General Requirement

As of July 6, 2023, there are no COVID-19 related requirements at Hamad International Airport (HIA). This means that passengers do not need to present a negative COVID-19 test result or proof of vaccination to enter the airport or board a flight to Qatar. However, passengers are still encouraged to wear a mask in public areas and to practice social distancing.

Here are some other COVID-19 related requirements for travelers to Qatar:

• All passengers must complete an online health declaration form before arrival.
• All passengesr must download and activate the Ehteraz app on their phone. This app tracks their movements and health status and is required to enter certain places in Qatar, such as malls and restaurants.
• Passengers from certain countries may be subject to additional requirements, such as quarantine. Please check on the latest requirements on the Qatar Ministry of Public Health website.

 

Transit Requirements

Here are the transit requirements at Hamad International Airport (HIA) in 2023:

• Passport: Passengers must possess a valid passport that remains valid for a minimum of 6 months from their arrival date in Qatar.
• Visa: If passengers are not citizens of one of the 95 countries that are exempt from transit visa requirements, they will need to acquire a transit visa. The application for a transit visa can be submitted online or at the HIA visa application center.
• Airline ticket: Passengers must hold a confirmed airline ticket for their onward flight.
• Health declaration form: Passengers are obligated to complete an online health declaration form prior to their arrival.
• Ehteraz app: Passengers are required to download and activate the Ehteraz app on their mobile devices. This application monitors their movements and health condition and is essential for accessing certain establishments in Qatar, including malls and restaurants.

If passengers are transiting through Doha without exiting the airport, they are not obligated to present a negative COVID-19 test result or proof of vaccination. Nevertheless, it is strongly recommended that passengers wear masks in public areas and adhere to social distancing guidelines.

 

Updates:

Starting from January 4, 2023, transit passengers who have no intention of exiting the airport terminal are not obligated to obtain a Transit Visa and are exempted from the requirement of pre-travel registration with Ehteraz.

Arrival (International)

1. Deplaning: Passengers should disembark from their flight and follow the signs to the arrival hall.
2. Security screening: Passengers need to go through security screening, which involves having their passport and boarding pass scanned, and their hand luggage inspected.
3. Immigration: Passengers will be required to present their passport and visa (if applicable) to an immigration officer. They may also be asked questions regarding their travel plans.
4. Baggage claim: Passengers will need to proceed to the designated area to retrieve their checked baggage.
5. Proceed to the exit: Passengers might be asked to provide a negative COVID-19 test result (if required).
6. Exiting the airport: Once passengers have collected their baggage, they are free to exit the airport premises.

 

 

Depature (International)

1. Check-in: Passengers are required to check in at least 2 hours before their scheduled flight departure time. Check-in can be done online, at the check-in desk, or using the self-service check-in machines.
2. Security: All passengers departing from DOH must go through the security screening process. Passengers will need to remove their shoes, belt, and jacket, and may also be asked to take out their laptop and liquids from their carry-on luggage.
3. Baggage drop: After passing through security, passengers should proceed to the baggage drop area. They will need to scan their boarding pass and deposit their checked baggage.
4. Immigration: Passengers will be required to present their passport and visa to the immigration officer. The officer will verify the documents and may ask some questions.
5. Boarding: Boarding for flights typically commences 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. Passengers will need to present their boarding pass and passport to the boarding gate agent before being allowed to board the flight.