How long in Qatar do you need to transit?

Qatar Airways passengers transiting in Hamad International Airport for a minimum of 5 hours are eligible to apply for the Qatar Transit Visa. It is free of charge, valid for up to 96 hours (four days) and open to passengers of all nationalities**.



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Yes, you can leave the airport during stopovers in Doha. However, there are some conditions you need to meet before you can do so. You need to be a citizen of one of the 100 countries that are eligible for a transit visa on arrival.

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What is a good connection time? Travel advisers say there's a lot to take into account when booking connecting flights, but a general rule of thumb is 60-90 minutes between domestic flights and at least two to three hours for international itineraries.

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Typically one hour is enough, though some flights have a minimum connection time of 1 hour and 30 minutes. The airport is well organized with many signs and international connections are easy.

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Our 600,000 sq metres passenger terminal is Qatar's biggest building. The check-in hall alone is 25,000 sq metres of airy, column-free space. It has an incredible 138 check-in counters.

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While you are on the transit, your luggage will be checked through to the final destination. You do not need to pick up your luggage upon your arrival in Doha.

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Yes, for any transit in the US you need a visa or ESTA if you don't have a US or Canadian passport, even for just a few hours, even if you don't plan to leave the airport.

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