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Iran visa for Qatari citizens
Entry requirement
Iran admits Qatari citizens without a visa for stays of up to 15 days.
- Maximum stay
- 15 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Iranian citizens travelling to Qatar
IranQatar Visa on arrival Qatar visa for citizens of Iran
Travel advice for Iran
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to the whole country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from Qatar to Iran, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Iran at Level 4, do not travel (updated 22 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to Iran (updated 27 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Iran (updated 29 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Qatari citizens can stay in Iran
Qatari citizens may stay in Iran for up to 15 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Iran.
Iran’s neighbours for Qatari citizens
Armenia, Pakistan, Azerbaijan and Turkey admit Qatari citizens visa-free. Turkmenistan and Afghanistan require Qatari citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Iranian citizens travelling to Qatar
Iranian citizens receive their visa for Qatar at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Qatari citizens need a visa for Iran?
Iran admits Qatari citizens without a visa for stays of up to 15 days.
How long can Qatari citizens stay in Iran?
Qatari citizens can stay in Iran for up to 15 days.
Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Qatar?
Iranian citizens receive their visa for Qatar at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Can Qatari citizens enter Iran visa-free?
Yes, Qatari citizens can enter Iran without a visa and stay for up to 15 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.