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Qatar travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Qatar with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Qatar.
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Qatar travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Qatar with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| Qatar - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Time difference | UK +3 hours |
| Language(s) | Arabic, English |
| Currency | Qatari Riyal |
| Electricity | G plug (240V) |
| Driving side | Right |
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Qatar weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum daytime temperature °F |  72 |
73 |
 79 |
 90 |
100 |
104 |
106 |
104 |
100 |
95 |
 84 |
 75 |
| Hours of sunshine (daily) | ||||||||||||
| Days with some rainfall |  3 |
 4 |
4 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
| Sea temperature °F |  68 |
 66 |
70 |
 75 |
 82 |
 86 |
 90 |
93 |
91 |
88 |
 81 |
 73 |
The Qatar weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Doha.
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Qatar travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Qatar from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Qatar - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Qatar - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Qatar - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Qatar - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Qatar - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Qatar - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Qatar.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
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Qatar travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Qatar with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Qatar - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Qatar - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Qatar - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Qatar, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Qatar travel features
Do you want to learn more about Qatar? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Qatar.
Qatar FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Qatar including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Qatar?
Qatar is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Qatar.
Check out Ministry of Public Health, Qatar for more information.
What is the time difference between Qatar and the UK?
The time difference between Qatar and the UK is UK time+3 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Qatar?
The main languages spoken in Qatar are Arabic and English.
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What is the currency in Qatar?
The currency in Qatar is the Qatari Riyal (QAR).
Which plugs are used in Qatar?
Qatar uses electrical plug type G (240 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Qatar?
They drive on the right side of the road in Qatar.
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