Driving in Qatar — 2026 Guide
There is no direct UAE–Qatar land border: driving to Doha means transiting Saudi Arabia and crossing at Abu Samra, with a Hayya entry permit arranged in advance.
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QAR
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Hayya permit
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Saudi visa
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Driving into Qatar from the UAE
Border crossing from the UAE
Via Saudi Arabia → Abu Samra (Saudi–Qatar)Entry & visa requirements
Pre-arrange entry clearance via the Hayya Portal using the "GCC Resident Entry" category. UAE/GCC Nationals enter visa-free.
Documents to carry
- Original Passport (valid more than 6 months)
- Valid UAE Residence Visa
- Emirates ID copy
- Confirmed accommodation booking or host registration
- Fee
- QAR 100 (~AED 100) through the Hayya platform. UAE/GCC nationals: Free.
- Approval time
- Usually 24 to 72 hours.
- At the border
- Pre-arranged Hayya card is strongly required. Running land entry through Abu Samra crossing requires pre-registration of your vehicle and an active Hayya approval to guarantee seamless entry.