{"id":82336,"date":"2025-05-01T14:55:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-01T10:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dubicars.com\/news?p=82336"},"modified":"2025-05-05T08:01:24","modified_gmt":"2025-05-05T04:01:24","slug":"uae-to-qatar-travel-visa-requirements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dubicars.com\/news\/uae-to-qatar-travel-visa-requirements.html","title":{"rendered":"A Complete Guide On How To Travel From The UAE To Qatar"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Qatar is one of the most popular travel destinations in the Gulf region. From beautiful beaches and desert dunes to luxury shopping and fine dining, Qatar has something for every traveller. Best of all, it\u2019s easy to travel from the UAE to Qatar \u2014 whether by air, road, or sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide explains all the travel options, visa rules, required documents, and tips to help you plan your journey from the UAE to Qatar in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-uae-to-qatar-travel-amp-visa-details-highlights\"><strong>UAE To Qatar Travel &amp; Visa Details Highlights<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-uae-to-qatar-travel-amp-visa-details-highlights\" data-level=\"2\">UAE To Qatar Travel &amp; Visa Details Highlights<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-entry-amp-visa-rules-nbsp\" data-level=\"3\">Entry &amp; Visa Rules\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-what-is-the-hayya-card\" data-level=\"3\">What Is The Hayya Card?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-travel-options-from-uae-to-qatar\" data-level=\"3\">Travel Options From UAE To Qatar<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-health-amp-safety-rules\" data-level=\"3\">Health &amp; Safety Rules<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-special-rules-for-select-nationals\" data-level=\"3\">Special Rules For Select Nationals<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-gcc-resident-visa-holders\" data-level=\"3\">GCC Resident Visa Holders<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-final-travel-checklist\" data-level=\"3\">Final Travel Checklist<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-faqs\" data-level=\"2\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-entry-amp-visa-rules-nbsp\"><strong>Entry &amp; Visa Rules&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-for-uae-nationals\"><strong>For UAE Nationals<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>UAE passport holders do not need a visa to enter Qatar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They can travel freely and stay for up to 90 days without any special permit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-for-uae-residents-expats\"><strong>For UAE Residents (Expats)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Citizens of over 95 countries are eligible for visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry into Qatar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indian, Pakistani, and Iranian passport holders can get a visa on arrival, but must meet extra conditions (see below).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visa-free stays can be:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>30 days (extendable once)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>90 days for selected nationalities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-documents-needed\"><strong>Documents Needed:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Passport (valid for at least 6 months)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Return flight ticket (if flying)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hotel booking confirmation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hayya Card (required for visa-free entry)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>COVID-19 vaccination proof (if required by current rules)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Negative PCR or Antigen test result (see health rules below)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For GCC residents: Profession proof may be needed (e.g., doctor, engineer, etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-hayya-card\"><strong>What Is The Hayya Card?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Hayya Card is a mandatory digital permit for many travellers to Qatar. It acts as both:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A visa-free entry pass<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A public transport pass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why do you need it?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Required for UAE residents to enter Qatar without a visa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whether you travel by air, road, or sea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free public transport across Qatar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to apply:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the official <a href=\"https:\/\/hayya.qa\/\">Hayya portal online<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload passport, travel details, and a photo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get approval within a few days<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-travel-options-from-uae-to-qatar\"><strong>Travel Options From UAE To Qatar<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\"  src=\"https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/05075505\/how-to-travel-from-dubai-to-qatar-3-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"uae to qatar by road\" class=\"wp-image-82326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/05075505\/how-to-travel-from-dubai-to-qatar-3-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/05075505\/how-to-travel-from-dubai-to-qatar-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/05075505\/how-to-travel-from-dubai-to-qatar-3-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/05075505\/how-to-travel-from-dubai-to-qatar-3-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d3jvxfsgjxj1vz.cloudfront.net\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/05075505\/how-to-travel-from-dubai-to-qatar-3.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-by-air-fastest-option\"><strong>A. By Air (Fastest Option)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Flight time: 1 to 2 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Several daily flights from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airlines include: Qatar Airways, Emirates, Air Arabia, FlyDubai<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Book flight in advance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply for Hayya Card (if not a UAE national)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare COVID-19 test result and hotel booking (for some nationalities)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-b-by-road-best-for-adventure-amp-flexibility\"><strong>B. By Road (Best for Adventure &amp; Flexibility)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Driving time:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Around 5 to 7 hours from Dubai or Abu Dhabi to Doha<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Routes go through Saudi Arabia, so you pass through two borders:\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ghuwaifat (UAE-Saudi border)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salwa\/Abu Samra (Saudi-Qatar border)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>New Rule (2025):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>At the Abu Samra border, you must park your car and take a free shuttle