Do I need a transit visa if I have a connecting flight in Qatar?

Whether you need a transit visa for Qatar depends on the length of your layover, your nationality, and whether you plan to leave the airport.

No transit visa is required if you remain within the transit zone of Hamad International Airport (HIA) and your layover is less than 24 hours. Most travelers on connecting flights do not need any visa as long as they don’t exit the airport.
If your layover is between 5 and 96 hours, and you're flying with Qatar Airways, you may be eligible for a free Qatar transit visa. This must be pre-arranged through the Qatar Airways booking system or the Discover Qatar website. It allows you to exit the airport and explore Doha briefly during your stopover.
If you plan to stay longer than 96 hours, you must apply for a standard tourist visa in advance.
Visa on arrival is available for citizens of over 95 countries, including U.S., UK, EU, and GCC nations, as long as their passport is valid for at least 6 months and they hold a confirmed return or onward ticket.
For those not eligible for visa-free entry, the Qatar e-visa is available online via the official Qatar Immigration Service website. This option is suitable for travelers with long layovers who want to leave the airport but do not qualify for free transit or visa-on-arrival.
You can also inquire about eligibility or assistance with obtaining a transit visa at the Discover Qatar Transit Desk inside Hamad International Airport.

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