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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Russia citizens need a visa for Qatar?

Visa on arrival

Russia citizens can get a visa on arrival for Qatar — right at the airport or border, no embassy needed.

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Russia vs Qatar: passport comparison

Russia

81

visa-free countries

Global rank: #93 · mobility 125.4

Qatar

70

visa-free countries

Global rank: #95 · mobility 117.9
52

countries both Russia and Qatar can enter visa-free together

Russia + Qatar: passport compatibility

71%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Russia and Qatar travel together — by entry type:

52 both visa-free
19 both visa on arrival
19 both e-visa / eTA
49 both need a visa
58 access differs

Where Russia and Qatar can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (52)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Angola 30 days #168
Argentina 90 days #44
Armenia 180 days #129
Azerbaijan 30 days #126
Bahamas 90 days #53
Barbados 90 days #48
Belarus 30 days #114
Bosnia and Herzegovina 30 days #88
Botswana 90 days #119
Brazil 90 days #43
China 30 days #112
Colombia 90 days #74
Costa Rica 30 days #62
Dominica 21 days #70
Dominican Republic 90 days #124
Ecuador 90 days #104
El Salvador 180 days #75
Georgia 360 days #83
Guatemala 90 days #73
Haiti 90 days #175
Honduras 90 days #78
Hong Kong 14 days #46
Israel 30 days #51
Jordan 30 days #165
Kazakhstan 30 days #116
Kiribati 90 days #84
Kyrgyzstan 60 days #134
Malaysia 30 days #41
Mauritius 90 days #66
Micronesia 30 days #89
Montenegro 30 days #76
Morocco 90 days #121
Nicaragua 90 days #86
Palestine 90 days #193
Panama 90 days #68
Philippines 30 days #128
Saint Kitts and Nevis 90 days #54
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Sao Tome and Principe 15 days #151
Saudi Arabia 90 days #102
Serbia 30 days #72
Seychelles 90 days #58
South Africa 90 days #97
Swaziland 30 days #120
Tajikistan 30 days #149
Thailand 60 days #110
Tunisia 90 days #131
Turkey 60 days #94
United Arab Emirates 90 days #1
Uzbekistan 10 days #142
Vanuatu 120 days #105
Venezuela 90 days #90

Qatar: good to know

Doha

Capital

Qatari Riyal (QAR)

Currency

Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3)

Time zone

+974

Calling code

Where else Russia goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Qatar

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa on arrival

Issued at the border on arrival

Frequently asked

Do Russia citizens need a visa for Qatar?
Russia citizens can get a visa on arrival for Qatar — right at the airport or border, no embassy needed.
Which passport is stronger — Russia or Qatar?
The Russia passport is stronger: 81 visa-free countries versus 70. Global rank: Russia #93, Qatar #95.
Where can Russia and Qatar citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 52 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Qatar?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Russia and Qatar?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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