Student Visa Qatar

About

As per the Qatar administration, you are supposed to have a Student Visa to study in the country. Having this visa is considered as necessary as the admission itself. Firstly, you should be invited by an educational institute in Qatar, and then you must acquire a Student Visa.

For most universities, including Qatar University, there can be two types of international students.

Fee-Paying Students
If the prospective foreign student intends to study at Qatar University without a scholarship, he must register online for a Study Visa.

The applicant should apply under Qatar University sponsorship plus upload the required documents throughout the same admission timeline as foreign students.

Study on Scholarship
If a prospective overseas student plans to study at Qatar University in case he gets a scholarship, he does not have to fill out and finish the visa application.

International students who obtain a scholarship from Qatar University will be issued a Student Visa through the Scholarships and International Admissions Section.

Eligibility

You are eligible for this visa if you;

  • got accepted by a university in Qatar.
  • are financially stable to support your stay.

Documents

You must provide the following documents. 

  • Your online application's confirmation page.
  • A passport with a minimum of one year's validity is required.
  • Copy of the bio page in a passport.
  • Two photographs that are the size of a passport.
  • Financial Sponsorship Affidavit, stating who will be paying for your education in the country.
  • The authority in charge of the student's residential nation issues a certificate of "Criminal Clearance."
  • Form for obtaining health clearance.
  • An invitation letter from a university in Qatar.

Process

All prospective international students, excluding GCC citizens, who do not have a valid Qatar residency permit, must apply for a Student Visa within the specified time frame. They must also upload the appropriate documents within that specific period. Students who have been awarded a scholarship to study in Qatar are exempt from applying for this visa.

Visa Processing Time
Student Visa can take a few weeks or even a month to process. The processing time mainly depends on documents' availability and other factors.

How to Apply
To apply for a Study Visa, follow the instructions given below.

  • Apply for admission to a university.
  • Begin your application online with the Ministry of the Interior (MOI).
  • Send in your application materials.
  • Follow the progress of your online application.
  • Obtain a printout of your eVisa.

Duration & Fees

Duration
This visa is usually valid for a year. Moreover, it also depends on the period of your degree.

Fees
In addition, you'll have to pay a 55 USD application fee. It is also critical to budget for your living expenses while in Qatar.

Extension

You may extend your visa according to the university's recommendations. If you want to work while studying in Qatar, you must apply for a Work Permit.

Highlights

Study
This visa is for education purposes.

Work
To work off-campus, you might require a Work Permit.

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