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- Service Type : Offline Service
- Service Mode : Offline
- Service Provider : Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Service Classification : G2C
- Topic : Visas and Official Documents
Intended Audience
Visitor: Tourist
Service Description
This service allows GCC residents who are wishing to visit the State of Qatar to obtain a visa to enter the State. They also must be within approved professions.
Offline Instructions
- Submit a visa application after entering all the required information.
- Provide a passport that is valid for no less than six months.
- Attach two personal photos of the applicant.
- Provide copy of valid residence in GCC country for six months (or possibly three months).
Service Center
- The Department of Consular Affairs affiliated with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).
- Diplomatic, consular and representative missions of the State of Qatar abroad.
Additional Information
- Visa for GCC resident is issued immediately to all nationalities after entering the applicant's information through an automated system.
- Visa for GCC resident is valid for three months from the date of its issuance, and visa holder shall enter the country before visa expiry date.
- Holder of visa for GCC resident is allowed to stay in the country for one month from the entry date.
- Visa for GCC resident is extendable for three months.
Fees
Prescribed fees are QR100.
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