Do Saudi 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 Saudi 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 a Saudi passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Qatar entry requirements.
The details for a Saudi 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 Saudi citizens need a visa for Qatar?
No. Saudi citizens can enter and stay in Qatar under free-movement rules.
How long can Saudi citizens stay in Qatar?
Unlimited. Longer stays need a different visa.
Where do Saudi 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.