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Malaysia |
90 days |
Malaysia is a country in south eastern Asia. It is the 44th most populated country in world having a population of over 30 million people. It has its... |
- According to the Malaysian visa policy, Qatar citizens can make a visit without applying for a visa for a stay up to 90 days
- At least one passport page of visitors will be required for entry stamps
- Qatar citizens are not required to provide any certificate of vaccination to visit Malaysia
- Passport of citizens must be valid for six months beyond the date of arrival
- Travellers are allowed free export of moderate amounts of tobacco products and alcoholic drinks.
- Children aged 15 years old and younger may be added to the passport of an adult in their company.
- Entry is denied to foreign women in a late stage of pregnancy (six months or more)
- Travellers are required to pay an Airport tax at the charge of MYR 45.
- Travellers must have enough money (at least USD 500) as well as onward or return tickets
- Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all travellers to Malaysia are required to fill in a health declaration form handed over by the airlines during the flight.
- Visitors are only allowed to possess currencies up to the equivalent on of $10,000 entry and at departure
- The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to Malaysia is 7 hours, 48 minutes.
- Malaysia is on the Malaysian Time zone (GMT+8) placing Malaysia 5 hours ahead of Qatar.
- Malaysia is the 66th largest country by land area and It has land borders with Thailand in West Malaysia, and Indonesia and Brunei in East Malaysia.
- The Malaysia My Second Home programme that allows foreigners to live in the country on a long-stay visa for up to 10 years has made Malaysia listed as one of the best places to retire to in the world.
- The country has the highest numbers of women working in the banking industry.
- Malaysia is ranked 19th in the world for its quality roads, quality of port infrastructure and quality of air transport infrastructure but ranked 39th in quality of electricity supply.
- The country has seven international ports, the major one being the Port Klang.
- There are 200 industrial parks along with specialised parks such as Technology Park Malaysia and Kulim Hi-tech park.
- The telecommunication network, although strong in urban areas, is less available to the rural population.
- The major modes of transportation within Malaysia is by road and railways.
- The constitution grants freedom of religion and makes Malaysia an officially secular state while establishing Islam as the "religion of the Federation”
- The official and national language of Malaysia is Malaysian, a standardised form of the Malay language alongside the English language.
- Popular sports in Malaysia include association football, badminton, field hockey, bowls, tennis, squash, martial arts, horse riding, sailing and skateboarding.
- Malaysia is one of the world most popular for coastal tourism. Langkawi and Kedah are the most famous nature island spots in the country.
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Indonesia |
30 days |
Indonesia is a country of some 240 million people. It is known for its several islands, its active volcanoes, and for being the home of the last of th... |
- Qatar citizens can visit Indonesia for a stay duration of 30 days without obtaining a visa.
- Citizens of Qatar are not required to pay an airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- Passports of visitors must be valid for 6 months beyond the date of arrival with a round-trip or onward ticket.
- Visitors must provide at least one blank page of their passports for entry stamps.
- Due to the outbreak of rabies, the import of pets into Indonesia has been stopped until further notice.
- Evidence of sufficient funds with most recent bank statement or letter from the bank providing confirmation of sufficient funds is required.
- Currencies that are up to the equivalent of 100,000,000 Indonesian Rupiah (approx. $7,500 USD) are restricted on entry and exit.
- Most travellers to Indonesia will need vaccinations for hepatitis A and typhoid fever, as well as medications for travellers' diarrhea.
- The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to Jakarta, Indonesia is 9 hours, 6 minutes.
- Indonesia uses Western Indonesia Time zone (GMT+7) making Indonesia 4 hours ahead of Qatar.
- Chinese medicines and printed material, narcotics, firearms and ammunition, pornographic material, fresh fruit, cordless phone sets are not permitted into Indonesia except with a licence.
- Indonesia lies along the equator, and its climate tends to be relatively even year-round as it has two seasons (a wet season and a dry season) with no extremes of summer or winter.
- For most of Indonesia, the dry season falls between April and October with the wet season between November and March.
- The road transport system is predominant in Indonesia, Richshaws such as bajaj and becak, and share taxis such as Angkot and Metromini are commonly used within the country.
- Nature and culture are prime attractions of Indonesian tourism.
- The country boasts of a unique combination of a tropical climate, a vast archipelago, and a long stretch of beaches with a rich cultural heritage reflecting its dynamic history and ethnic diversity.
- Indonesia has eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Borobudur Temple Compounds and the Komodo National Park.
- The country's official language is Indonesian.
- The country is rich in local and foreign influences, including from Javanese, Sundanese, Minangkabau, Hindi, Sanskrit, Chinese, Arabic, Dutch, Portuguese and English.
