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Qatar Travel Tips

Health
Travelers to Qatar should talk to a physician about necessary vaccinations such as: Hepatitis A and B, Rabies, and Typhoid. Malaria is not common in Qatar and therefore it will not be necessary to is no need to be vaccinated against it. Motor vehicle accidents are among the leading cause of injury to tourists and expatriates. Expat Medical Insurance highly suggests that before driving, you should be aware of local traffic laws and avoid driving under the influence.

Currency
The official currency of Qatar is the Riyal (QR), 1 Riyal contains 100 Dirham. A midrange hotel room will normally cost between 200-300QR per night and a meal should cost around 30QR.

Visas
With the exception of nationals from the other states in the Gulf region, everyone needs a visa to enter Qatar . Visas are available at the airport for many nationalities; otherwise they are obtainable online at the Ministry of Interior website. People holding Israeli passports are not allowed to enter Qatar .

Weather
The climate in Qatar can be harsh. From May to September the average temperature is 35˚C, however it is not uncommon to be above 50°C. During the summer Qatar has a very high humidity, making the weather extremely uncomfortable. Therefore, the best time to visit Qatar is from December to February when the heat subsides and the air is less humid. Throughout the year, Qatar is frequently ravaged by sandstorms but rain storms also cause road closures early in the year.