Qatar Transit Visa – 96-Hour Layover Guide 2026
Turn your Doha layover into a mini trip with Qatar's transit and stopover options.
Qatar Airways and Hamad International Airport make Doha a major transit hub. Eligible passengers can get 96-hour transit visas or use Hayya permits to leave the airport during layovers.
Transit Visa Options
- 96-hour transit visa for eligible nationalities
- Qatar Airways Discover Qatar stopover packages
- Hayya entry for short visits (check eligibility)
- Visa-free entry for passport holders from exempt countries
Layover Tips
Confirm visa eligibility before booking. Some nationalities need pre-approved transit visas; others enter visa-free for short periods. Allow time for immigration during peak hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Only with valid entry permission—transit visa, Hayya, or visa-free access. Do not exit immigration without proper documents.
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Official resource: Qatar Airways Stopover