Do I Need a Visa for Doha, Qatar from India?
For Indian passport holders · Updated March 2026
Visa Details
Indian passport holders can enter Qatar visa-free for a stay of up to 30 days. A visa waiver for a period of 30 days can be granted on arrival given specific conditions, including having a confirmed return ticket and a hotel reservation.
Transit Through Qatar
No transit visa needed for Indians transiting through Qatar.
You can leave the airport during transit.
- •Confirmed return ticket
- •Hotel reservation (if staying)
- •Minimum 5 hours layover required for transit
Qatar offers visa-free entry for up to 30 days, which also applies to transit. No OKTB (Ok to Board) required as of October 2024.
Official Sources
Quick Summary
- Visa Status
- ✅Visa Free
- Transit
- Transit possible without visa
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Full Qatar Visa Info
This page shows visa requirements for visiting Doha. For complete Qatar visa details including transit rules and all conditions, see the country page.
Qatar visa requirements