Complete guide for business travelers visiting Qatar for meetings, conferences, conventions, and corporate events. Get your business visa approved quickly and efficiently.
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Qatar Business Visa (Tourist Visa A1 for business purposes) allows international business travelers to enter Qatar for legitimate business activities including meetings, conferences, conventions, negotiations, and corporate events.
| Visa Type: | Tourist Visa (A1) |
| Purpose: | Business Activities |
| Processing: | 24-48 hours |
| Validity: | 90 days |
| Stay Duration: | Up to 30 days |
| Entries: | Single Entry |
| Extension: | Possible (additional fee) |
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from travel date with at least 2 blank pages
Recent color photograph (35mm x 45mm) with white background, taken within last 6 months
Hotel booking confirmation or invitation letter from Qatar-based company with accommodation details
Official invitation from Qatar-based company or organization detailing purpose, duration, and nature of business
Copy of inviting company's commercial registration or business license in Qatar
Round-trip flight booking confirmation showing entry and exit dates from Qatar
Gather all required personal and business documents including invitation letter and company registration
Fill out the online visa application form with accurate business travel information and upload documents
Pay the $27.67 visa fee securely using credit card or other accepted payment methods
Get your approved business eVisa via email and print it for your business travel to Qatar
October to April offers the most comfortable weather for business activities. Avoid summer months (June-August) due to extreme heat.
Dress conservatively, respect Islamic customs, and be punctual for meetings. Business cards should be exchanged with both hands.
West Bay and Doha Downtown are main business hubs. Many international companies have offices in these areas.
Qatar has excellent internet infrastructure. Most hotels and business centers offer high-speed WiFi for business needs.
Doha Metro, taxis, and ride-sharing services provide convenient transportation between business locations.
Qatari Riyal (QAR) is the local currency. Credit cards are widely accepted in business establishments.
Yes, you can attend multiple business meetings, conferences, and events during your 30-day stay period with a single business visa.
While not mandatory, having an invitation from a Qatar-based company strengthens your application and may expedite processing.
Yes, business visas can be extended for an additional 30 days through Qatar's immigration authorities for an additional fee.
Business visa is for individual travel only. Family members need separate tourist visas if they wish to accompany you.
You can still use your visa for other business purposes or tourism activities within the validity period.
No, business visa does not permit employment. You can only attend meetings, conferences, and business-related activities.
Get your Qatar business visa approved in 24-48 hours and focus on what matters most - your business success.
Processing time: 24-48 hours | Success rate: 98%