Welcome to Embassy of India Doha, Qatar (2024)

FAQs

How can I attest my documents from Indian embassy in Qatar? ›

A: The procedure for attestation/apostille of various documents have been clearly defined step by step, at this link:http://mea.gov.in/apostille.htm. For any further query, the Officer(s) concerned can be reached at +91-11-49018403 or +91-11-49018404.

You can check the status of your Qatar visa application online through the Ministry of Interior (MOI) website or the Qatar Visa Centre (QVC) website. In both cases, you will require your passport number and/or visa number.

Passport Renewal

An application for a new passport can be made within one year from date of expiry of the old passport. Please fill up the online application form in the following URL: https://embassy.passportindia.gov.in/. and select the Indian Mission as Qatar-Doha and select the service desired as Re-issue Passport.

On Educational document this process will take will take 25 to 65 working days depends on state HRD and the fees/charges will be depends on HRD attestation per certificate/documents set (bonafied,degree,marksheet).

No Walk in Service : All applicants are advised to take a correct prior appointment before visiting the VFS center for submission of documents.

You also can call the embassy directly to identify the best contact. Type the name of the person you are addressing, the name of the embassy and the address of the embassy to which you are writing. Write this in the same format as you would write it on an envelope for mailing.

Qatar Visa Guide. Visa Requirements: Visa required. Visa Issuance: Nationals of India with a normal passport can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 30 days.

How do I know if my Indian visa is approved? ›

To check the status of your visa application: visit https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/StatusEnquiry. enter the 12 digits unique Application ID that can be seen on your receipt issued by the Indian Mission/Agent where you have submitted your application.

Qatar visa processing time for Indians is typically 5-7 working days, but it may vary depending on the type of visa applied for. Depending on their purpose of visit, Indians can choose from different types of Qatar visas such as tourist visa, business visa, medical visa and student visa.

The ECNR passport's full form is Emigration Check Not Required. On the other hand, ECR status means that an Emigration Check is Required. Children under 15 years old will get an ECR status passport automatically. The meaning of having an ECNR Status passport is that you can travel overseas without an emigration check.

You have to fill up the Passport Application Form and apply for "Re-issue of Passport". Fresh police verification is initiated if the passport has expired more than three years ago. Hence, fresh police verification will be required in your case.

Visit the concerned Indian Mission, Embassy, or Consulate on the scheduled appointment. Submit the completed application form along with the fee, supporting documents – date of birth certificate, copies of first two pages of the passport, current residential address, Proof of address Indian home address, etc.

Please note that the normal visa processing time is about two weeks, while the fast-track service takes about five to six days.

Other than the visa you get on arrival, all Qatar visas take 7-10 days processing time after the submission of the fees. The time period or validity of stay for different visa holders is as follows: Short tourist visa- 2 weeks. Longer tourist visa- 3 months.

They must not leave the country while the RP process is underway. This typically takes four to six weeks.

Qatar Attestation for Certificate, Letter & Transcript £420

We offer a fully inclusive package for all three documents to be correctly legalised for use in Qatar. Most orders are completed in just 7-10 days!

Applicants are only required to submit legalized academic degrees and official transcripts; both documents require attestation at the Qatari embassy in the country of degree issuance and Qatar MOFA.

How long does attestation take in India? ›

The highest number of student visas were issued by the US consulate located in New Delhi. The second highest student visas were issued by the US consulate in Mumbai.

The embassy is the seat of political exchange, so it is usually located in the capital of the host country. Consulates are located in other major cities — financial capitals, tourist areas or large cities with healthy job markets.

Email is the best way to reach us for routine inquiries. We read every message. Phone: 2419-8000, and ask for American Citizen Services. If you are calling from within India, but outside Delhi, first dial 011-.

How long does it take to get an India visa? - Less time than you might think! Although the processing time is usually 4 to 5 days, it's also common for applicants to receive their visas within 24 hours of completing their application. There's no need to go to an embassy or consulate in person.

The VFS Application Centre in New Delhi now offers a "walk-in“ service, where applicants are permitted to submit applications without a prior appointment.

What's the cost of the India e visa and how long does it take to process? The 30-day eVisa generally comes with a government fee of USD 27.5.

After your submission, the U.S. Embassy, or Consulate will respond to your request via email within 1-2 business days.

If you are overseas and in need of emergency assistance contact the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. If you are concerned about a loved one overseas, please call: From the U.S. & Canada - 1-888-407-4747. From Overseas - +1 202-501-4444.

Tourist visas: When traveling on a U.S. tourist passport, travelers may obtain a free visa upon arrival, if they have six-months validity in their passport and a return or onward ticket.

How much is Qatar visa on arrival for Indians? ›

The Qatar visa on arrival is free of cost for all travelers eligible for this type of visa. In addition, the extension or renewal of the Qatar visa on arrival is also free, so you don't have to worry about visa fees.

Visa on arrival

Nationals of eligible countries do not require any prior visa arrangements and can obtain a visa waiver upon arrival to Qatar, by presenting a valid passport with a minimum validity of six months and a confirmed onward or return ticket.

