Qatar travel restrictions
| Airlines Updates | Published on 20.11.2020 Published on 11.11.2020 Published on 06.11.2020 Published on 21.10.2020 Published on 20.10.2020 Published on 17.10.2020 09.10.2020 Qatar Airways from December 2020 is adding new service to the US West Coast, as the airline announced the launch of Doha – San Francisco route. From 15DEC20 to 27MAR21, Airbus A350-900XWB aircraft will operate this route 4 times weekly. Reservation opened on Wednesday 07OCT20. QR737 DOH0815 – 1255SFO 359 x135 Published on 08.10.2020 06.10.2020 Qatar Airways last week gradually filed planned service adjustment for Northern winter 2020/21 season, from 25OCT20 to 27MAR21. Latest adjustment as of 05OCT20 includes the following. Various travel restrictions continue to impact the airline’s operation, including passenger traffic rights and limited capacity on certain directions. Additional changes to be filed in the next few weeks, in particular for schedules on/after 17DEC20. Doha – Addis Ababa 3 weekly A320/350-900XWB (A320 only from 01DEC20) Doha – Berlin 25OCT20 – 15DEC20 Reduce from 7 to 5 weekly, 787-8 operating (A350-900XWB from 02DEC20, 777-300ER from 16DEC20; Brandenburg replace Tegel from 01NOV20) Following routes/sectors cancelled in Northern winter 2020/21 season: 29.09.2020 Qatar Airways in Northern winter 2020/21 season will continue to operate service to Brisbane, as the airline opened reservation for travel on/after 25OCT20, in the last 24 hours. The oneWorld member plans to continue operate Doha – Brisbane – Auckland routing 3 times weekly, on board Airbus A350-1000XWB aircraft. QR912 DOH0040 – 2130BNE2300 – 0515+1AKL 351 135 Published on 28.09.2020 Published on 27.09.2020 Published on 26.09.2020 Published on 25.09.2020 Published on 31.08.2020 Published on 25.08.2020 Published on 18.08.2020 Published on 15.08.2020 Published on 12.08.2020 Published on 10.08.2020 Published on 08.08.2020 05.08.2020 Qatar Airways since last week gradually adjusted planned operation for the remainder of Northern summer season. As of 04AUG20, planned operation for the period of 01SEP20 – 24OCT20 as follows. Note the carrier has filed changes on most routes, however scheduled update is incomplete on certain routes. Additional changes will be filed in the next few weeks, as various travel restrictions continue to impact operation, as well as passenger traffic rights on certain direction. Doha – Addis Ababa 3 weekly A320 Published on 04.08.2020 Published on 27.07.2020 Published on 25.07.2020 Published on 24.07.2020 Published on 23.07.2020 Published on 22.07.2020 21.07.2020 Qatar Airways in the last few days continues to adjust planned operation, complying with various travel restrictions that affects the airline’s passenger traffic rights. Certain routes are not available for reservation for outbound flights from Doha. As of 0800GMT 21JUL20, planned operation for the period of 20JUL20 – 31AUG20 as follows. Doha – Addis Ababa 3 weekly A320 Doha – Bucharest – Sofia 4 weekly A320 28.06.2020 Qatar Airways in the last few weeks modified its network for the remainder of Northern summer 2020 season, including the resumption of 5 European destinations, previously cancelled until 24OCT20 inclusive. Following European routes will be gradually resumed in July 2020. Doha – Ankara eff 09JUL20 3 weekly A320 Doha – Antalya 11JUL20 – 12SEP20 2 weekly A320 (seasonal route) Doha – Bodrum 09JUL20 – 12SEP20 2 weekly A320 (seasonal route) Doha – Bucharest – Sofia eff 15JUL20 4 weekly A320 Nonstop Doha – Sofia sector to resume on 25OCT20. Doha – Venice eff 15JUL20 3 weekly 787-8 Previously reported Qatar Airways summer 2020 cancellations on Airlineroute as follow. Note further adjustment remains highly possible. Following routes cancelled until 24OCT20 inclusive: Following summer seasonal routes are cancelled in 2020: Following planned new routes (including resumed routes) cancelled, no new launch date filed: Planned new routes launch remains unchanged, although some routes see launch delay: Certain routes may also see traffic rights restrictions. Doha – Addis Ababa eff 02JUL20 3 weekly A320 Doha – Amritsar Doha – Amsterdam Doha – Athens eff 01AUG20 1 daily 787-8 Doha – Baghdad Doha – Baku Doha – Bangalore eff 01JUL20 1 daily A350-1000XWB Doha – Barcelona Doha – Basra Doha – Beijing Capital eff 01AUG20 1 daily 777-300ER Doha – Belgrade Doha – Berlin Tegel Doha – Boston eff 01JUL20 3 weekly A350-900XWB Doha – Cape Town eff 05JUL20 1 daily 787-8 Doha – Copenhagen Doha – Dallas/Ft. Worth Doha – Dar es Salaam 16JUN20 – 09JUL20 3 weekly A320 Doha – Denpasar Doha – Dhaka Doha – Dublin Doha – Edinburgh Doha – Entebbe – Kigali – Doha eff 01JUL20 3 weekly 787-8 Doha – Frankfurt Doha – Geneva eff 17JUL20 4 weekly 787-8 Doha – Islamabad Doha – Jakarta Doha – Johannesburg eff 05JUL20 10 weekly A350-900XWB/787-8 Doha – Kathmandu eff 01JUL20 1 daily 787-8 Doha – Kuwait City Doha – Lagos Doha – Lahore Doha – Larnaca eff 01JUL20 3 weekly A320 Doha – London Heathrow Doha – Los Angeles Doha – Madrid Doha – Mahe Island eff 07JUL20 3 weekly A319 Doha – Manila Doha – Maputo eff 07JUL20 3 weekly 787-8 Doha – Montreal 4 weekly A350-900XWB Doha – Mumbai eff 01JUL20 1 daily 777-300ER Doha – Muscat Doha – Nagpur eff 02JUL20 4 weekly A320 Doha – New York JFK Doha – Oslo 4 weekly A350-900XWB Doha – Perth Doha – Peshawar 04JUN20 – 30JUN20 3 weekly A320 Doha – Prague Doha – Rome Doha – Salalah Doha – Sao Paulo Guarulhos Doha – Seoul Incheon eff 01JUN20 1 daily 777-300ER Doha – Stockholm Arlanda Doha – Sydney 1 daily A350-1000XWB (Overall service reduced from 2 to 1 daily in Sep/Oct, as Doha – Sydney – Canberra A350 service cancelled until 23OCT20) Doha – Tehran Imam Khomeini Doha – Thiruvananthapuram eff 01JUL20 1 daily A320 Doha – Tunis Doha – Venice eff 15JUL20 3 weekly 787-8 Doha – Warsaw Doha – Washington Dulles eff 01JUL20 3 weekly A350-900XWB |
| Full Restrictions | |
| Open for travel from Qatar | |
| Crossing Rules |
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| Flight Restrictions | published 27.11.2020 Total entry ban |
| Quarantine | Self-isolation at own accommodation. For all arrivals – including nationals, residents and visa holders – quarantine requirements are now extended for all arrival dates up to 31 December 2020. |
| Insurance | |
| Certification | COVID-19 negative certification not required / not known Thermal screening and temperature checks will take place on arrival, as will a swab test for coronavirus. |
| Vaccination | Yellow fever (2017) Other country requirement(s) (2017) |
Full Restrictions
Qatar Latest News: Quarantine rules extended for travelers to 31 December (AlJazeera,13.10.2020)
International Restrictions:
From 16 March until further notice, no international passengers, including those with a residence permit, will be allowed to enter Qatar. Transit passengers travelling on to another destination will still be able to transfer through Qatar, and some flights continue to operate. You should check with your airline or travel company for the latest information if you are planning to leave Qatar. Flights are subject to change or cancellation at short notice.Under the instructions of the Qatar Government, entry into Qatar is currently only allowed for Qatari nationals, the children and spouses of Qatari citizens, and holders of a permanent residence permit in the State of Qatar, can return anytime.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Qatar: Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health has published advice on how to limit the spread of coronavirus, and has introduced a number of precautionary restrictions on travel and events in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Public transport, including the metro and bus services, began running a limited service on 1 September. No more than four people are allowed in a vehicle, if they are not part of the same family. The authorities may also stop vehicles to enquire about the reason for the journey. It is mandatory to wear a face mask whenever you are outside your home, unless you are alone whilst driving a vehicle or exercising. From 22 May, it is also compulsory to have Qatar’s contact tracing app, Ehteraz, downloaded and working on your smartphone whenever you leave the house. The authorities are deploying mobile patrols and setting up checkpoints to prevent social gatherings and check compliance with other measures. Anyone violating these could incur a fine of up to QR200,000 and a prison sentence not exceeding three years, or one of those two penalties.
