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Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) to Qatar visa requirements

Taiwan ordinary passport holders can get a 30-day visa on arrival at Hamad International Airport in Doha for about US$30 (QAR 100). A Hayya A1 eVisa applied online in advance is an equally valid alternative. Qatar grants Taiwan (ROC) ordinary passport holders a landing visa (visa on arrival) at Hamad International Airport in Doha. The visa is valid for a 30-day stay and costs roughly US$30 (about QAR 100), payable on arrival. Travelers must hold a passport valid for at least six months, a confirmed return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and a credit card or the cash equivalent of around US$1,500. Qatar is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. As an alternative to the on-arrival route, Taiwan travelers can apply online before departure for the Hayya A1 tourist eVisa through the official hayya.qa platform (also around QAR 100), which generally requires a confirmed hotel booking and is recommended for a smoother, more predictable entry. Both channels deliver a 30-day single-entry stay that can be extended for a further 30 days inside Qatar subject to approval. Sources consulted include the Taiwan representative office announcement on Qatar visa privileges and the official Visit Qatar visa page.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa on arrival (30-day landing visa); Hayya A1 eVisa available online as alternative
Maximum stay
30 days (extendable once for a further 30 days inside Qatar, subject to approval)
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
US$30 (approx. QAR 100) on arrival; Hayya A1 eVisa approx. QAR 100
consular fee only
Processing time
Visa on arrival: at immigration counter; Hayya eVisa: typically a few business days
standard track
Validity
Entry permit valid 90 days from approval (eVisa); on-arrival visa issued at entry for a 30-day stay
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport and document validity
Ensure your ROC ordinary passport is valid for at least six months. Prepare a confirmed return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation in Qatar.
· 6+ months passport validity· Return/onward ticket
/02
Choose your channel: visa on arrival or Hayya eVisa
You can simply obtain the visa on arrival at Hamad International Airport, or apply in advance online via the official Hayya platform (hayya.qa) for a more predictable entry.
· VoA at airport· Hayya A1 eVisa online
/03
(If applying online) Submit a Hayya A1 application
Create an account at hayya.qa, upload your passport and photo, provide a confirmed hotel booking, and pay the fee (about QAR 100).
· hayya.qa· Hotel booking required
/04
Arrange funds and accommodation proof
Have a credit card or the cash equivalent of about US$1,500, plus accommodation confirmation, ready to show immigration.
· ~US$1,500 funds· Accommodation proof
/05
Arrive at Hamad International Airport and pay the visa fee
At the immigration/visa-on-arrival counter, present your documents and pay the US$30 (approx. QAR 100) fee by card. eVisa holders proceed directly through immigration.
· US$30 / QAR 100· Pay by card
/06
Enter Qatar and track your 30-day stay
Your 30-day stay begins on entry. If needed, apply to extend for a further 30 days before your initial period expires.
· 30-day stay· Extendable +30 days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
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RequiredROC ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond entry
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed return or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation / confirmed hotel booking
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredCredit card or cash equivalent of ~US$1,500
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredVisa fee of US$30 (approx. QAR 100), payable by card
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedHayya A1 eVisa approval (if applying online instead of on arrival)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedPassport-style digital photo (for online Hayya application)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
OptionalOnward visa for next destination if continuing travel
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
optional
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) / Taiwan MOFA - Qatar expands visa privileges for ROC passport holders
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa on arrival feeUS$30 (approx. QAR 100)Paid at the immigration counter at Hamad International Airport, typically by card
Hayya A1 eVisa feeapprox. QAR 100 (about US$27)Paid online via hayya.qa when applying in advance
Visa extension (optional)approx. QAR 100For an additional 30-day stay, applied for inside Qatar before the initial period expires
Total estimateUS$27US$30incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival
At entry (minutes at the counter)
Obtained directly at Hamad International Airport immigration on arrival; no advance application needed.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism and short leisure visits
The 30-day visa on arrival and Hayya A1 eVisa are designed for tourists and short visitors to Qatar.
High
/02
Stopover / transit on long-haul routes
Many Taiwan travelers transit Doha on Qatar Airways and use the visa to enter Qatar during a layover.
High
/03
Visiting friends and relatives
Short family visits are commonly made on the same 30-day entry permit.
Medium
/04
Business meetings and short conferences
Short, non-employment business trips can be made on the tourist entry permit.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
Taiwan to Qatar route verified
Confirmed via the Taiwan representative office announcement and Visit Qatar that ROC ordinary passport holders receive a 30-day visa on arrival (US$30 / approx. QAR 100), with the Hayya A1 eVisa as an online alternative. Qatar is not in the Schengen area.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Taiwan passport holders need a visa for Qatar?
Yes, but it is easy to obtain. ROC ordinary passport holders receive a 30-day visa on arrival at Hamad International Airport for about US$30 (QAR 100), or can apply for a Hayya A1 eVisa online in advance.
How much does the Qatar visa cost for Taiwanese travelers?+
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/11 — Passport tools

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