Qatar Tourism has launched a new version of its Hayya Platform to invite tourists requiring visas to experience Qatar’s diverse tourism offerings and warm hospitality. The platform, which previously allowed over a million visitors during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM tournament, will become the sole portal for all tourist and business visas. The move will unify visa processes for tourists, GCC residents and companions traveling with GCC citizens.
The Hayya Platform will also provide pre-registration options for faster entry for vehicles and e-gate entry at Hamad International Airport. This will enhance visitors’ travel experience and reflect Qatar’s continued investment in its tourism sector, which forms a crucial part of the economy.
Tourists who require a visa to enter Qatar can apply through the Hayya Platform at www.hayya.qa or via the application on their smartphones. The platform will also provide additional services such as maps, transportation options, offers and current events to enhance visitors’ stay.
Chairman of Qatar Tourism and Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker stated that Qatar’s national tourism strategy aims to welcome over six million visitors a year by 2030. Qatar is already the most open country in terms of visa facilitation in the Middle East and the 8th most open globally, with over 95 nationalities granted visa on arrival.