- While the Indonesian constitution stipulates religious freedom, the government officially recognises only six religions- Islam, Protestantism, Roman Catholicism, Hinduism, Buddhism and Confucianism.
- Rice is the leading staple food in Indonesia and is served with side dishes of meat and vegetables. Spices (notably chilli), coconut milk, fish and chicken are fundamental ingredients.
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Turkey |
90 days |
Turkey, a country that is in two continents, Europe and Asia, is bordered by eight other countries. |
- Qatar citizens intending to travel to turkey are not required to apply for a visa for a stay up to 90 days.
- Passport of visitors must be valid for the duration of stay in Turkey.
- Visitors are required to provide a blank page on their passports for entry and exit stamps.
- It is possible for travellers aged 18 years old or younger to be included in a parent's passport.
- As a preventive measure outbreak of swine flu, all travellers arriving in Turkey from infected countries have to fill in a health declaration form, which is issued on board.
- Travellers without enough money to cover the expenses of their visit to Turkey and clean appearance will be deported by the transporting carrier.
- There are no certification of vaccination needed to travel to Turkey.
- Visitors must also purchase their onward or return tickets.
- There are no restrictions on importing local currency (New Turkish Lira-TRY) and foreign currencies.
- Travellers should declare and specify the imported foreign currencies in their passport upon arrival to avoid any problems on departure.
- Pet animals can enter as cargo, as traveller's checked luggage or in the cabin accompanied by a certificate of good health.
- If travellers overstay their visit, they must inform the immigration police and get a residence permit that must be produced upon departure.
- Turkey uses the GMT+03:00 Time zone (GMT+3), hence, there is no time difference between Qatar and Turkey.
- The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to Ankara, Turkey is 3 hours, 27 minutes.
- Turkey bordering the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas have a temperate Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and mild to cool wet winters.
- May is generally the wettest month, whereas July and August are the driest.
- The official language is Turkish, which is the most widely spoken Turkic language in the world.
- Turkey is a secular state with no official religion; the Turkish Constitution provides for freedom of religion and conscience.
- Turkey hosts the largest number of refugees in the world, including more than 2.8 million Syrian refugees.
- Turkish culture is a product of efforts to be a "modern" Western state while maintaining traditional religious and historical values.
- Cappadocia is a region created by the erosion of soft volcanic stone by the wind and rain for centuries. The area is a popular tourist destination, having many sites with unique geological, historic, and cultural features.
- Turkey operates on 220 volts, 50 Hz, with round-prong European-style plugs that fit into recessed wall sockets /points.
- There are 40 national parks, 189 nature parks, 31 nature preserve areas, 80 wildlife protection areas and 109 nature monuments in Turkey such as Gallipoli Peninsula Historical National Park, Mount Nemrut National Park, Ancient Troya National Park, Oludeniz Nature Park and Polonezkoy Nature park.
- Turkey is home to two of the Seven Wonders of the World, the world's oldest religious site, Göbekli Tepe and numerous other World Heritage Sites such as the "Neolithic Site of Çatalhöyük", "Hattusa: the Hittite Capital", the "Archaeological Site of Troy" and others.
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South Korea |
30 days |
South Korea is populated with about 51.47 million people, It is known for acient buildings, fishing villages, sub-tropical islands and high-tech citie... |
- Citizens of Qatar can travel to South Korea for a stay duration of 30 days without applying for a visa.
- Passport of visitors must be valid for six months at the time of entry with one blank page available for entry stamps.
- There are no records of vaccination required for Qatar citizens visiting South Korea.
- Visitors are required to provide a computer generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency or copy of airline ticket showing entry and departure from South Korea.
- The Import of weapons, firearms and ammunition even for sporting purpose, requires permission from the police that must be obtained before clearing customs.
- Visitors bringing amphetamines or other prescription narcotics into the country must obtain advance permission in writing from the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
- Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- A certificate of foreign currencies must be submitted to customs upon departure from the Republic of Korea
- The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to South Korea is 9 hours, 25 minutes.
- South Korea uses the Korean Standard Time, hence, South Korea is 6 hours ahead of Qatar.
- Foreigners visiting South Korea are allowed to possess local currency (Korean Won-KRW) up to KRW 8,000,000 upon entry and exit but there are no restrictions on foreign currencies provided the imported sums are declared on arrival.
- Heavy rains and flooding in South Korea are likely to occur during the June to August monsoon season or the May to November typhoon season.
- The South Korean economy is now ranked at the 11th largest economy in the world and the 4th in Asia.
- While Japan is famous for its cherry blossom, South Korea can boast of a great share of the wonderflower.
