VISA & Health Insurance

VISA

Visa-free entry or e-visa? Who needs it to visit Qatar:

The visa requirements for visiting Qatar depend on the nationality of the traveler and the purpose of the visit, please check here: visitqatar.com

  • your hotel may handle your VISA application, please contact them first
  • otherwise apply here: hayya.qa
    pro tip: for better performance, use Hayya app on your smartphone:
  • our local helpdesk is available from 10am to 6pm Sunday to Thursday (AST):
    on WhatsApp: +965 65084326

Poster presenters from the call for abstracts must submit a proof of VISA at least 20 days before the congress, otherwise their presentation will be withdrawn (deadline 2024-10-04 included).

Mandatory health insurance

We recommend all travellers visiting the State of Qatar to have a valid health insurance policy covering Qatar’s medical facilities. It may be checked at the airport upon arrival by the authorities.

Those who don’t already have an insurance policy are welcome to purchase one on arrival in the State of Qatar.

INFORMATION
from the Ministry of Public Health of Qatar website:

  • The premium for the Mandatory Visitors’ Health Insurance policy is QAR 50 per month.
  • The visitor can purchase additional coverage (Top-ups) as desired provided extra premium determined by the insurance companies.​
  • Holders of a Hayya card must obtain health insurance for the remaining period of their Hayya card.​
  • List of local companies

Click here for detailed official information

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