Qatari visa for Swiss citizens
A visa is NOT required for Swiss passport holders visiting Qatar for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Swiss citizens to enter Qatar for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Qatar e-visa for Swiss citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Qatar visa on arrival for Swiss citizens | Not Available | |
Qatar tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Swiss 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 Switzerland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Qatar nearest your place of residence.
- Bern: The Embassy of Qatar in Bern, Switzerland (Working hours: Close now. Open in 46 minutes)
- Geneva: The Permanent Mission of Qatar in Geneva, Switzerland (Working hours: Close now. Open in 46 minutes)
Qatar visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Qatar diplomatic mission offices to Switzerland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Switzerland traveling to Qatar from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Switzerland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 19,113 | N/A |
| 2010 | 21,924 | 14.71% |
| 2011 | 26,531 | 21.01% |
| 2012 | 29,973 | 12.97% |
| 2013 | 33,694 | 12.41% |
| 2014 | 36,626 | 8.70% |
| 2015 | 37,940 | 3.59% |
| 2016 | 37,903 | -0.10% |
| 2017 | 29,109 | -23.20% |
| 2018 | 23,469 | -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 & Switzerland comparison
Qatar's area is approximately 11,610 km2 (4,482 sq mi), while the area of Switzerland is approximately 39,516 km2 (15,257 sq mi). This means Switzerland is 3.40 times bigger than Qatar.
As of October 2025, Qatar's population is ~3.1 million people - 5,844,579 fewer people than the population of Switzerland.
We have highlighted Qatar & Switzerland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Qatar | Switzerland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,130,264 | 8,974,843 | 5.8 million fewer people live in Qatar than Switzerland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 111 | 146 | Qatar has 35 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Switzerland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 53 | 142 | Qatar passport holders visit 89 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 68 | 268 | Qatari hosts 200 fewer foreign missions than Switzerland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Switzerland travel to Qatar in one year?
The number of visitors from Switzerland visiting Qatar in 2018 was approximately 23,469.
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