SamoaQatar: e-Visa

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Do Samoa passport holders need a visa for Qatar?

e-Visa

Yes. Samoa 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

Distance15,329 km, straight line (~18h 32m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Qatar78 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

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

Visa-free alternatives near Qatar

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

Other visa-free destinations for Samoa passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Samoa passport holders need a visa for Qatar?

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

How far is Qatar from Samoa?

About 15,329 km in a straight line, roughly ~18h 32m 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 Samoa?

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

Iran, Jordan, Syria, Israel, Lebanon, 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 Samoa

Samoa, officially the Independent State of Samoa, is an island country in Polynesia, a part of Oceania, which is in the South Pacific Ocean. It consists of two main islands, two smaller, inhabited islands, and several smaller, uninhabited islands, including the Aleipata Islands. Samoa is located 64 km west of American Samoa, 889 km northeast of Tonga, 1,152 km northeast of Fiji, 483 km east of Wallis and Futuna, 1,151 km southeast of Tuvalu, 519 km south of Tokelau, 4,190 km southwest of Hawaii, and 610 km northwest of Niue. The capital and largest city is Apia.

CapitalApia

RegionPolynesia

Population219.3K

Area2,842 km²

CurrencySamoan tālā (1 USD ≈ 2.75 WST)

LanguagesEnglish, Samoan

Calling code+685

Drives on theleft

TimezoneApia (UTC+13)

Nearest airportFaleolo International Airport (APW), 28 km

Emergency number994 / 995 / 996 / 999

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$5,873 (2025)

Tourist arrivals23.9K (2020)

Climate in Apia

Warmest March, coolest September, driest May, sunniest March. Best time to visit: March, April, May, July, August, September, October.

Monthly climate normals for Apia, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.1°C	25.1°C	1044mm	263h
February	29°C	24.9°C	827mm	198h
March	30.1°C	25.3°C	154mm	338h
April	29.7°C	25.4°C	290mm	285h
May	29.8°C	25.5°C	108mm	332h
June	28.4°C	24.8°C	380mm	284h
July	28.3°C	24.5°C	280mm	312h
August	28.3°C	24.4°C	150mm	334h
September	28.2°C	24.3°C	299mm	311h
October	28.4°C	24.6°C	260mm	329h
November	28.9°C	24.3°C	513mm	305h
December	28.5°C	24.5°C	543mm	275h

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

Samoa is an island nation in the South Pacific Ocean, part of Polynesia. It is an archipelago of 10 islands with ancient cultures, dramatic landscapes, and a variety of activities to do, such as snorkelling in Samoa's vibrant coral gardens. With a total of 400 kms along its shoreline, it boasts stunning palm-fringed, white-sand beaches and crystal-clear turquoise lagoons.

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

January 1, 2027New Year's 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	12.6°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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