Pakistan to Qatar tourist visa
Complete Qatar tourist visa requirements, fees, processing times, and approval tips for Pakistani citizens. Updated December 2025.
- Visa
- Qatar Tourist Visa
- Fee
- QAR 100
- Processing time
- 3–5 working days
- Length of stay
- Up to 30 days
Required documents
- Valid Passport — Your passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry into Qatar
- Passport-Size Photograph — Recent colored photograph with white background for Hayya application
- Discover Qatar Hotel Booking — Pakistani citizens must book accommodation through the official Discover Qatar platform
- Confirmed Return Flight Ticket — Round-trip flight tickets showing entry and exit from Qatar
- Health Insurance — Valid health insurance from a Qatar MOPH-approved provider covering your stay
- Proof of Sufficient Funds — Evidence that you can financially support yourself during your stay
- Polio Vaccination Certificate — Polio vaccination certificate for travelers from polio-endemic countries
How to apply
- Book Your Accommodation First — Book Your Accommodation First
- Create a Hayya Account — Create a Hayya Account
- Select Tourist Visa (A1) — Select Tourist Visa (A1)
- Upload Required Documents — Upload Required Documents
- Wait for Approval — Wait for Approval
- Pay the Visa Fee — Pay the Visa Fee
Common questions
- Can Pakistani citizens get visa on arrival in Qatar?
- Yes, Pakistani citizens can get a Visa on Arrival at Hamad International Airport, but only if they have pre-booked accommodation through the Discover Qatar platform. The visa fee of QAR 100 is paid at the airport upon arrival.
- What is the Qatar tourist visa fee for Pakistani citizens?
- The Qatar tourist visa fee is QAR 100 (approximately PKR 7,600 or USD 27). Additionally, mandatory health insurance costs around QAR 50. Total cost is approximately QAR 150 plus your accommodation and flight expenses.
- How long can Pakistanis stay in Qatar on a tourist visa?
- The initial tourist visa allows a stay of up to 30 days. This can be extended for an additional 30 days by visiting the Directorate of Passport at Hamad International Airport before your visa expires.
- Do I need to book a hotel through Discover Qatar?
- Yes, Pakistani citizens must book their accommodation through the official Discover Qatar website (discoverqatar.qa) to qualify for Visa on Arrival or to complete the Hayya e-visa application. This is a mandatory requirement set by Qatar’s Ministry of Interior.
- How long does Qatar visa processing take for Pakistanis?
- The Hayya e-visa typically takes 3–5 working days to process. If you opt for Visa on Arrival with pre-booked Discover Qatar accommodation, the visa is issued same-day at the airport after biometrics and document verification.
- Is health insurance mandatory for Qatar tourist visa?
- Yes, health insurance is mandatory for all visitors to Qatar. You must purchase insurance from a MOPH-approved provider like QIC, QLM, or Beema. The basic policy costs around QAR 50 and covers emergency medical treatment.