Short answer
e-Visa required
Egyptian citizens need a visa for Qatar, which can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travel.
How to apply
Eligible nationalities get a free visa waiver on arrival (30 days for most). Others apply for a tourist visa online through the Hayya platform before travel.
Bring a return ticket, a hotel booking and a passport valid for at least 6 months.
Official website: Hayya (Qatar's official visa platform)
Before you travel
- Make sure your Egyptian passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has blank pages.
- Carry a return or onward ticket, your hotel booking and proof that you can pay for your stay; border officers can ask for them.
- Check whether your airline needs to see your visa or authorization at check-in; many will refuse boarding without it.
- Visas for work, study or long stays follow different rules from the tourist rules on this page.
Visa rules for Qatar by passport
 Pakistan | On arrival |
 India | Visa-free · 30d |
 Bangladesh | e-Visa |
 Nigeria | e-Visa |
 Philippines | e-Visa |
 Egypt | e-Visa |
 United States | Visa-free · 30d |
 United Kingdom | Visa-free · 30d |
Easier destinations for Egyptian passport holders
Popular places you can visit visa-free, with a visa on arrival or an eTA:
Malaysia 
Indonesia 
Maldives 
Sri Lanka 
Kenya 
Mauritius 
Seychelles 
Nepal 
Cambodia 
Tanzania Frequently asked questions
Do Egyptian citizens need a visa for Qatar?
e-Visa required. Egyptian citizens need a visa for Qatar, which can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travel.
How long can Egyptian citizens stay in Qatar?
The length of stay is set by the visa you are granted; tourist visas commonly allow 30 to 90 days.
Where do Egyptian citizens apply for a Qatar visa?
Use the official website: Hayya (Qatar's official visa platform) (hayya.qa). Avoid unofficial sites that charge extra service fees.
How many countries can Egyptian passport holders visit without a visa?
Egyptian passport holders can visit 19 countries visa-free and 33 more with a visa on arrival or eTA.
Based on the Passport Index dataset with our verified corrections for recent rule changes, last reviewed October 19, 2026. Entry rules change often and depend on your passport, purpose of travel and onward tickets. Always confirm with the official website or embassy before you book.