Vietnam to Qatar visa requirements

Vietnamese ordinary passport holders need a visa for Qatar. The simplest route is the Hayya A1 tourist eVisa applied online before travel; a paid visa on arrival (QAR 100) is also available at Hamad International Airport. There is no visa-free entry for Vietnamese nationals. As of mid-2026, Vietnam is not on Qatar's visa-free or visa-waiver list, so a Vietnamese ordinary passport holder cannot enter Qatar without a visa. The recommended channel is the Hayya A1 (Tourist) eVisa, applied for online through the official Hayya portal (hayya.qa) before departure. The Hayya A1 is a single-entry visa allowing a stay of up to 30 days, extendable once for a further 30 days, with the visa generally valid for entry within a set window (commonly cited as up to 90 days from issue). A confirmed hotel reservation is required during the application, and the standard fee is QAR 100. As an alternative, eligible travelers can obtain a paid visa on arrival at Hamad International Airport for QAR 100, but applying online via Hayya in advance is strongly recommended to avoid being denied boarding or refused at the counter. Qatar is not in the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply. Travelers should ensure their passport is valid at least six months beyond the intended stay, hold proof of onward travel, and carry travel/health insurance. Always confirm current terms on the official Hayya portal before booking, as Gulf visa policies change frequently.