*Accommodation: Hotels are open, and facilities (ie gyms, pool) have reopened subject to restrictions on capacity. Some hotels are being used as quarantine locations.
*Public places and services: Qatar moved to phase 4 of its roadmap for re-opening on 1 September. Parks, beaches, gyms and outdoor swimming pools have reopened, as have malls, some restaurants, museums and libraries, though with varying restrictions on entry, hours and capacity. Gatherings of up to 15 people inside and up to 30 outside can now take place as long as precautionary measures are taken. Mosques and most hairdressers have also reopened, with restrictions, and restaurants have a maximum of four people per table, or up to six from the same household.
Qatar Latest News: Quarantine rules extended for travelers to 31 December (AlJazeera,13.10.2020)
International Restrictions:
From 16 March until further notice, no international passengers, including those with a residence permit, will be allowed to enter Qatar. Transit passengers travelling on to another destination will still be able to transfer through Qatar, and some flights continue to operate. You should check with your airline or travel company for the latest information if you are planning to leave Qatar. Flights are subject to change or cancellation at short notice.Under the instructions of the Qatar Government, entry into Qatar is currently only allowed for Qatari nationals, the children and spouses of Qatari citizens, and holders of a permanent residence permit in the State of Qatar, can return anytime.
Internal Restrictions:
Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health has published advice on how to limit the spread of coronavirus, and has introduced a number of precautionary restrictions on travel and events in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Public transport, including the metro and bus services, began running a limited service on 1 September. No more than four people are allowed in a vehicle, if they are not part of the same family. The authorities may also stop vehicles to enquire about the reason for the journey. It is mandatory to wear a face mask whenever you are outside your home, unless you are alone whilst driving a vehicle or exercising. From 22 May, it is also compulsory to have Qatar’s contact tracing app, Ehteraz, downloaded and working on your smartphone whenever you leave the house. The authorities are deploying mobile patrols and setting up checkpoints to prevent social gatherings and check compliance with other measures.
Anyone violating these could incur a fine of up to QR200,000 and a prison sentence not exceeding three years, or one of those two penalties. Hotels are open, and facilities (ie gyms, pool) have reopened subject to restrictions on capacity. Some hotels are being used as quarantine locations.
Qatar moved to phase 4 of its roadmap for re-opening on 1 September. Parks, beaches, gyms and outdoor swimming pools have reopened, as have malls, some restaurants, museums and libraries, though with varying restrictions on entry, hours and capacity. Gatherings of up to 15 people inside and up to 30 outside can now take place as long as precautionary measures are taken. Mosques and most hairdressers have also reopened, with restrictions, and restaurants have a maximum of four people per table, or up to six from the same household.
Qatar Latest News: Quarantine rules extended for travelers to 31 December (AlJazeera,13.10.2020)
International Restrictions:
From 16 March until further notice, no international passengers, including those with a residence permit, will be allowed to enter Qatar. Transit passengers travelling on to another destination will still be able to transfer through Qatar, and some flights continue to operate. You should check with your airline or travel company for the latest information if you are planning to leave Qatar. Flights are subject to change or cancellation at short notice.Under the instructions of the Qatar Government, entry into Qatar is currently only allowed for Qatari nationals, the children and spouses of Qatari citizens, and holders of a permanent residence permit in the State of Qatar, can return anytime.
Internal Restrictions:
Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health has published advice on how to limit the spread of coronavirus, and has introduced a number of precautionary restrictions on travel and events in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Public transport, including the metro and bus services, began running a limited service on 1 September. No more than four people are allowed in a vehicle, if they are not part of the same family. The authorities may also stop vehicles to enquire about the reason for the journey.