- South Korea has a total of 12 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and some of the most famous include Changdeokgung Palace Complex, Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes, Historic Villages of Korea: Hahoe and Yangdong, and Gyeongju Historic Areas
- In South Korean, it is common for people to eat dog meat like chicken, pork, and beef.
- For 14 days in every summer, a mud festival in Boryeong organised normally on the second weekend in July where most people attend the festival.
- South Korea has 20 national parks and popular nature places like the Boseong Tea Fields, Suncheon Bay Ecological Park, and the first national park of Jirisan.
- South Korea tends to have a humid continental climate and a humid subtropical climate and is affected by the East Asian Monsoon with precipitation heavier in summer during a short rainy season called jangma which begins the end of June through the end of July
- South Korea has four distinct seasons; spring, summer, autumn and winter. Spring usually lasts from late March to early May, summer from mid-May to early September, autumn from mid-September to early November, and winter from mid-November to mid-March.
- The two main languages spoken in South Korea are Korean and English.
- A large proportion of the South Korean population has no religious affiliations with a few people practising Christianity, Buddhism, Islam and Cheondoism.
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Singapore |
30 days |
The Republic of Singapore is a city-state and an island country with a population of about 5 million people and the fastest walkers in the world. |
- For the Qatar passport holders travelling to Singapore, a visa application is not required for entry for a stay up to 30 days.
- Citizens of Qatar should provide a passport valid for the duration of stay in the country
- Passport in possession of citizens should have at least two blank pages for entry stamps
- Visitors are expected to provide a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate
- Travellers must have confirmed onward or return ticket and enough money to cover the expenses of their visit to Singapore.
- Computer generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency is needed also.
- Travellers aged 18 years old or more are allowed the free import of no more than one litre of beer, spirits and wine.
- The import of meat and its products into Singapore is prohibited.
- Free export of a moderate amount of tobacco products and alcoholic drinks.
- Importing and exporting of explosives or firearms is forbidden except if the traveller has a permit from the Director-General of Civil Aviation Authority, Singapore
- Any tobacco products and chewing-gum must be declared on arrival.
- The trading of banned drugs is a serious crime in Singapore and the penalty for such crime is death.
- All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- There are no restrictions on importing local currency (Singapore Dollar-SGD) and foreign currencies but visitors are allowed to possess up to 30,000 SDG (Singapore Dollar-SGD) at departure
- Singapore uses the Standard Time zone( GMT+8), hence, Singapore is 5 hours ahead of Qatar.
- The nation is known for its transition from a developing to a developed country in a single generation under the leadership of its founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew.
- Most Singaporeans are bilingual and English serves as the nation's lingua franca while Malay is the national language.
- Singapore has the highest religious diversity in any country.
- Singapore is the third-biggest creditor nation by net international investment position per capita
- Due to urbanisation, Singapore has lost over 95% of its historical forests. only about of its flora and fauna can be found in its natural reserves such as the Bukit Timah Natural Reserve and the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve which comprise only 0.25% of Singapore's land area
- Singapore has a tropical rain forest climate with no distinctive seasons, uniform temperature and pressure, high humidity, and abundant rainfall.
- The government provides numerous assistance programmes to the homeless and needy through the Ministry of Social and Family Development, so acute poverty is rare
- In 2015, Lonely Planet and The New York Times listed Singapore as their top and 6th best world destination to visit respectively
- As Singapore is a small island with a high population density, the number of private cars on the road is restricted to curb pollution and congestion.
- Singaporean residents also travel by e-scooters, bicycles, bus, taxis and train
- Taxis are a popular form of public transport as the fares are relatively cheap compared to many other developed countries
- Singapore is a major international transport hub in Asia, serving some of the busiest sea and air trade routes.
- Access to water is universal, affordable, efficient and of high quality.
- Buddhism is the most widely practised religion in Singapore, with 33% of the resident population. The next-most practised religion is Christianity followed by Islam, Taoism and Hinduism 17% of the population did not have a religious affiliation
- Racial and religious harmony is regarded by Singaporeans as a crucial part of Singapore's success and played a part in building a Singaporean identity.
- Singapore's diversity of cuisine is touted as a reason to visit the country, one of the best locations when it comes to a combination of convenience, variety, quality and price.
- Hainanese Chicken rice based on the Hainanese dish, Wenchang chicken is considered Singapore's national dish.
- Water sports are some of the most popular in Singapore.
- The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to Singapore is 8 hours, 12 minutes.
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United Arab Emirates |
30 days |
The Emirates is a country of some 9,598,553 people known its huge tourist attractions, larger number of expatriates, and for having one of the most st... |
- Qataris entering the United Arab Emirates are not required to apply for a visa for a variable stay duration of at least 30 days.
