arrival |
| Fee | Free (not on the fee list) |
| Stay | 30 days (2017 scheme; not confirmed) |
| Checked | From a reputable source, not yet verified on the official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for an Indian passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Qatar entry requirements.
The details for an Indian passport.
Visit Qatar (11 Oct 2026): India is in the nationality selector and NOT on the list of nationalities that must pay a fee or apply before travel. Visit Qatar's Discover Qatar hotel links are tagged for Indian, Pakistani, Ukrainian and Taiwanese travellers, and the page says some visa-free entries need a confirmed hotel booking on arrival, so prebook the hotel (ideally via Discover Qatar). Alternative: Hayya e-visa (A1, or A3 with a valid US/UK/Schengen/Canada/Australia/NZ visa or residence). Bring a return ticket and 6 months' passport validity; MOPH insurance for stays over 30 days. The 30-day stay and the exact hotel rule are not shown on a readable official page.
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 Indian citizens need a visa for Qatar?
No. Indian citizens don’t need a visa for Qatar for stays of 30 days (2017 scheme; not confirmed).
How much does it cost for Indian citizens?
Free (not on the fee list). Fees change, so confirm on the official site before you pay.
How long can Indian citizens stay in Qatar?
30 days (2017 scheme; not confirmed). Longer stays need a different visa.
Where do Indian 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.