Saudi Arabian visa for Qatari citizens
A visa is NOT required for Qatari passport holders visiting Saudi Arabia for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Qatari citizens to enter Saudi Arabia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Saudi Arabia e-visa for Qatari citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Saudi Arabia visa on arrival for Qatari citizens | Not Available | |
Saudi Arabia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Qatari passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Saudi Arabia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Saudi Arabia.
If you are looking for Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia nearest your place of residence.
- Manama: The Embassy of in Manama, ~ 115.44 kilometers (71.73 mi) away from Doha, Qatar. (Working hours: Close now).
- Abu Dhabi: The Embassy of in Abu Dhabi, ~ 336.46 kilometers (209.07 mi) away from Doha, Qatar. (Working hours: Close now).
Saudi Arabia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Saudi Arabia diplomatic mission offices to Qatar for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Qatar traveling to Saudi Arabia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Qatar) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 88,542 | N/A |
| 2009 | 65,382 | -26.16% |
| 2010 | 65,100 | -0.43% |
| 2011 | 85,074 | 30.68% |
| 2012 | 97,992 | 15.18% |
| 2013 | 94,632 | -3.43% |
| 2014 | 109,560 | 15.77% |
| 2015 | 107,964 | -1.46% |
| 2016 | 108,264 | 0.28% |
| 2017 | 96,654 | -10.72% |
| 2018 | 92,004 | -4.81% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Saudi Arabia & Qatar comparison
Saudi Arabia's area is approximately 2,149,690 km2 (829,999 sq mi), while the area of Qatar is approximately 11,610 km2 (4,482 sq mi). This means Qatar is 185.16 times smaller than Saudi Arabia.
As of November 2025, Saudi Arabia's population is ~37.6 million people - 34,451,309 more people than the population of Qatar.
We have highlighted Saudi Arabia & Qatar’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Saudi Arabia | Qatar | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 37,581,573 | 3,130,264 | 34.5 million more people live in Saudi Arabia than Qatar |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 114 | 111 | Saudi Arabia has 3 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Qatar. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 39 | 53 | Saudi Arabia passport holders visit 14 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 127 | 68 | Saudi Arabian hosts 59 more foreign missions than Qatar. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Qatar travel to Saudi Arabia in one year?
The number of visitors from Qatar visiting Saudi Arabia in 2018 was approximately 92,004.
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- Travel time: 1 hours 18 minutes
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