- Passports of citizens must have a minimum of 6 months validity after the date of arrival.
- One blank page on the passports of holders is required for entry stamps.
- A passport is not required if the child is registered in the parent's passport.
- There are no certificates of vaccination required from visitors entering into the United Arab Emirates.
- A visa included in an expired passport, combined with a valid passport, can be accepted for travel.
- Due to the outbreak of swine flu (H1N1), visitors entering the United Arab Emirates will have to fill in a health declaration form.
- Travellers departing from any airport in the United Arab Emirates must pay a fee of AED 30.
- There are no restrictions on the amount of local and foreign currencies taken in and out of the country.
- The climate of the United Arab Emirates is subtropical-arid with hot summers and warm winters. The climate is categorized as a desert climate.
- Flogging is a punishment for criminal offences such as adultery, premarital sex and alcohol consumption in the United Arab Emirates.
- it is illegal to be intoxicated in public or drive a motor vehicle with any trace of alcohol in the blood.
- Islam is the largest and the official state religion of the United Arab Emirates. The government follows a policy of tolerance toward other religions and rarely interferes in the activities of non-Muslims.
- Arabic is the national language of the United Arab Emirates. The Gulf dialect of Arabic is spoken natively by the Emirati people.
- Dubai is the site of ultramodern Burj Khalifa tower, enormous shopping centres and extravagant entertainment attractions.
- The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is 52 minutes.
- The United Arab Emirates adopts the Gulf Standard Time which puts United Arab Emirates 1 hour ahead of Qatar.
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Philippines |
30 days |
Philippines is the 12th most populated country in the world with a population of over 108 million people. It is known for its exports of coconuts and... |
- Citizens of Qatar citizens travelling to the Philippines are not required to visa for a stay up to 30 days.
- Visitors are required to possess passports valid for the proposed duration of stay.
- Visitors are expected to leave at least a blank page on their passports to obtain entry stamps.
- Visitors are only allowed currencies with the equivalent of 50,000 pesos/$10,000 on entry and exit.
- It is necessary for Qatar citizens to provide the International Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate.
- Visitors must provide a return ticket to their home country or an onward ticket to another country.
- Visitors are required to supply proof of Travel Arrangements by presenting a computer generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency
- The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to Manila, Philippines is 9 hours, 34 minutes.
- Philippines is currently on the Philippine Standard Time zone in the Philippines (GMT+8) which means that the Philippines is 5 hours ahead of Qatar.
- Trafficking in the Philippines is non-bailable and the maximum penalty is life imprisonment.
- If you intend to enter the Philippines with a prescribed controlled substance (for example, medical marijuana), obtain clearance from the Philippine government first.
- Vehicles used within the Philippines include bus, lorries, trucks and ferries. taxis are the recommended form of public transportation for visitors.
- Drugs or substances used for contraception are banned from entry into the Philippines.
- Visitors are allowed to possess printed materials that may be indecent, pornographic or subversive.
- Explosives, firearms and firearm parts, replicas and ammunition are prohibited in the country.
- Gambling machines and articles such as lottery sweepstakes tickets, coin-operated video machines, jackpot or pinball machines are not allowed entry.
- An import permit is required for importing all fruits, vegetables, plants and planting materials regardless of quantity if they are not accompanied by valid quarantine papers.
- The Philippines is the world's 5th largest island country with an area of 300,000 km2
- Multiple ethnicities and cultures are found throughout the islands.
- The country is known to be a significant location for human anthropology as the remains of the earliest men are found on the Island.
- Most of the mountainous islands are covered in tropical rainforest and volcanic in origin
- The country is estimated to have the second-largest gold deposits after South Africa giving credence to the talk that the Philippines was the Biblical Ophir.
- The Philippines' rainforests and its extensive coastlines make it home to a diverse range of birds, plants, animals, and sea creatures such as palm civet cat, the dugong, the cloud rat and the Philippine Tarsier.
- The Philippines has a tropical maritime climate that is usually hot and humid. There are three seasons: tag-init or tag-araw, the hot dry season or summer from March to May; tag-ulan, the rainy season from June to November; and tag-lamig, the cool dry season from December to February.
- Buses, jeepneys, taxis, and motorized tricycles are commonly available in major cities and towns.
- The country's rich biodiversity is one of the main tourist attractions with its beaches, mountains, rainforests, islands and diving spots among the most popular tourist destinations.
- Filipino and English are the official languages of the country.
- The Philippines is an officially secular state, although Christianity is the dominant faith with Islam being the second-largest religion.
