KiribatiQatar: e-Visa

KiribatiQatar

Do Kiribati passport holders need a visa for Qatar?

e-Visa

Yes. Kiribati 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 of2026-10-14

Distance13,067 km, straight line (~15h 52m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Qatar78 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Qatar passport holders visiting Kiribati: Visa-free.

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

Visa-free alternatives near Qatar

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

Other visa-free destinations for Kiribati passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Kiribati passport holders need a visa for Qatar?

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

How far is Qatar from Kiribati?

About 13,067 km in a straight line, roughly ~15h 52m 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 Kiribati?

Qatar drives on the right, the opposite side to Kiribati. 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 Kiribati passport holders visit without a visa instead of Qatar?

United Arab Emirates, Iran, Jordan, Syria, Cyprus.

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 Kiribati

Kiribati, officially the Republic of Kiribati, is an archipelagic country spanning the Micronesia and Polynesia sub-regions of Oceania in the central Pacific Ocean. The state comprises 32 atolls and other islands and one remote raised coral island, Banaba. Its total land area is 811 km2 (313 sq mi) dispersed over 3,441,810 km2 (1,328,890 sq mi) of ocean. The spread of the country's islands, from Banaba in the west to Kiritimati in the east straddles the equator and the 180th meridian. The International Date Line goes around Kiribati and swings far to the east, almost reaching 150°W. This brings Kiribati's easternmost islands, the southern Line Islands south of Hawaii, into the same day as the Gilbert Islands and places them in the most advanced time zone on Earth: UTC+14.

CapitalTarawa

RegionMicronesia

Population136.5K

Area811 km²

CurrencyAustralian dollar, Kiribati dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.43 AUD)

LanguagesEnglish, Gilbertese

Calling code+686

Drives on theleft

TimezoneTarawa (UTC+12)

Nearest airportBonriki International Airport (TRW), 20 km

Emergency number192 / 193 / 194 / 195 / 999

UNESCO sites1

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$2,559 (2025)

Tourist arrivals12K (2019)

Climate in Tarawa

Warmest January, coolest December, driest November, sunniest August. Best time to visit: May, June, August, September, October, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Tarawa, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.2°C	27.3°C	274mm	286h
February	28.9°C	27.1°C	414mm	265h
March	28.5°C	26.9°C	612mm	299h
April	28.5°C	27.1°C	154mm	317h
May	28.5°C	27.2°C	67mm	346h
June	28.6°C	27.4°C	45mm	334h
July	28.6°C	27°C	92mm	341h
August	28.3°C	27.2°C	15mm	358h
September	28.4°C	27.2°C	13mm	345h
October	27.8°C	26.6°C	22mm	355h
November	28°C	26.9°C	11mm	348h
December	27.5°C	26.4°C	29mm	349h

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

Kiribati is a remote archipelago nation in Micronesia, at the equator. It consists of 33 atolls widely dispersed through 3.5 million km² of sea territory. Kiribati is a tranquil paradise. While most of its local lifestyle remains communal, its main highlight are aquamarine waters set around an 800-km² island backdrop.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Phoenix Islands Protected Area

Upcoming public holidays

October 5, 2026World Teachers' Day

December 10, 2026Human Rights and Peace Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

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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	12.8°C	19mm	283h
February	24.7°C	13.8°C	1mm	283h
March	27.9°C	16.9°C	19mm	310h
April	33.8°C	22.2°C	41mm	285h
May	39.1°C	24.8°C	0mm	361h
June	43.7°C	28.8°C	0mm	372h
July	43.5°C	30.7°C	0mm	364h
August	43.5°C	30.2°C	0mm	353h
September	40.9°C	27.2°C	0mm	331h
October	35.3°C	23.3°C	0mm	339h
November	30.2°C	20.2°C	1mm	298h
December	25.2°C	16.1°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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