Qatari visa for Icelandic citizens
A visa is NOT required for Icelandic passport holders visiting Qatar for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Icelandic citizens to enter Qatar for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Qatar e-visa for Icelandic citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Qatar visa on arrival for Icelandic citizens | Not Available | |
Qatar tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Icelandic passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Qatar.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Qatar.
If you are looking for Qatar visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Iceland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Qatar nearest your place of residence.
- London: The Embassy of in London, ~ 1844.35 kilometers (1146.03 mi) away from Reykjavik, Iceland. (Working hours: Close now).
- The Hague: The Embassy of in The Hague, ~ 1946.75 kilometers (1209.66 mi) away from Reykjavik, Iceland. (Working hours: Close now).
Qatar visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Qatar diplomatic mission offices to Iceland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Iceland traveling to Qatar from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Iceland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 3,852 | N/A |
| 2010 | 4,419 | 14.72% |
| 2011 | 5,347 | 21.00% |
| 2012 | 6,041 | 12.98% |
| 2013 | 6,791 | 12.42% |
| 2014 | 7,382 | 8.70% |
| 2015 | 7,647 | 3.59% |
| 2016 | 7,639 | -0.10% |
| 2017 | 5,867 | -23.20% |
| 2018 | 4,730 | -19.38% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Qatar & Iceland comparison
Qatar's area is approximately 11,610 km2 (4,482 sq mi), while the area of Iceland is approximately 100,250 km2 (38,706 sq mi). This means Iceland is 8.63 times bigger than Qatar.
As of October 2025, Qatar's population is ~3.1 million people - 2,777,931 more people than the population of Iceland.
We have highlighted Qatar & Iceland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Qatar | Iceland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,130,264 | 352,333 | 2.8 million more people live in Qatar than Iceland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 111 | 25 | Qatar has 86 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Iceland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 53 | 138 | Qatar passport holders visit 85 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 68 | 54 | Qatari hosts 14 more foreign missions than Iceland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Iceland travel to Qatar in one year?
The number of visitors from Iceland visiting Qatar in 2018 was approximately 4,730.
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Useful Information
- Doha to Reykjavik: 8060.72 km (5008.70 mi)
- Travel time: 16 hours 47 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025