- Unlike many Asians, most Filipinos do not eat with chopsticks; they use Western cutlery.
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Oman |
90 days |
Oman is populated with over 5 million people, and it is home to beautiful beaches, landscapes and many UNESCO world heritage sites. It is also known t... |
- Qatar citizens visiting Oman can do so without applying for a visa if they intend to stay in the country for less than 90 days.
- Passport of visitors entering into Oman are required have a validity of 6 months at the time of entry.
- It is also recommended that visitors should make available, a blank page on their passport for entry stamps.
- Visitors will be requested to present a Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination at the port of entry into Oman.
- Visitors must declare amounts over 20,000 USD or its currency equivalent upon entry.
- Pet animals must be accompanied by a certificate of vaccination against rabies stating that it is more than 1 month old but less than 6 months old.
- All travellers above two years are required to pay an airport Tax of OMR 5 upon departure from the airport if it is not collected at ticket issuing.
- The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to Oman is 1 hour, 25 minutes.
- Oman adopts the Gulf Standard Time which means that Oman is 1 hour ahead of Qatar.
- Oman generally has one of the hottest climates in the world but The mountain areas like Jabal Akhdar receive more rainfall.
- Oman has one of the most diverse environments in the Middle East with various tourist attractions and is particularly well known for adventure and cultural tourism.
- Islam is the most widely practised religion in Oman while non-muslim communities are virtually made up of foreign immigrants.
- Arabic, English, Baluchi, Urdu and various Indian languages are the main languages spoken in Oman.
- In Oman, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
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Cambodia |
30 days |
Cambodia is a country of over 16.01 million people known for being the home of the largest religious monument in the world, for its warm culture, and... |
- Citizens of Qatar can get visa on arrival for travelling to Cambodia as tourists and the maximum duration of stay is 30 days.
- Visitors will need to inquire with the airline if boarding is allowed without a visa if they choose to have a visa on arrival.
- Visitor’s passport must be valid for six months from the date of entry into Cambodia.
- Passports of visitors must have at least one blank page for visa stamps.
- Passports of visitors should not be frayed, torn, separating or altered in any other way.
- Visitors’ Passport photographs must be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper.
- Passport photograph size must be two inches by two inches in size and taken against an all-white background.
- The passport photographs must provide the full front view of your head with your face centred in the middle and displaying a neutral expression.
- Passport holders may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear for religious purposes in photographs.
- Qataris also have the option to apply for an electronic visa to visit Cambodia.
- Qataris applying for an electronic visa are required to supply a passport scan, digital passport photo and credit/debit card or Paypal account.
- Note that the Cambodian electronic visa is valid for 90 days after it is first issued.
- To extend the Cambodia electronic visa for another 30 days total, visitors can make application by contacting the local police station or immigration office.
- No sticker or stamps will be issued to citizens applying for the electronic visa only permits.
- Super rush processing times for Cambodia electronic visas are approximately 24 hours.
- Qatar citizens are required to print out 2 copies of the electronic visa certificate.
- Visitors are required to give one copy of the electronic visa certificate to the immigration department as your travel visa upon arrival in Cambodia and one copy upon departure.
- Phnom Penh International Airport, Siem Reap International Airport, Poi Pet (Banteay Meanchey), Bavet (Svay Rieng), Cham Yeam (Koh Kong), Tropaeng Kreal Border Post (Stung Treng) and Sihanoukville International Airport are the only port of entry for electronic visa.
- The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to Cambodia is 7 hours, 39 minutes.
- Visitors are not required to pay departure tax upon leaving the country.
- Cambodia is known for the World Heritage site, Angkor Wat temple complex which is one of the largest religious monuments in the world on a site measuring up to 162.6 hectares.
- Cambodia has two distinct seasons and a tropical climate with warm temperatures throughout the year. The wet season runs from December through April while the dry season is between January and February.
- Cambodia is known to have a single official language called Khmer which is spoken by nearly of the whole of the country's population.
- A bulk of Cambodia's population practice Theravada Buddhism, followed by Islam, Christianity, and other religions
- Transport within Cambodia can be made through public buses, private taxis and ride-hailing via mobile apps.
- Taxis in Cambodia can appear in the form of cars, motorcycles, and tuk-tuk.
- There are no records of any inter or intra-city railway systems in Cambodia.
- In Cambodia, the power plugs and sockets are of type A, C and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Cambodia currently uses the Indochina Time, (Greenwich Meridian Time+7) which puts Cambodia 4 hours ahead of Qatar.
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Jordan |
90 days |
Jordan is an Arab country with a population of 9.5 million, filled with biblical sites and backdrops for famous movies in the silver screen era. |
- Qatar citizens intending to visit Jordan are not required to visa for 90 days duration of stay.
