Doha, Sept. 10, 2025 – Qatar has announced new visa policy for Nigerians.
The country announced this in a recent notice as part of its new visa regulation.
Under the new policy Nigerian male travellers will no longer be granted tourist or transit visas to Qatar unless accompanied by their families.
Visa applicants must provide proof of a confirmed return ticket alongside hotel accommodation, while only five-star hotels will now qualify for visa processing.
The country gave the frequent cases of overstays by Nigerian travellers as a reason the reason for new restrictions.
The notice reads in parts: “The Qatar Ministry of Interior has announced updated visa regulations for Nigerian travellers following recent cases of overstays.
“A confirmed return transfer must now be booked alongside your hotel before your tourist or transit visa can be processed.
“Only females or families may apply.
“Male travellers are no longer eligible unless accompanied by their family.
“Only 5-star hotels are now accepted for visa qualification.”
