- By Nidhi Giri
- Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:41 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Qatar on Tuesday said that it will extend entry visas, covering all categories, for a month. The decision comes after air traffic was impacted amid tensions in the Middle East region.
As per Qatar Ministry of Interior, the extension will be applicable to visas that are scheduled to expire or have expired. The one month time period will be calculated from February 28 onwards.
Extension To Be A Hassle Free Process For Travellers
Travellers have no reasons to worry about the extension as the entire process will take place via approved electronic systems. Travellers will not have to pay any exemption fees or submit applications by visiting the concerned departments.
Individuals who had previously violated the terms of entry visas and accumulated fines before February 28 are required to pay the penalty first. After clearing this amount, they will become eligible for the visa extension and related fee waiver.
Middle East Tensions
The airspace closure was triggered by United States and Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28 seeking to topple its leaders, with US President Donald Trump offering Iranians help in ousting the ruling clerics. In response, Iran fired several barrages of missiles at its Gulf neighbours hosting US military bases such as Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain. Tehran also fired missiles at the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Oman.
Meanwhile, West Asian countries partially began operating flights on Tuesday after the airspace was opened. As services resumed partially, airlines are now trying to help stranded passengers.