- Passports of Qatar citizens visiting Jordan must be valid for the duration of stay stipulated on the visa.
- Qatar citizens are required to leave at least a blank page for entry stamps
- Pets are allowed to be carried as traveller's luggage, as cargo, or in the cabin provided they are accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate and a certificate of vaccination against rabies.
- Birds and their products are prohibited from entry unless they are approved by the Jordanian Ministry of Agriculture.
- All travellers planning to stay in Jordan for more than 14 days have to be examined for HIV/AIDS.
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate required for all visitors below or above one year of age.
- In Jordan the power plugs and sockets are of type C, D, F, G and J. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Jordan uses the Eastern European Summer zone (GMT+3), hence, Qatar is 1 hour ahead of Jordan.
- The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to Jordan, Philippines is 9 hours, 58 minutes.
- Taxis are inexpensive and often the most convenient form of transportation in Jordan and Taxi drivers converse in English.
- The Jordanian dinar (unofficially abbreviated as JD) is the adopted currency for Jordan.
- Jordan is defined by ancient monuments, nature reserves and seaside resorts.
- The official language of Jordan is Arabic, but English is widely spoken especially in the cities.
- Many Jordanians have travelled or have been educated abroad, so French, German, Italian and Spanish are also spoken but to a lesser extent.
- The local popular Jordanian food tends to consist of rice, yoghurt, lamb, olives, and a range of herbs and spices.
- A majority of Jordanians are Muslim, Christians in Jordan live mostly in Amman or the Jordan Valley and makeup 6% of the total population with 1% representing other religions.
- Visitors are advised to avoid wearing tight or revealing clothing or taking photos without permission within the country.
- Hospitality is the watchword of Jordanians, they make it part of their every lives constantly saying the word “Ahlan Wa Salaam” meaning “come in and make yourself at home” to every visitor.
- There are hardly beggars in Jordan, as a result of their innate generosity.
- Jordan is a hub for pilgrims than tourist because of the historical religious importance to Muslims and Christians alike.
- Beyond the purpose of exploring sites, Jordan has upmarket and exquisite hotels, restaurant and bars to satisfy the varied taste of tourists.
- Tourist driving within Jordan are advised to do so with an international driver’s license, this would serve as a for driving insurance against unforeseen situations like accidents.
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Hong Kong |
30 days |
Hong Kong is home to about 8 million people, spectacular
landscapes and the best culinary delights. |
- Qatar citizens looking to travel to Hong Kong do not need to apply and obtain a visa for a stay duration of 30 days.
- There are no certificate of vaccinations required for entering Hong Kong.
- Traveller must be in possession of a passport valid for 6 months beyond stay.
- One blank page of visitors’ passports is required for entry stamps at the point of entry.
- Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- Pets can only enter into Hong Kong as traveller's luggage, as cargo or in the cabin.
- In Hong Kong, the power plugs and sockets are of type G and D. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz
- The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to Jordan, Philippines is 9 hours, 58 minutes.
- Hong Kong uses the Standard Time zone (GMT+8), hence, Hong Kong is 5 hours ahead of Qatar.
- Hong Kong has a humid subtropical climate characteristic of southern China.
- Hong Kong has the world's largest skyscraper in the world with 317 towers taller than 150 metres (490 ft) and the third-largest number of high-rise buildings in the world.
- Hong Kong has a highly developed, sophisticated transport network of railways, buses and ferries.
- With few natural lakes and rivers, high population density, inaccessible groundwater sources, and extremely seasonal rainfall, the territory does not have a reliable source of freshwater.
- Hong Kong is characterised as a hybrid of East and West, Traditional Chinese values emphasising family and education blend with Western ideals, including economic liberty and the rule of law
- There are five daily meals taken in Hong Kong- breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and siu yeh.
- Dishes include congee, chai su bao, siu yuk, egg tarts and mango pudding.
- Chinese and English are the two official languages of Hong Kong.
- Religion in Hong Kong is characterized by a multi-faith diversity of beliefs and practices. Most of the Hong Kong people of Chinese descent practice Chinese folk religion—which may include Confucian, Taoist doctrines and Buddhism.
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South Africa |
90 days |
South Africa boasts of a population of 57 million people. Popularly called the “Rainbow Nation”, the country is famous for it’s Springbok team and gre... |
- Qatar nationals visiting South Africa are not required to apply for a visa for a stay up to 90 days.
- Passports of citizens must have two consecutive empty visa pages per entry for entry stamps.
- Yellow fever issued at least 10 days before arrival is required from travellers at the port of entry.
