Qatar Visa & Entry Requirement News

All the latest policy changes, visa announcements, and essential travel updates specifically for entry into Qatar. Stay informed to plan your trip confidently.

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GCC Unified Tourist Visa Awaits Launch in Six States

GCC unified tourist visa is approved for Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE, but no launch date, rules or portal are confirmed.
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GCC Unified Tourist Visa 2026: What Travelers Should Know

The GCC unified tourist visa is not live yet. Gulf officials say preparations continue, with 2026 reported as the expected rollout.
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Qatar suspends visa-on-arrival for Pakistanis

Qatar halts visa-on-arrival for Pakistani travelers. Visitors must now apply for visas in advance before السفر.
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Qatar extends expiring entry visas by one month

Qatar grants a free automatic one-month extension for entry visas nearing expiry, helping travelers stranded by regional airspace disruption.
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Qatar extends GCC resident visit visas to 2 months via Hayya

Qatar now lets GCC residents stay up to two months on Hayya A2 eVisas, with multiple-entry access and online applications ahead of the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup.
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Unified GCC Visa: What We Know and How It Stacks Up on Cost

Status of the Unified GCC Visa, what is known so far, and how it compares with current eVisa fees in UAE, Saudi, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, and Kuwait.