Qatar passport: visa-free countries in 2026
Ranked #42 of 199. Holders can travel to 106 destinations without arranging a visa in advance: 70 visa-free, 31 with a visa on arrival and 5 with an eTA.
Access by region
Destinations reachable without a visa arranged in advance. Access is widest in Asia (41 of 49).
| Region | Easy access | |
|---|---|---|
| Europe | 9/46 | |
| Asia | 41/49 | |
| Africa | 28/54 | |
| North America | 14/23 | |
| South America | 7/12 | |
| Oceania | 7/14 |
Longest visa-free stays
| Destination | Max stay |
|---|---|
| | 360 days |
| | 180 days |
| | 180 days |
| | 180 days |
| | 180 days |
| | 180 days |
Visa-free countries for Qatar passport holders
70 destinationsNo visa needed for short visits. The number shows the maximum stay where it is known.
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Albania
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Angola
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Argentina
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Armenia
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Azerbaijan
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Bahamas
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Bahrain
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Barbados
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Belarus
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Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Botswana
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Brazil
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China
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Colombia
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Costa Rica
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Dominica
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Dominican Republic
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Ecuador
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Egypt
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El Salvador
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Eswatini
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Georgia
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Guatemala
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Haiti
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Honduras
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Hong Kong
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Iran
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Israel
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Japan
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Jordan
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Kazakhstan
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Kiribati
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Kosovo
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Kuwait
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Kyrgyzstan
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Lebanon
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Malaysia
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Mauritius
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Micronesia
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Montenegro
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Morocco
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Nicaragua
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Oman
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Pakistan
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Palestine
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Panama
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Philippines
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Russia
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Rwanda
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Saint Kitts and Nevis
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Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
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Sao Tome and Principe
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Saudi Arabia
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Serbia
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Seychelles
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Singapore
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South Africa
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South Korea
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Sudan
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Syria
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Tajikistan
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Thailand
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Tunisia
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Turkey
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Ukraine
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United Arab Emirates
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Uzbekistan
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Vanuatu
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Venezuela
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Zambia
Visa on arrival
31 destinationsThe visa is issued at the airport or border when you arrive, usually for a fee.
eTA required
5 destinationsNo visa, but an electronic travel authorisation must be approved online before departure.
e-Visa available
24 destinationsA visa is required, and the application is made online without visiting an embassy.
Visa required
68 destinationsA visa must be obtained from an embassy, consulate or visa centre before travelling.
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Afghanistan
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Algeria
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Andorra
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Austria
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Belgium
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Belize
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Bulgaria
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Canada
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Central African Republic
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Chad
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Chile
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Croatia
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Cyprus
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Czech Republic
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Denmark
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Eritrea
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Estonia
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Fiji
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Finland
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France
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Gambia
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Germany
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Greece
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Grenada
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Guyana
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Hungary
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Iceland
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India
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Ireland
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Italy
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Jamaica
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Latvia
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Liberia
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Liechtenstein
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Lithuania
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Luxembourg
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Mali
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Malta
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Marshall Islands
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Mexico
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Monaco
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Namibia
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Nauru
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Netherlands
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Niger
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North Korea
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North Macedonia
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Norway
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Peru
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Poland
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Portugal
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Republic of the Congo
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Romania
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Saint Lucia
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San Marino
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Senegal
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Slovakia
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Slovenia
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Solomon Islands
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Spain
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Suriname
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Sweden
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Switzerland
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Tonga
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Trinidad and Tobago
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Turkmenistan
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Uruguay
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Vatican City
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Frequently asked questions
How many countries can Qatar passport holders visit without a visa?
Qatar passport holders can visit 70 destinations visa-free. A further 31 issue a visa on arrival and 5 need only an online travel authorisation (eTA), for a total of 106 destinations without a visa arranged in advance.
How strong is the Qatar passport in 2026?
The Qatar passport ranks #42 of 199 passports in 2026, with a mobility score of 106.
Which countries require a visa for Qatar citizens?
68 destinations require Qatar citizens to get a visa before travelling, and 24 more offer an online e-Visa.
Where can Qatar passport holders stay the longest without a visa?
The longest visa-free stays are in Georgia (360 days), Armenia (180 days), Costa Rica (180 days), Egypt (180 days), El Salvador (180 days), Lebanon (180 days).
Compare with similar passports
Travelling to Qatar instead? See Qatar visa requirements.
Data last updated February 2026. Entry rules can change at short notice and may depend on the purpose of your trip. Confirm with the destination's embassy or official immigration website before you travel.