It is now mandatory to wear a face mask whenever you are outside your home, unless you are alone whilst driving a vehicle or exercising. From 22 May, it is also compulsory to have Qatar’s contact tracing app, Ehteraz, downloaded and working on your smartphone whenever you leave the house. The authorities are deploying mobile patrols and setting up checkpoints to prevent social gatherings and check compliance with other measures.
Anyone violating these could incur a fine of up to QR200,000 and a prison sentence not exceeding three years, or one of those two penalties.
Hotels are open, and facilities (ie gyms, pool) have reopened subject to restrictions on capacity. Some hotels are being used as quarantine locations.
Qatar moved to phase 4 of its roadmap for re-opening on 1 September. Parks, beaches, gyms and outdoor swimming pools have reopened, as have malls, some restaurants, museums and libraries, though with varying restrictions on entry, hours and capacity. Gatherings of up to 15 people inside and up to 30 outside can now take place as long as precautionary measures are taken. Mosques and most hairdressers have also reopened, with restrictions, and restaurants have a maximum of four people per table, or up to six from the same household.
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International restrictions:
From 16 March until further notice, no international passengers, including those with a residence permit, will be allowed to enter Qatar. Transit passengers travelling on to another destination will still be able to transfer through Qatar, and some flights continue to operate. You should check with your airline or travel company for the latest information if you are planning to leave Qatar. Flights are subject to change or cancellation at short notice.Under the instructions of the Qatar Government, entry into Qatar is currently only allowed for Qatari nationals, the children and spouses of Qatari citizens, and holders of a permanent residence permit in the State of Qatar, can return anytime.
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Internal restrictions:
Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health has published advice on how to limit the spread of coronavirus, and has introduced a number of precautionary restrictions on travel and events in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Public transport, including the metro and bus services, began running a limited service on 1 September. No more than four people are allowed in a vehicle, if they are not part of the same family. The authorities may also stop vehicles to enquire about the reason for the journey.
It is now mandatory to wear a face mask whenever you are outside your home, unless you are alone whilst driving a vehicle or exercising. From 22 May, it is also compulsory to have Qatar’s contact tracing app, Ehteraz, downloaded and working on your smartphone whenever you leave the house. The authorities are deploying mobile patrols and setting up checkpoints to prevent social gatherings and check compliance with other measures.
Anyone violating these could incur a fine of up to QR200,000 and a prison sentence not exceeding three years, or one of those two penalties.
Hotels are open, and facilities (ie gyms, pool) have reopened subject to restrictions on capacity. Some hotels are being used as quarantine locations.
Qatar moved to phase 4 of its roadmap for re-opening on 1 September. Parks, beaches, gyms and outdoor swimming pools have reopened, as have malls, some restaurants, museums and libraries, though with varying restrictions on entry, hours and capacity. Gatherings of up to 15 people inside and up to 30 outside can now take place as long as precautionary measures are taken. Mosques and most hairdressers have also reopened, with restrictions, and restaurants have a maximum of four people per table, or up to six from the same household.
Qatar Government to begin gradually lifting lockdown from 15 June (Reuters, 08.06.2020). Greece suspends flights to, from Qatar until 15 June (Reuters, 02.06.2020)
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International restrictions:
From 16 March until further notice, no international passengers, including those with a residence permit, will be allowed to enter Qatar. Transit passengers travelling on to another destination will still be able to transfer through Qatar, and some flights continue to operate. You should check with your airline or travel company for the latest information if you are planning to leave Qatar. Flights are subject to change or cancellation at short notice.Under the instructions of the Qatar Government, entry into Qatar is currently only allowed for Qatari nationals, the children and spouses of Qatari citizens, and holders of a permanent residence permit in the State of Qatar, can return anytime.
