RussiaQatar: Visa-free

RussiaQatar

Do Russia passport holders need a visa for Qatar?

Visa-free

No. Russia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Qatar for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: portal.moi.gov.qa (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay3 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance3,570 km, straight line (~4h 42m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Qatar78 of 242 nationalities tracked

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Frequently asked questions

Do Russia passport holders need a visa for Qatar?

No. Russia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Qatar for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

How long can Russia citizens stay in Qatar without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Qatar from Russia?

About 3,570 km in a straight line, roughly ~4h 42m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Qatar?

Qatari riyal (QAR).

What is the emergency number in Qatar?

112 / 999.

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.

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 Russia

Russia, or the Russian Federation, is a country in Eastern Europe and North Asia. It is the largest country in the world, spanning eleven time zones and sharing land borders with fourteen countries. With a population of over 140 million, Russia is the most populous country in Europe and the ninth-most populous in the world. It is a highly urbanised country, with sixteen of its urban areas having more than 1 million inhabitants. Moscow, the most populous metropolitan area in Europe, is the capital and largest city of Russia, while Saint Petersburg is its second-largest city and a major cultural centre.

CapitalMoscow

RegionEastern Europe

Population143.5M

Area17,098,242 km²

CurrencyRussian ruble (1 USD ≈ 83.93 RUB)

LanguagesRussian

Calling code+7

Drives on theright

TimezoneMoscow (UTC+3)

Nearest airportSheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), 28 km

Emergency number01 / 02 / 03 / 101 / 102 / 103 / 112

UNESCO sites40

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$17,547 (2025)

Tourist arrivals6.4M (2020)

Climate in Moscow

Warmest July, coolest December, driest April, sunniest June.

Monthly climate normals for Moscow, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	1.2°C	-2.2°C	45mm	29h
February	1.5°C	-4°C	35mm	108h
March	7.4°C	-0.8°C	44mm	208h
April	8.6°C	-0.4°C	29mm	285h
May	15.5°C	6.8°C	116mm	279h
June	22.8°C	13°C	89mm	384h
July	22.9°C	14.3°C	129mm	351h
August	21.9°C	12.1°C	36mm	354h
September	18.4°C	9.6°C	49mm	263h
October	12.5°C	5.7°C	44mm	167h
November	3.2°C	0°C	43mm	52h
December	-2.3°C	-6.6°C	34mm	66h

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

Russia is the world's largest country, covering more than one-eighth of the Earth's inhabited land area. Russia boasts a rich history and culture, as well as a wealth of natural attractions for those willing to head off the beaten path. Many of Russia's attractions for visitors lie in the hard-to-reach stretches of the planet's most remote lands. The best known sights are in and around the nation's principal cities of Moscow and Saint Petersburg.

Upcoming public holidays

November 4, 2026День народного единства

January 1, 2027Новый год

January 2, 2027Новогодние каникулы

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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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