All set to visit Qatar but don’t know if your visa has been approved? With online and in-person services, Qatar visa status checking is a seamless process. Whether it is visa issuance or cancellation, you can check the status easily. Let’s go through the process of status-checking using different methods.
How to Check Qatar Visa Status
If you are moving to Qatar, a valid visa is essential. Similarly, when leaving the country, cancelling your visa is a legal requirement. But how do you know if your visa is valid, expired or cancelled? Well, the Ministry of Interior (MOI) online service and Qatar Visa Centre (QVC) have made it easy.
Be informed about your visa status to avoid breaching laws. Here is how you can check the visa status using different portals:
Through the Ministry of Interior (MOI)
Whether you have applied for a family visa or a work visa, here is how you can check the status:
- Go to the MOI’s official website.
- Click on ‘Home’ then go to ‘Inquiries’.
- Go to ‘Visa Services’ then ‘Visa Inquiry and Printing’.
- There are two ways to check the visa status: enter visa number or passport number.
- Choose your nationality.
- Complete the captcha.
- Click on ‘Submit’.
- Visa status will be visible.
- If the visa is valid, the printing option will also be available.
Through the Qatar Visa Centre (QVC)
The Qatar government has made visa applications easy for residents of Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, India, the Philippines and Sri Lanka. These nationalities can apply for visas in their countries through the QVC. There are 16 visa centres in total established in these 6 countries.
After the application, you can check your visa status using the QVC website or MOI website. Here is how to check visa status using the QVC website:
- Go to QVC’s official website.
- Select your preferred language and your country.
- Go to ‘Track Application’.
- Enter your passport number, visa number and captcha code and click on ‘Submit.’
- Visa status will be visible on the screen.
In-person through the Qatar Visa Centres
Here is how you can check your visa status in person:
- Locate your nearest QVC office.
- Book an appointment through the QVC official website.
- Visit the Embassy/Consulate of QVC office.
- Ask the staff to check the visa status.
- Provide details such as passport number.
- Know your visa status.
Qatar Visa Centres
Here are the details of some Qatar visa centres:
- Bangladesh
- Location: Rupayan Trade Centre, 11th Floor, Kazi Nazrul Islam Avenue, Bangla Motor, Ramna, Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Contact: +880 96 6677 7101
- Pakistan
- Location: Gerry’s Building 1-A, I & T Centre, G-6, Islamabad, Pakistan
- Contact: +92 51 843 9384
- Sri Lanka
- Location: 475/3, Sentra Super City, Sri Jayawardenepura, MW Rajagiriya, Kotte, Sri Lanka
- Contact: +94 11 794 2999
- Philippines
- Location: Unit 106, NU Mall of Asia Building, Coral Way Street, MOA Complex, Pasay City, Manila, Philippines
- Contact: + 632 8 528 2554
- India
- Location: Unit Number 2, Lower ground floor, Parsvnath Mall, Akshardham Metro Station, Akshardham, New Delhi, India
- Contact: +91 44 6133 1333
- Nepal
- Location: Ward number 4, Maharajgunj, Chakrapath, Kathmandu, Nepal
- Contact: +977 1 597 0029
Note: For the complete list of Qatar Visa Centres, visit the QVC official website.
Visa Status Meanings
Here is the list of different visa codes and their meanings:
| Visa Status | Meaning |
| Approved | Approval of visa application and is ready to print. |
| Rejected | Rejection of visa application. |
| In Transit | It is in transit to Qatar and has not been approved yet. |
| Expired | Expired and you have to leave the country. |
| Cancelled | Visa cancelled when leaving a country. |
| On Hold | The application is on hold and will be thoroughly reviewed again. |
| Used Inside Country | Using a visa for travelling. |
| Transferred to Resident | Visa transferred to a Qatar residence permit. |
| Issued | For in-person applications, the visa has been issued and you can collect it. |
| Documents Are Not Finalised | Documents missing or incomplete information. |
| Under Review or Process | Application under review. |
FAQs
How Many Days Does It Take For Qatar Visa Approval?
It depends on the visa type and the country from where you are applying. However, the average approval time is two weeks.
Why Is My Qatar Visa Rejected?
There can be different reasons for a Qatar visa rejection. These include:
- Missing documents
- Incomplete information
- Wrong information
- Eligibility criteria issues
How Can I Check My Qatar Visa Cancellation Status?
Checking Qatar visa cancellation status is a streamlined process. You can easily check it using the MOI official website. If you have applied through the Qatar Visa Centre, you can also check the status using the QVC official website.
How Can I Apply For a Qatar Visa Extension?
There are different ways to apply for a visa extension, such as using the MOI portal, Hukoomi portal or QVC. Here is how to extend a visa using MOI:
- Go to MOI’s official website.
- Enter visa or passport number.
- Select nationality.
- Complete the captcha.
- Click on ‘Extend’.
Checking Qatar visa status is essential to ensure legal compliance. Follow the steps mentioned above to check your visa status in a few minutes. If you want to know about the different types of Qatar visas, we have a dedicated guide.
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