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Internal restrictions:
Qatar has prohibited all social gatherings, postponed sporting and public events, and closed all public venues and shops, apart from supermarkets, garages and pharmacies. Restaurants and cafes are either closed or are only allowed to make deliveries. The re-opening of some additional shops and public spaces began on 15 June and will continue in line with Qatar’s 4-phase roadmap to ease lockdown. Public transport, including the metro and bus services, has been suspended around the country until at least 1 September. No more than four people are allowed in a vehicle, if they are not part of the same family. The authorities may also stop vehicles to enquire about the reason for the journey. It is now mandatory to wear a face mask whenever you are outside your home, unless you are alone whilst driving a vehicle or exercising. From 22 May, it is also compulsory to have Qatar’s contact tracing app, Ehteraz, downloaded and working on your smartphone whenever you leave the house. The authorities are deploying mobile patrols and setting up checkpoints to prevent social gatherings and check compliance with other measures. Anyone violating these could incur a fine of up to QR200,000 and a prison sentence not exceeding three years, or one of those two penalties.
*****Relaxation to restrictions:
Qatar moved to phase 2 of its road-map for re-opening on 1 July. All parks, beaches and the walkway along the Corniche are now open, as are malls, some restaurants, museums and libraries, though all with restricted hours and capacity. Gatherings of up to five people can now take place as long as precautionary measures are taken.
Qatar Government to begin gradually lifting lockdown from 15 June (Reuters, 08.06.2020). Greece suspends flights to, from Qatar until 15 June (Reuters, 02.06.2020)
1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Qatar.
– This does not apply to nationals of Qatar.
– This does not apply to residents of Qatar with a Permanent Residence card.
2. Nationals and residents of Qatar with a Permanent Residence card of Qatar are subject to quarantine for 14 days. They must have a hotel reservation for this period.
International restrictions:
All inbound flights to Qatar remain suspended until further notice with the exception of transit and cargo flights. Travellers with all visas (residency, business, tourist) are not allowed to enter the country. National carrier Qatar Airways is still operating but only transit passengers with connecting flights can board. The ban does not apply to Qatari citizens and holders of permanent residency permits, though they may be asked to self-quarantine for 14 days.
Internal restrictions:
Qatar has prohibited all social gatherings, postponed sporting and public events, and closed all public venues and shops, apart from supermarkets, garages and pharmacies. Restaurants and cafes are either closed or are only allowed to make deliveries. Public transport, including the metro and bus services, has been suspended around the country. No more than four people are allowed in a vehicle, if they are not part of the same family. The authorities may also stop vehicles to enquire about the reason for the journey. It is now mandatory to wear a face mask whenever you are outside your home, unless you are alone whilst driving a vehicle or exercising. From 22 May, it is also compulsory to have Qatar’s contact tracing app, Ehteraz, downloaded and working on your smartphone whenever you leave the house. The authorities are deploying mobile patrols and setting up checkpoints to prevent social gatherings and check compliance with other measures. Anyone violating these could incur a fine of up to QR200,000 and a prison sentence not exceeding three years, or one of those two penalties.
Relaxation to restrictions:
Doha Industrial Area reopened on 6 May, visitors will require a permit obtained through the local authorities.
Qatar Greece suspends flights to, from Qatar until 15 June (Reuters, 02.06.2020)
International restrictions:
All inbound flights to Qatar remain suspended until further notice with the exception of transit and cargo flights. Travellers with all visas (residency, business, tourist) are not allowed to enter the country. National carrier Qatar Airways is still operating but only transit passengers with connecting flights can board. The ban does not apply to Qatari citizens and holders of permanent residency permits, though they may be asked to self-quarantine for 14 days.
Internal restrictions:
Qatar has prohibited all social gatherings, postponed sporting and public events, and closed all public venues and shops, apart from supermarkets, garages and pharmacies. Restaurants and cafes are either closed or are only allowed to make deliveries. Public transport, including the metro and bus services, has been suspended around the country. No more than four people are allowed in a vehicle, if they are not part of the same family. The authorities may also stop vehicles to enquire about the reason for the journey. It is now mandatory to wear a face mask whenever you are outside your home, unless you are alone whilst driving a vehicle or exercising. From 22 May, it is also compulsory to have Qatar’s contact tracing app, Ehteraz, downloaded and working on your smartphone whenever you leave the house. The authorities are deploying mobile patrols and setting up checkpoints to prevent social gatherings and check compliance with other measures. Anyone violating these could incur a fine of up to QR200,000 and a prison sentence not exceeding three years, or one of those two penalties.
