From application to arrival
Prepare your information, use the official application channel and check the issued document.
Prepare your application
Apply online for the A1 tourist category, upload the requested trip details and wait for approval before paying the visa fee.
Submit through the official channel
Use Qatar Hayya A1 tourist visa. Check the current instructions and total government charges before paying.
Review the decision before departure
Check the passport details, dates and entry conditions on the permission you receive.
Check your trip dates
Count your travel days and compare your passport expiry with the entry rule.
What to prepare for your trip
Check each item as you prepare it. Labels show which documents are required, conditional, or recommended.
Your circumstances may require additional documents. Ticks track preparation, not eligibility or admission.
Costs & timing
Government charges and decision times for this route. Check the official service for your final fee.
Government fees
- Online authorisation
- QAR 100
Details that can change your plans
Check accepted visitor health cover
The Ministry of Interior lists valid approved insurance for arrival; Ministry of Public Health guidance advises initial coverage and explicitly requires it for a 30-day extension. Confirm the current rule and accepted policy for your route before departure.
Official guidanceQatar at a glance
- Capital
- Doha
- Currency
- QAR
- Calling code
- +974
Questions for this route
Do travelers with an ordinary passport from Malawi need a visa for Qatar?
For tourism in Qatar, travelers using an ordinary passport from Malawi should arrange an eVisa before travel. Apply online for the A1 tourist category, upload the requested trip details and wait for approval before paying the visa fee.
How much passport validity do I need?
At least 3 months after arrival.
How much is the government fee?
QAR 100 per person (online application). Check the official payment page for exemptions and any additional charges.
What if I’m going to work, study or stay longer?
This guide is for a short tourist visit on an ordinary passport. It does not establish eligibility for employment, study or residence. Use the destination’s official guidance for your actual purpose.
Does my country of residence change the answer?
Passport nationality and legal residence are different. This page starts with your passport. Residence can change where you apply and which application channel is available; an existing visa or residence permit may also create an exception. Check the official eligibility guidance for your circumstances.
Official websites
Use these government websites to confirm requirements and complete any application.
About this guide
This guide covers short tourist visits on an ordinary passport. Your nationality, residence, travel document and purpose can affect the entry conditions. Check the linked official guidance before travel; the border authority decides admission and your permitted stay.
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