Australian visa for Qatari citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Qatari passport holders visiting Australia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Qatari citizens to enter Australia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Australia e-visa for Qatari citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Australia visa on arrival for Qatari citizens | Not Available | |
Australia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Qatari passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Australia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Australia.
If you are looking for Australia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Qatar, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Australia nearest your place of residence.
- Doha: The Embassy of Australia in Doha, Qatar (Working hours: Close now)
Australia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Australia diplomatic mission offices to Qatar for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Qatar traveling to Australia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Qatar) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 33,516 | N/A |
| 2009 | 32,940 | -1.72% |
| 2010 | 34,740 | 5.46% |
| 2011 | 34,626 | -0.33% |
| 2012 | 36,192 | 4.52% |
| 2013 | 38,892 | 7.46% |
| 2014 | 41,532 | 6.79% |
| 2015 | 44,694 | 7.61% |
| 2016 | 49,614 | 11.01% |
| 2017 | 52,890 | 6.60% |
| 2018 | 55,476 | 4.89% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Australia & Qatar comparison
Australia's area is approximately 7,682,300 km2 (2,966,151 sq mi), while the area of Qatar is approximately 11,610 km2 (4,482 sq mi). This means Qatar is 661.70 times smaller than Australia.
As of November 2025, Australia's population is ~27.0 million people - 23,874,113 more people than the population of Qatar.
We have highlighted Australia & Qatar’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Australia | Qatar | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 27,004,377 | 3,130,264 | 23.9 million more people live in Australia than Qatar |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 136 | 111 | Australia has 25 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Qatar. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 130 | 53 | Australia passport holders can visit 77 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 319 | 68 | Australian hosts 251 more foreign missions than Qatar. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Qatar travel to Australia in one year?
The number of visitors from Qatar visiting Australia in 2018 was approximately 55,476.
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