Relaxation to restrictions:
Doha Industrial Area reopened on 6 May, visitors will require a permit obtained through the local authorities.
Qatar
International restrictions:
All inbound flights to Qatar remain suspended until further notice with the exception of transit and cargo flights. Travellers with all visas (residency, business, tourist) are not allowed to enter the country. National carrier Qatar Airways is still operating but only transit passengers with connecting flights can board. The ban does not apply to Qatari citizens and holders of permanent residency permits, though they may be asked to self-quarantine for 14 days.
Internal restrictions:
From 17 May, all individuals are required to wear face masks when leaving their homes, except for when driving alone in their cars. From 19 May, the number of people allowed in a private vehicle at a time is limited to two; exceptions are given to taxis and limousines and those driving with a private family driver, which are allowed up to three passengers. Public buses are only allowed to operate at 50% capacity. All forms of public gatherings – including religious events – are banned until further notice, and sporting activities are limited to areas close to one’s residence. Failure to abide by these measures may result in legal repercussions. The security forces are conducting mobile patrols and have established checkpoints to ensure compliance. In addition, effective 22 May until further notice, all citizens and residents are required to download the ‘Exteraz’ mobile application, which has been introduced by the government for COVID-19 tracking purposes. All shops and commercial activities are closed until 30 May, with the exception of supermarkets, pharmacies and restaurants providing delivery services. Relaxation to restrictions: Doha Industrial Area reopened on 6 May, visitors will require a permit obtained through the local authorities.
Qatar
International restrictions:
All inbound flights to Qatar remain suspended until further notice with the exception of transit and cargo flights. Travellers with all visas (residency, business, tourist) are not allowed to enter the country. National carrier Qatar Airways is still operating but only transit passengers with connecting flights can board. The ban does not apply to Qatari citizens and holders of permanent residency permits, though they may be asked to self-quarantine for 14 days. From 17 May, all individuals are required to wear face masks when leaving their homes, except for when driving alone in their cars. From 19 May, the number of people allowed in a private vehicle at a time is limited to two; exceptions are given to taxis and limousines and those driving with a private family driver, which are allowed up to three passengers. Public buses are only allowed to operate at 50% capacity. All forms of public gatherings – including religious events – are banned until further notice, and sporting activities are limited to areas close to one’s residence. Failure to abide by these measures may result in legal repercussions. The security forces are conducting mobile patrols and have established checkpoints to ensure compliance. In addition, effective 22 May until further notice, all citizens and residents are required to download the ‘Exteraz’ mobile application, which has been introduced by the government for COVID-19 tracking purposes. All shops and commercial activities are closed from 19-30 May, with the exception of supermarkets, pharmacies and restaurants providing delivery services. Doha Industrial Area reopened on 6 May, visitors will require a permit obtained through the local authorities.
Qatar All inbound flights to Qatar remain suspended until further notice with the exception of transit and cargo flights. Travellers with all visas (residency, business, tourist) are not allowed to enter the country. National carrier Qatar Airways is still operating but only transit passengers with connecting flights can board. The ban does not apply to Qatari citizens and holders of permanent residency permits, though they may be asked to self-quarantine for 14 days. From 17 May, all individuals are required to wear face masks when leaving their homes, except for when driving alone in their cars. All commercial businesses and non-essential shops remain closed. Public transportation has been suspended and all social gatherings banned. Doha Industrial Area reopened on 6 May, visitors will require a permit obtained through the local authorities.
Qatar All inbound flights to Qatar remain suspended until further notice with the exception of transit and cargo flights. National carrier Qatar Airways is still operating but only transit passengers with connecting flights can board.
Passengers are not allowed to enter Qatar.
This does not apply to nationals of Qatar, though they may be asked to self-quarantine for 14 days.
Travellers with all visas (residency, business, tourist) are not allowed to enter the country.
All commercial businesses and non-essential shops remain closed. Public transportation has been suspended and all social gatherings banned.
An area of 32.1 sq.km in the Industrial Area of Doha has been put in full lockdown.