Qatar Visa
Fan Qatar Visa: All You Need to Know About Qatar’s Latest World Cup Visa
What is a Fan Qatar Visa?
Essentially, the Fan Qatar Visa is a converted Qatar visit visa for all visitors to the country holding the Hayya Card. This latest initiative by the Ministry of Interior (MoI) is meant to facilitate visitors holding the Hayya Card looking to attend the World Cup Qatar 2022.
As such, please note that the Fan Visa is not to be confused with the Fan ID, otherwise known as the Hayya Card, which serves as an entry permit to the State of Qatar as well as access to stadiums (when coupled with a match ticket).
Who is eligible for the Fan Visa?
As per the announcement made by the MoI Qatar, all visitors who have entered the country prior to 1 November 2022 through any type of visit visa reserve the option of converting their visit visa into a Fan Visa.
How do I convert my visa to a Fan Visa?
The process of converting your Qatar visit visa to a Fan Visa is quite simple. Provided that you have first obtained the Hayya Card, you only need to pay the General Directorate of Passports and MOI Services Centres a visit and request for your visa to be converted.
What is the validity of the Fan Visa?
The validity of the Fan Visa will be from the date of the visa conversion until 23 January 2023.
