- Platform: Apply and track on the official Hayya portal/app.
- Common categories: Tourist, GCC Resident, ETA, and Companion of a GCC citizen (labels may vary in Hayya).
- Validity: Short-stay options are typically around 30 days; extensions depend on type and eligibility.
- Fees: Shown in Hayya before payment; some travelers can use Visa-on-Arrival (VOA) at the airport.
- Accommodation: Hotel booking or host details may be required (rules differ by route/nationality).
- Before you book: check the Qatar weather guide.
Create a Hayya account, choose the visa type that fits your trip, upload your passport, photo, and accommodation, submit, and then pay once approved. Your e-Visa and QR show in the Hayya app; keep a print copy as backup.
Who should use Hayya vs. Visa-on-Arrival?
Many nationalities are eligible for Visa-on-Arrival (VOA). Others should apply in advance on Hayya. For some passports, VOA may require a confirmed hotel booking through a designated provider. Always check eligibility and conditions in Hayya before you travel.
How to apply on Hayya (step-by-step)
- Create or sign in to your Hayya account.
- Pick the suitable category (e.g., Tourist, GCC Resident, ETA, Companion).
- Upload a clear passport scan, a compliant photo, and hotel booking or host details as requested.
- Submit and track status in the app/portal.
- When prompted, pay the fee and download/save the approval.
- At travel time, carry the Hayya QR/e-Visa on your phone; keep a printed copy as a fallback.
Documents checklist (by route)
Tourist/ETA via Hayya
- Passport with sufficient validity (check Hayya requirement)
- Recent photo (per size rules)
- Return/onward ticket
- Hotel booking or host details (as applicable)
GCC Resident via Hayya
- Passport + valid GCC residency details
- Photo, ticket, and accommodation/host, as requested
Visa-on-Arrival (VOA)
- Passport validity and return/onward ticket
- For some nationalities, a specific hotel booking may be required in advance
- Fee paid at the airport (amount and rules vary)
Note: Employment and long-stay permits are handled through employer sponsorship and are not part of the Hayya e-Visa.
Processing, fees, and validity
Processing times and fees depend on the visa type and nationality. Hayya shows the fee before payment and the validity/extension terms after approval. Recheck your application status in the app until “approved.”
Common issues and simple fixes
- Name mismatch: Make sure your booking, ticket, and passport name match exactly.
- Photo rejected: Resubmit with the correct background, size, and head position.
- Accommodation query: Upload the full booking confirmation or complete the host invitation as requested.
- VOA confusion: If the rules look unclear for your passport, apply on Hayya ahead of travel.
Travel planning add-ons
If you’re flying with the national carrier, see Qatar Airways & Privilege Club: Avios, status, and how to use them for simple ways to link Avios and book awards. For trip timing and outdoor plans, skim the Qatar weather guide.
FAQs
A: Use the Hayya portal/app. Create an account, choose the visa type, upload the required files, submit, and then pay after approval. Your e-Visa appears in the app.
A: Rules change. Some travelers may be eligible for Visa-on-Arrival with conditions; others should apply for Hayya before travel. Check eligibility in Hayya for the latest.
A: Fees vary by visa type and nationality. Hayya shows the exact amount before payment. Visa-on-Arrival also has a fee payable at the airport.
A: “Azad visa” is not an official category. For work in Qatar, visas are employer-sponsored through official channels. Avoid third-party claims.
A: Many nationalities can, sometimes with extra conditions like a confirmed hotel booking. Verify VOA eligibility and any hotel rules before you fly.
A: Keep the e-Visa in the Hayya app and carry a print copy as backup in case an officer asks to see it.
A: Short-stay visas are often around 30 days, but validity and extensions differ by type. Check your approval letter in Hayya.
Conclusion
Apply on Hayya, keep your documents clear, and match details across passport, ticket, and booking. If your passport is VOA-eligible, confirm any extra rules before you fly. For flight options and miles, see Qatar Airways & Privilege Club, and plan around the Qatar weather guide for smooth travel days.
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