It may be noted that it could take up to 5 business days (longer in certain cases) for processing of the visa on receipt of the application in the Consulate, subject to complete submission of documents.

The India e-Visa processing time is about 4 business days. Therefore, I recommend starting your application as early as possible before departure to India.

If your visa is approved, you will be informed how and when your passport and visa will be returned to you. Your immigrant visa will be placed on a page in your passport. Please review the printed information right away to make sure there are no errors.

Insufficient financial records

You must show proof that you can finance your trip to the country. Your bank statement should have enough funds to support your travel and other expenses. Of course, if you are applying for a work visa, you will not be required to show such proof.

What can I do? Delays are usually caused by additional security and background clearances due to your citizenship, ties to specific countries, or field of study. These additional clearance checks may take several weeks to several months to process.

Qatar Visa on Arrival

The Qatar VOA is absolutely free of cost for all the travellers eligible for the visa. The extension or renewal of the visa is also free of cost.

Indian citizens must have ECR (Emigration Check Required) passports in order to work in various nations. The Emigration Act of 1983 mandates that approved passport holders acquire an emigration clearance from the Office of the Protector of Emigrants (POE) before going to certain nations.

3. How do I know if a passport is a ECR or non-ECR (previously ECNR)? (i) If a passport (old booklet type) does not contain ECR stamp (normally the stamping is done on page 3 of the passport), it is a non-ECR passport.

Can I change ECR to non ECR? ›

Yes, you can convert your ECR passport into a Non-ECR passport. If anything in your life has changed that qualifies you for a Non-ECR category, you can apply for the deletion of ECR status. For example, your age, education, or marital status can change in such a way that you are now eligible for the Non-ECR passport.

Renew Indian passport in the U.S.

The embassy or consulates do not accept applications directly. Therefore, apply through VFS Global to renew your Indian passport in the U.S. Applications can be sent through post or in person (with an appointment).

Police Verification (PV) will not occur if you have submitted the passport renewal application from the US before or within three years after the expiry of your old passport. However, it is required if: The passport application is submitted three years after the expiry of your old passport.

Unless you have a valid passport, you will not obtain a visa, and neither will you be allowed to enter India. That is why before you apply for the eVisa to India, ensure that your passport is valid for at least six months. It needs to be valid for six months from the date you plan to arrive in India.

Your Indian passport renewal will take 3-6 weeks if the last passport was issued in India. You can get a new passport in 10 days if your last passport was issued by the Indian Embassy in the USA. You can apply for renewal 1 year or 365 days before expiry.

In case of passport reissue, the new passport will be released while the old passport will be cancelled and returned. However, any of the active visas on the old passport will still be valid and can be used till expiry of the particular visa.

Personal, education, and medical documents attestation fee is around QAR 100. In contrast, the cost for commercial documents is QAR 150.

What are the requirements for attestation from Indian Embassy? ›

Original and one copy of two witnesses' Valid passports with valid visa copies (BRP card) and copies of their proof of address. Original and one copy of Power of Attorney with one passport size photograph pasted on the last page of PoA near the place of executants' signature. Please keep original PoA separate.

Qatar Attestation for Certificate, Letter & Transcript £420

We offer a fully inclusive package for all three documents to be correctly legalised for use in Qatar. Most orders are completed in just 7-10 days!

There are several notary public in Qatar extending their notary services in the country. The applicant along with the supporting documents has to produce the certificate before a notary public in Qatar to get it notarized. TrustLink is one of the most reliable agencies to provide notary services in Qatar.

You have to collect your PCC the next day evening by 4:30 – 5:00 evening. Indian PCC should be attested by Qatar Govt. i.e., attestation should be done in “Ministry of Foreign Affairs” (MOFA). Please note that there is a separate Attestation office for MOFA.

An Apostille is a certificate that authenticates the origin of a public document (e.g., a birth, marriage or death certificate, a judgment, an extract of a register or a notarial attestation).

You may submit a request to the Department of Consular Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) to authenticate your personal status documents. This service aims at legalizing civil status documents to be used abroad and inside the State of Qatar.

A clearly visible copy of valid Computerized National Identity Card or Passport (in case of Foreign National only) is mandatory. Submission of Transcript/Result Card with degree is mandatory even if its attestation is not required.

Only original birth and marriage certificates can be legalised for use in Qatar. The apostille and attestation are directly applied to the back of your original documents or official registry certificates.

Apply for the United States Attestation Form at the airport

Doing so will help you avoid check-in lines, which can then let you spend more time relaxing and preparing for your flight.

Is a document notarized in India valid in USA? ›

Indian documents can be authenticated for use overseas by the issuance of an apostille sticker at the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Consular-Passport-Visa Division in New Delhi.

Provide the facts or information to which you attest.

Depending on your reasons for writing, this may be a sentence, or it may stretch to several pages. Stick to the facts, and keep your writing as clear and concise as possible using active voice.