- Passport of visitors must be valid for 30 days beyond the stay duration.
- Local currency (ZAR) up to 25,000 is prohibited from entry and exit but foreign currencies can be unlimited if declared upon entry. No Kruger coins are prohibited also.
- Children aged 15 years old and younger can be included in a parent's passport on condition that the child is accompanied by the passport bearer.
- Travellers should have a sufficient means of support and all necessary documents for their next trip including onward or return tickets.
- All pet animals and their products have to be transported as manifested cargo under an Air Waybill.
- All travellers to South Africa are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- South Africa uses the South Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+2) therefore Qatar is 1 hour ahead of South Africa.
- The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to Johannesburg, South Africa is 8 hours, 14 minutes.
- In South Africa, the power plugs and sockets are of type D, M and N. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- There are no restrictions on importing and foreign currencies and traveller's cheques so long as the imported sums are declared upon arrival.
- South Africa is the largest country in Southern Africa and the 25th largest country in the world by land area and, with over 57 million people.
- South Africa is often referred to as the “rainbow nation” to describe the country's multicultural diversity, especially in the wake of apartheid.
- South Africa contains some of the oldest archaeological and human fossil sites in the world.
- South Africa has a generally temperate climate due in part to being surrounded by the Atlantic and Indian Oceans on three sides Winters in South Africa occur between June and August.
- South Africa has 11 official languages which are Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans, English, Northern Sotho, Tswana, Southern Sotho, Tsonga, Swazi, Venda and Southern Ndebele.
- The Christians in South Africa are accounted to make a majority of the population followed by Muslims, Hindus, traditional African religion practitioners, Judaism and about 15.1% of the population are without any religious affiliation.
- Globally, South Africa is popularly known for its towering mountain peaks and breathtaking vistas.
- South Africa is also known for its nature reserves, highlands for tourist’s skiing, national park, mountains and waterfalls.
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Bahamas |
90 days |
The Bahamas consists of 700 islands, a beautiful pink beach and is home to the famous Swimming Pigs. |
- Qatar citizens intending to travel to the Bahamas for a period of 90 days are not required to apply for a visa.
- Passports of citizens must be valid for the duration of stay in the country.
- Qatar citizens intending to travel to the Bahamas for a duration of 3 months or less, can do so without a visa.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for 6 months beyond departure date from the Bahamas. The passport should have two blank pages for visa stamping.
- Visitors are required to have a return or onward ticket, a confirmation of accommodation, as well as proof they have enough funds to sustain themselves while in the Bahamas.
- Citizens of Qatar must provide a yellow fever vaccination certificate. Visitors are advised to be vaccinated 10 days before entering the Bahamas.
- Although the official language of the Bahamas is English, the Bahamian pidgin and Haitian creole are also well used.
- The most prominent religion in the Bahamas is Christianity. Other religions are Islam, Buddhism, Baha’i, Hinduism.
- The Bahamian Dollar is the official currency of the Bahamas. The USD is also widely accepted. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
- The climate of the Bahamas is tropical. The best time to visit is in Autumn and Spring, based on favourable climatic conditions.
- The power and socket plug used in the Bahamas are of Type A and B. The standard voltage is 120 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
- Movement in the Bahamas is made possible with buses, taxis and car rentals. Also, driving is on the left-hand side.
- The average amount of tourist spends per day in the Bahamas is 124 Bahamian Dollar.
- The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to the Bahamas is 15 hours, 36 minutes.
- Bahamas uses Eastern Daylight Time zone (GMT-4) making Qatar is 8 hours ahead of The Bahamas.
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Barbados |
90 days |
Barbados, known as the culinary capital of the Caribbean is a country of 284,996 people whose name literally means “the bearded ones”. |
- Qatar citizens intending to travel to Barbados for a period of 90 days are not required to apply for a visa.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of arrival in Barbados.
- Visitors are to provide a proof of accommodation, as well as a copy of a financial statement showing they have enough money to take care of themselves for their entire stay in Barbados.
- Visitors under the age of eighteen (18) travelling without a parent or guardian must have a letter of authorization from a parent or guardian.
- The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to Barbados is 14 hours, 42 minutes.
- Barbados make use of the Atlantic Standard Time (GMT -4) hence, Qatar is 7 hours ahead of Barbados.
- About 95% of the population of Barbados is dominated by Christians. Other religions are Islam, Hinduism, Judaism, Wicca, and Baha’i.
- The official language in Barbados is English, however, Bajan is spoken majorly in an informal setting throughout the country.
- The main currency used in Barbados is the Barbadian Dollar(B$), although the US Dollar is also acceptable. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
- The numerous natural and historical beauties found in Barbados put it out as a great place for tourists and visitors looking to experience the richness of nature and to discover new cultures.
