ZimbabweQatar: e-Visa

ZimbabweQatar

Do Zimbabwe passport holders need a visa for Qatar?

e-Visa

Yes. Zimbabwe 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

Distance5,281 km, straight line (~6h 43m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Qatar78 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

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

Visa-free alternatives near Qatar

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

Other visa-free destinations for Zimbabwe passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Zimbabwe passport holders need a visa for Qatar?

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

How far is Qatar from Zimbabwe?

About 5,281 km in a straight line, roughly ~6h 43m 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 Zimbabwe?

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

Iran, Jordan, Syria.

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 Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe, officially the Republic of Zimbabwe, is a landlocked country in Southeast Africa, between the Zambezi and Limpopo River, bordered by South Africa to the south, Botswana to the southwest, Zambia to the north, and Mozambique to the east. The capital and largest city is Harare, and the second largest is Bulawayo.

CapitalHarare

RegionEastern Africa

Population17M

Area390,757 km²

CurrencyBotswana pula, Chinese yuan, Euro, British pound, Indian rupee, Japanese yen, United States dollar, South African rand, Zimbabwean bonds (1 USD ≈ 13.69 BWP)

LanguagesChibarwe, English, Kalanga, Khoisan, Ndau, Northern Ndebele, Chewa, Shona, Sotho, Tonga, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa, Zimbabwean Sign Language

Calling code+263

Drives on theleft

TimezoneHarare (UTC+2)

Nearest airportRobert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE), 12 km

Emergency number993 / 994 / 995 / 999

UNESCO sites5

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,021 (2025)

Tourist arrivals639K (2020)

Climate in Harare

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

Monthly climate normals for Harare, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	26.2°C	16.5°C	204mm	326h
February	24.4°C	16°C	140mm	294h
March	25.1°C	14.4°C	21mm	329h
April	24.6°C	13.6°C	9mm	334h
May	23.1°C	10.6°C	0mm	338h
June	20.2°C	9.2°C	3mm	293h
July	20.4°C	7.4°C	0mm	329h
August	24.5°C	10.7°C	0mm	345h
September	27.2°C	13.2°C	0mm	334h
October	28.2°C	15.3°C	42mm	355h
November	29.6°C	17.8°C	60mm	357h
December	23.7°C	16.7°C	223mm	269h

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

Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in Southern Africa. For those looking to travel in Africa, Zimbabwe is a great starting place. It is rich in fauna and flora and has numerous ancient stone cities including the largest in Africa south of the Sahara, Great Zimbabwe. Its border with Zambia is formed by the Zambezi River which when in full flood drops as the world's largest curtain of falling water at the mighty Victoria Falls which is a major tourist attraction.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Great Zimbabwe
Khami
Mana Pools National Park, Sapi and Chewore Safari Areas
Matobo Hills
Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls

Upcoming public holidays

December 22, 2026Unity Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing 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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