Qatar Visa for Nigeria Passport Holders

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Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Nigeria passport holders: Single entry for Qatar. Fee: QAR 100 (~USD 27.47). Processing: 3-7 working days (eVisa) / 4-8 weeks (Work). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Hayya Platform for entry. Tourist eVisa via Hayya: QAR 100 (~USD 27 / NGN 36,720) for 30-day. Nigerians can also get Visa-on-Arrival at Doha airport (1-month, QAR 100). Qatar has moderate Nigerian community (~5K). QVC (Qatar Visa Center) processes work via Lagos.

Visa types: Hayya eVisa (Tourist 30 days, single/multi-entry); Visa-on-Arrival at Hamad Airport (1-month, QAR 100); Tourist Visa via embassy; Business Visa; Work Visa via QVC Lagos (Nigerian workers — oil, construction, hospitality); Family/Spouse Visa (sponsor's salary QAR 10,000+/month for family residency); Student; Transit (96-hour free transit for Qatar Airways passengers); Diplomatic.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)QAR 100 (eVisa Tourist 30-day)

In USDUSD 27

In NGNNGN 36,720

Minimum bank balanceUSD 100/day

Stay & validity

Validity: 30 days from issue. Max Stay: 30 days (extendable). Work visa per contract.

Extension possibleYes

Overstay penalty: Daily fine ~USD 30-80; deportation; possible re-entry ban 1-3 years

How to apply

MethodHayya portal / VoA at Doha / QVC Lagos (work) / Qatar Embassy Abuja (direct mission)

Application centreMixed

Processing time3-7 working days (eVisa) / 4-8 weeks (Work)

AppointmentConditional · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (USD 100/day)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

Sponsor Doc Conditional Conditional (Family/Work)

Invitation Letter Yes Yes (Family/Work)

Vaccination Conditional Yellow Fever (carried)

Travel Insurance Mandatory Mandatory (Qatar PHCC valid)

Biometrics Yes Yes (Work via QVC)

Police Clearance Yes Yes (Work)

Employment Letter Yes Yes (Work)

Passport & photo

Passport validity6+ months

Photo size40 × 50 mm · White bg

Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); Hayya online application + photo + payment; NIN; For Family Visit: sponsor's QID + salary cert + accommodation contract; For Work: QVC pre-arrival processing (biometrics, medical, contract attestation) at QVC Lagos center; For Tourist: hotel booking + return ticket; Yellow Fever cert (carried).

Visa types (2)

Tourist ★

Single QAR 100 (~USD 27.47) 3-7 working days (eVisa) / 4-8 weeks (Work)

Transit 96-hour Transit Visa (Qatar Airways)

Single Free Apply ~7 days ahead

Qatar transit visa - free 96-hour visa for Nigerian passport holders flying Qatar Airways with a 5-96 hour layover at Hamad International (Doha). Airside transit under 24h needs no visa.

Common rejection reasons

Common NG rejections: (1) Past Qatar overstays heavily flagged; (2) Work visa fraud — fake employment contracts (recruitment agency scams); (3) Family visit sponsor's salary below QAR 10,000 threshold; (4) Medical fitness failure (TB, HIV, Hepatitis at QVC Lagos); (5) Police clearance issues; (6) Past absconding from previous employers blacklisted; (7) Forged academic certs for skilled categories; (8) 419 financial fraud screening; (9) Direct embassy in Abuja but processing strict; (10) Qatar Airways stopover misuse flagged.

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of Qatar, 19 Lake Maracaibo Close, Off Lake Chad Crescent, Maitama, Abuja, Nigeria

Phone+234 9 413 5500

Emailabuja@mofa.gov.qa

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceHigh

Last verified2026-05-15

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Qatar visa FAQ for Nigeria passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Qatar with a Nigeria passport?

Yes — Nigeria passport holders need a visa for Qatar (Single entry). Apply via Hayya portal / VoA at Doha / QVC Lagos (work) / Qatar Embassy Abuja (direct mission).

How much does a Qatar visa cost for Nigeria passport holders?

The Qatar visa fee is USD 27 (about NGN 36,720). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Qatar visa?

Typical processing for a Qatar visa is 3-7 working days (eVisa) / 4-8 weeks (Work). Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Qatar on this visa?

A Qatar visa for Nigeria passport holders typically allows a stay of Validity: 30 days from issue. Max Stay: 30 days (extendable). Work visa per contract.. Extensions may be possible (Yes).

How do I apply for a Qatar visa from Nigeria?

Apply for your Qatar visa via Hayya portal / VoA at Doha / QVC Lagos (work) / Qatar Embassy Abuja (direct mission). Your passport should be valid 6+ months.