Are you a Nigerian traveller planning a trip to Qatar in 2026? Whether you're visiting for tourism, transit, or a stopover on your way to Umrah, getting your Qatar visa right from the start saves you time, money, and unnecessary stress. This guide walks you through everything you need to know about the Hayya Visa — and how Deen Voyage Limited can handle the entire process for you.
What Is the Qatar Hayya Visa?
The Qatar Hayya Visa is a short-stay entry visa that allows travellers — including Nigerians — to visit Qatar for tourism, transit, or leisure. It is processed through the official Discover Qatar partner network and approved by Qatar's Ministry of Interior (MOI).
The good news? Nigerian passport holders can obtain a Qatar visa, provided all requirements are met and the application is submitted through a registered travel agent like Deen Voyage Limited.
Qatar Hayya Visa Requirements for Nigerian Applicants (2026)
Before starting your application, make sure you have the following documents ready:
- A colour scan of your passport's biographical data page (first page) is required.
- Your passport must have a minimum of six (6) months validity from your planned date of arrival in Qatar.
- Expired or soon-to-expire passports will not be accepted.
- The photo must be in JPEG or JPG format only — no PNG, PDF, or other formats.
- Maximum file size: 5 MB.
- Dimensions: 40mm in height by 30mm in width (standard passport photo size).
- Ensure the photo is recent, clear, and taken against a plain white or light background.
- You must have a confirmed hotel reservation for at least three (3) nights.
- The booking must be made through the Discover Qatar agent portal — bookings made directly on the Discover Qatar B2C (public) website are not accepted for visa purposes.
- This is why using a registered Discover Qatar partner like Deen Voyage Limited is essential — we book directly through the agent portal on your behalf.
- A confirmed Airport → Hotel → Airport transfer must be in place and submitted alongside your hotel booking.
- A copy of your confirmed return flight ticket to and from Qatar is required.
- Your travel dates must align with your hotel booking and visa application window.
Important Things Every Nigerian Applicant Must Know
Visa Processing Time
The Qatar Hayya Visa requires a minimum of five (5) working days to process. Note that Fridays and Saturdays are weekends in Qatar and are not counted as working days. Plan your application well in advance — do not apply at the last minute.
Non-Refundable Fees
Hotel booking fees and visa administration fees are non-refundable once used to process the visa — regardless of whether the visa is approved or not. If your visa is not approved, the visa admin fee will not be refunded. In that case, we strongly advise you to immediately follow your hotel's cancellation policy to avoid No Show charges.
Visa Approval Is Not Guaranteed
All Hayya Visa approvals are strictly subject to the Ministry of Interior (MOI) of Qatar. Submitting correct documents significantly improves your chances, but ultimate approval rests with the MOI. Deen Voyage will guide you to ensure your application is as strong as possible.
Stay Where You Booked
Qatar's visa policy requires that travellers stay at the hotel booked for the visa application. Changing your accommodation after obtaining the visa is a violation of the visa policy and can have serious consequences for your travel agent. As your agent, Deen Voyage takes this seriously — please honour your booking as submitted.
Step-by-Step: How the Qatar Visa Process Works with Deen Voyage
Contact Deen Voyage Limited
Reach out to our team and indicate your intended travel dates to Qatar.
Hotel Booking via Agent Portal
We confirm hotel availability and book your accommodation through the official Discover Qatar agent portal.
Airport Transfer Arranged
We organise your Airport–Hotel–Airport transfer (mandatory for the visa application).
Submit Your Documents
You provide your passport scan, passport photo, and flight tickets.
Visa Application Submitted
We compile and submit your complete application to Discover Qatar / MOI.
Processing Period
Minimum of 5 working days (excluding Friday & Saturday).
Visa Approved — Ready to Travel!
Upon approval, you receive your Qatar Hayya Visa and are all set.
Why Use Deen Voyage Limited to Process Your Qatar Visa?
As a registered Discover Qatar travel partner, Deen Voyage Limited is one of the few travel agencies in Nigeria and Canada authorised to book Qatar hotels through the official agent portal — which is a mandatory requirement for Hayya Visa applications.
- Official Discover Qatar agent portal hotel bookings (required for visa)
- Confirmed airport transfers included in the visa package
- End-to-end visa document preparation and submission
- Expert guidance for Nigerian passport holders travelling to Qatar
- Trusted support for travellers connecting through Qatar for Umrah or Hajj
Whether you're visiting Qatar as your primary destination or using Doha as a transit hub on your way to Saudi Arabia for Umrah, Deen Voyage Limited ensures your visa process is smooth, compliant, and stress-free.