- The weather of Barbados is usually hot and sunny all year round, with over 3000 hours of sunshine each year. The rain comes in quick showers. The dry season lasts from January to June.
- The power and socket plug used in Barbados is of Type A and B. The standard voltage is 115 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Visitors can move around in Barbados with buses, taxis and car rental. Also, driving is on the left side.
- Some delicacies Barbados is popular for include, cou cou, flying fish, rice and peas, cutters, etc.
- Visitors in Barbados are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
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Kuwait |
30 days |
Kuwait is a country located in the Middle East, on the Persian Gulf, and is populated with over 4.137 million people. It is known for its mineral reso... |
- Citizens of Qatar can travel to Kuwait without going through the procedures of obtaining a visa for a stay duration of 30 days.
- Citizens’ passports must be valid for six months from date of arrival but expired passports can be accepted as emergency passports with conditions.
- There are no vaccination of health certificate required from temporary visitors entering Kuwait.
- All travellers leaving Kuwait are required to pay an airport departure tax of KWD 2 (Kuwaiti Dinars).
- There are no restrictions on importing or exporting of local and foreign currencies.
- Gold bars are allowed in and out of the country provided that the customs authorities are informed.
- Pets may be brought into Kuwait provided prior permission has been made from the General Directorate for Agricultural and Sea Wealth and that owners obtain a veterinary certificate of good health issued in the home country.
- Travellers are allowed free export of cigarettes and tobacco products of any weight or amount without restrictions.
- Visitors bearing a temporary residence permit issued by Kuwait will be denied entry as an only permanent residence permit is allowed.
- Visitors are required to have onward or return tickets except for citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council member countries.
- Kuwait adopts the Arabian Standard Time, hence, there is no time difference between Qatar and Kuwait.
- The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to Kuwait City, Kuwait is 1 hour, 13 minutes.
- Kuwait is frequently dubbed the “Hollywood of the Gulf" due to the popularity of its television soap operas and theatre.
- The new Kuwait National Cultural District (KNCD) consisting of various cultural venues including Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre, Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmad Cultural Centre, Al Shaheed Park and Al Salam Palace is one of the largest cultural districts in the world.
- Summers between April to July in Kuwait are some of the hottest on earth.
- Water in Kuwait are mostly seawater, hence, the country relies on water desalination as a primary source of fresh water for drinking and domestic purposes.
- Kuwait has a state-funded medical system which provides treatment without charge to Kuwaiti nationals.
- The country's public transportation network consists almost entirely of bus routes but there is no railway system in the country, most people travel by automobiles.
- The annual "Hala Febrayer" festival in Kuwait is known to attract many tourists from neighbouring GCC countries and includes a variety of events including music concerts, parades, and carnivals
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China |
30 days |
China is known for being the most populated country in the world with a population of some 1.37 billion people, for being the mother of inventions, an... |
- Qatar visitors intending to visit China can do so without applying for a visa if they intend to stay for a duration of 30 days.
- The passports of visitors entering the People’s Republic of China must have a validity of six months.
- Visitors are advised to make available two blank pages of their passports for entry stamps
- Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- There are no certificates of vaccination required from Qataris visiting the Republic of China.
- Travellers may import cats and dogs (only one pet per each traveller) either as luggage or as cargo. Pets must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate of good health as well as a certificate of vaccination against rabies issued by the government veterinary authority in the home country.
- Visitors are limited to be in possession of the local currency or its equivalent of above Max RMB 20,000 upon entry and exit.
- The transport system in China is characterised mainly by railway followed by road and sea transport.
- Standard Mandarin, a variety of Mandarin of a Beijing dialect, is the official national language of China and is used as a lingua franca in the country between people of different linguistic backgrounds.
- Approximately 74% of the population in China are either non-religious or practise Chinese folk belief, 16% are Buddhists, 2% are Christians, 1% are Muslims, and 8% adhere to other religions including Taoists and folk salvationism.
- China is known and popularly visited because of its mountains, lakes, valleys, caves and waterfalls some of which include Mount Tai (Tai Shan) in the east, Mount Hengshan in the south, Mount Hua in the west, Mount Hengshan in the north and Mount Song in the centre of China have been called the Five Sacred Mountains since antiquity.
- The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to Beijing, China is 8 hours, 10 minutes.
- China adopts China Standard Time and this places China 5 hours ahead of Qatar.
- In China, there are three types of plugs used this include three-pronged angled pins, two flat pins which is the most common one or two narrow round pins. Electricity is 220 volts, 50 cycles AC.
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