bus into Doha<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Documents Needed:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Passport and visa (or Hayya Card)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Valid car insurance (GCC-wide)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tourism Certificate from RTA (if expat and driving a Dubai-registered car)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clearance Certificate (if the car is not in your name)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Extra Tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Get GCC-wide third-party insurance for at least <strong>30 days<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expect border delays, especially on weekends or holidays<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-c-by-sea-cruise-or-private-boat\"><strong>C. By Sea (Cruise or Private Boat)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Though no public ferry runs from the UAE to Qatar, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Book a cruise that includes Qatar in the itinerary (check local cruise lines)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Charter a private yacht or boat from Dubai to Doha<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You still need a Hayya Card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check for port entry requirements and marine insurance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-health-amp-safety-rules\"><strong>Health &amp; Safety Rules<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>COVID-19 Rules (Subject to Change):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Negative PCR test (48 hrs before travel) or Rapid Antigen test (24 hrs before)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Home antigen tests are not accepted<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full vaccination is recommended (check Qatar MoPH guidelines)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Upon Arrival:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Download and activate the <strong>Ehteraz App<\/strong> (available for <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.moi.covid19&amp;hl=en_IN\">Android<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/ehteraz\/id1507150431\">iOS<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ll need a local SIM card or use your passport number for registration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-special-rules-for-select-nationals\"><strong>Special Rules For Select Nationals<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re a UAE resident holding a passport from India, Pakistan, or Iran:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hotel booking is mandatory<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must register on the Ehteraz portal before travel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You may be asked for extra documents at the border or airport<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019re eligible for visa on arrival if all conditions are met<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gcc-resident-visa-holders\"><strong>GCC Resident Visa Holders<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re a resident of any GCC country:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can apply for a single-entry visa (30 days) online or get it on arrival<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must present proof of profession<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visa is renewable once for another 30 days<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-travel-checklist\"><strong>Final Travel Checklist<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Passport (6-month validity)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirmed flight\/transport ticket<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hayya Card approval<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hotel reservation (for some nationalities)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Car documents (if driving)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Health insurance (recommended)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PCR or Antigen test result<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download Ehteraz app<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Travelling from the UAE to Qatar is smooth and simple in 2025 if you follow the latest rules. Choose your mode of travel, check your visa eligibility, and prepare your documents in advance. Qatar offers an exciting mix of culture, adventure, and modern attractions \u2014 just a short trip away from the UAE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1746417564657\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Do UAE residents need a visa to enter Qatar?<\/h3><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, UAE residents require a visa. Depending on nationality, they may obtain a visa on arrival or apply for an e-visa before travel. UAE nationals do not need a visa.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1746417577663\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is a Hayya Card, and is it required?<\/h3><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The Hayya Card is a mandatory digital permit for many travellers to Qatar. It serves as both a visa-free entry pass and a public transport pass. UAE residents must obtain one before travelling.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1746417585310\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I drive from the UAE to Qatar?<\/h3><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, you can drive from the UAE to Qatar via Saudi Arabia. Ensure your vehicle has valid GCC-wide insurance, and be prepared for border checks at Ghuwaifat and Salwa.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1746417594299\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What documents are needed for a visa on arrival?<\/h3><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Travellers need a passport valid for at least six months, a confirmed return ticket, hotel booking, and health insurance. Some nationalities may have additional requirements.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1746417605516\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How much does a Qatar visa cost for UAE residents?<\/h3><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The cost varies by nationality. Visa-on-arrival fees are typically around QAR 100. E-visa fees may differ. It&#8217;s best to check the official Qatar visa website for the most up-to-date pricing.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubicars.com\/uae\/used\">the best used cars for sale in the UAE<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay tuned to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubicars.com\/news\/\">UAE\u2019s most popular auto blog<\/a> for more information about the latest happenings in all of the Emirates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-also-read\"><strong>Also Read:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubicars.com\/news\/etihad-train-routes-map-travel-times-key-stops.html\">All You Need To Know About Etihad Rail<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubicars.com\/news\/highway-driving-uae-rules-regulations-tips.html\">Tips For Highway Driving In The UAE<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dubicars.com\/news\/uae-traffic-signs-guide.html\">Guide to UAE Traffic Signs &amp; Road Markings<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Qatar is one of the most popular travel destinations in the Gulf region. 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