Qatari visa for Saudi Arabian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Saudi Arabian passport holders visiting Qatar for a short-term stay: Freedom of Movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Saudi Arabian citizens to enter Qatar for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of Movement |
| Evisa | Qatar e-visa for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Qatar visa on arrival for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
Qatar tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Saudi Arabian 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 Saudi Arabia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Qatar nearest your place of residence.
- Riyadh: The Embassy of Qatar in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Working hours: Close now)
- Jeddah: The Consulate General of Qatar in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (Working hours: Close now)
Qatar visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Qatar diplomatic mission offices to Saudi Arabia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Saudi Arabia traveling to Qatar from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Saudi Arabia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 812,777 | N/A |
| 2009 | 898,332 | 10.53% |
| 2010 | 864,110 | -3.81% |
| 2011 | 838,443 | -2.97% |
| 2012 | 872,666 | 4.08% |
| 2013 | 846,999 | -2.94% |
| 2014 | 838,443 | -1.01% |
| 2015 | 855,555 | 2.04% |
| 2016 | 949,145 | 10.94% |
| 2017 | 0 | -100.00% |
| 2018 | 910 | % |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Qatar & Saudi Arabia comparison
Qatar's area is approximately 11,610 km2 (4,482 sq mi), while the area of Saudi Arabia is approximately 2,149,690 km2 (829,999 sq mi). This means Saudi Arabia is 185.16 times bigger than Qatar.
As of October 2025, Qatar's population is ~3.1 million people - 34,451,309 fewer people than the population of Saudi Arabia.
We have highlighted Qatar & Saudi Arabia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Qatar | Saudi Arabia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,130,264 | 37,581,573 | 34.5 million fewer people live in Qatar than Saudi Arabia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 111 | 114 | Qatar has 3 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Saudi Arabia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 53 | 39 | Qatar passport holders can visit 14 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 68 | 127 | Qatari hosts 59 fewer foreign missions than Saudi Arabia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Saudi Arabia travel to Qatar in one year?
The number of visitors from Saudi Arabia visiting Qatar in 2018 was approximately 910.
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- Travel time: 1 hours 18 minutes
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