Qatar will allow visa-free entry for citizens of 80 countries, effective immediately. Citizens of those countries, including the UK, wishing to visit Qatar will no longer need to apply or pay for a visa.

A multi-entry waiver will be issued free-of-charge at the port of entry upon presentation of a valid passport with a minimum validity of six months and a confirmed onward or return ticket.

Depending on the nationality of the visitor, the waiver will either be valid for 180 days and allow the visitor to spend a total of 90 days in Qatar or it will be valid for 30 days and entitle the visitor to spend up to 30 days in Qatar with the possibility of applying for an extension for an additional 30 days.

These developments come as part of a series of measures that Qatar has taken to facilitate visitor access to the country and further enhancements are being considered.