JamaicaQatar: e-Visa

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Do Jamaica passport holders need a visa for Qatar?

e-Visa

Yes. Jamaica passport holders need a visa for Qatar, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: hayya.qa (checked September 4, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance12,636 km, straight line (~15h 22m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Qatar78 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Qatar passport holders visiting Jamaica: Visa required.

Qatar drives on the right, the opposite side to Jamaica. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Qatar

Jamaica passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Jamaica passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Jamaica passport holders need a visa for Qatar?

Yes. Jamaica passport holders need a visa for Qatar, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How far is Qatar from Jamaica?

About 12,636 km in a straight line, roughly ~15h 22m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Qatar?

Qatari riyal (QAR).

What is the emergency number in Qatar?

112 / 999.

Does Qatar drive on the same side of the road as Jamaica?

Qatar drives on the right, the opposite side to Jamaica. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Qatar in?

Qatar (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Doha?

Doha International Airport (DIA), about 7 km away.

How many countries can enter Qatar without a visa?

78 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Qatar visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Jamaica passport holders visit without a visa instead of Qatar?

Iran, Jordan, Syria, Israel.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Jamaica

Jamaica is an island country in the Caribbean, covering 10,991 square kilometres (4,244 sq mi). It is the third-largest island in the Greater Antilles and the Caribbean, after Cuba and Hispaniola. Jamaica lies about 145 km (78 nmi) south of Cuba, 191 km (103 nmi) west of Hispaniola, and 215 km (116 nmi) southeast of the Cayman Islands. With 2.8 million people, Jamaica is the third-most populous Anglophone country in the Americas and the fourth-most populous country in the Caribbean. Kingston is the capital and largest city.

CapitalKingston

RegionCaribbean

Population2.8M

Area10,991 km²

CurrencyJamaican dollar (1 USD ≈ 158.76 JMD)

LanguagesEnglish, Jamaican Patois

Calling code+1876

Drives on theleft

TimezoneJamaica (UTC-5)

Nearest airportTinson Pen Airport (KTP), 3 km

Emergency number110 / 112 / 119 / 911

UNESCO sites3

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$8,003 (2025)

Tourist arrivals1.3M (2020)

Climate in Kingston

Warmest June, coolest December, driest January, sunniest July. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, May, June, December.

Monthly climate normals for Kingston, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.7°C	20.8°C	19mm	328h
February	29.8°C	20.8°C	64mm	317h
March	29.9°C	20.3°C	59mm	355h
April	31°C	21.4°C	41mm	357h
May	30.8°C	22.7°C	120mm	348h
June	32.1°C	23.3°C	73mm	353h
July	31.4°C	23.1°C	158mm	369h
August	31.3°C	23.4°C	126mm	346h
September	30.2°C	22.7°C	203mm	334h
October	29.2°C	23.2°C	236mm	286h
November	28.3°C	21.9°C	457mm	231h
December	28°C	20.6°C	57mm	314h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Jamaica is an island nation in the Caribbean that attracts sunseekers for its laid-back beach culture, and music fans on the trail of Jamaica's most famous son, reggae legend Bob Marley. Tourists flock to the island's northern coast, including the communities of Montego Bay, Ocho Rios, and Port Antonio, and in Negril on the island's western tip. Dynamic in its African heritage, Jamaica offers a lively atmosphere in its tropical feel.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Blue and John Crow Mountains
John Crow Mountains
Port Royal

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

Full source list on About.

About Qatar

Qatar, officially the State of Qatar, is a country in West Asia. It occupies the Qatar Peninsula on the northeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula in the Middle East; it shares its sole land border with Saudi Arabia to the south, with the rest of its territory surrounded by the Persian Gulf. The Gulf of Bahrain, an inlet of the Persian Gulf, separates Qatar from nearby Bahrain. The capital is Doha, home to over 80% of the country's inhabitants. Most of the land area is made up of flat, low-lying desert.

CapitalDoha

RegionWestern Asia

Population3M

Area11,586 km²

CurrencyQatari riyal (1 USD ≈ 3.64 QAR)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+974

Drives on theright

TimezoneQatar (UTC+3)

Nearest airportDoha International Airport (DIA), 7 km

Emergency number112 / 999

UNESCO sites1

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$72,525 (2025)

Tourist arrivals582K (2020)

Climate in Doha

Warmest July, coolest January, driest May, sunniest June. Best time to visit: February, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Doha, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	21.9°C	12.6°C	19mm	283h
February	24.8°C	13.6°C	1mm	283h
March	27.9°C	16.8°C	19mm	310h
April	33.8°C	22.1°C	41mm	285h
May	39.1°C	24.6°C	0mm	361h
June	43.7°C	28.6°C	0mm	372h
July	43.5°C	30.6°C	0mm	364h
August	43.5°C	30.2°C	0mm	353h
September	40.9°C	27.1°C	0mm	331h
October	35.4°C	23.1°C	0mm	339h
November	30.2°C	20.1°C	1mm	298h
December	25.2°C	16°C	1mm	294h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Qatar is a rich Arab state occupying a small peninsula extending into the Persian Gulf to the north of Saudi Arabia. Many come to the Middle East seeking the mystic, traditional life of the Bedouins, wandering the desert with their life's belongings on a camel's back. Although tradition is still an important part of the Qatari ethos, the country has well and truly moved into the twenty-first century with the piercing glass skyscrapers of Doha, a booming trade sector and a new-found place in international diplomacy. Qatar offers a unique blend of cultural authenticity and modern luxury, making it a major tourism hub in the region.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Zubarah

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