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Qatar is a beautiful, modern country with extensive wealth, shown in its buildings, culture, food, art, and, more recently, the FIFA World Cup. Famous cities in Qatar include Doha, Al Wakrah, Zubarah Town ruins, and Mesaieed, among others.
In Qatar, you must visit the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha, Al Zubarah Fort (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Souq Waqif in Doha (an open-air market for incredible food, spices, perfumes, and more), and Villaggio Mall in Doha, among other places.
Although there are several restrictions you must keep in mind when traveling to Qatar, regardless, the country offers luxury and incredible hospitality to all those who visit. If you face difficulties or uncertain situations that hamper your trip, owning international travel insurance for Qatar can help you financially.
Qatar Travel Insurance covers your medical needs, hurdles on your journey, and everything in between. Below, we’ve detailed the coverage and exclusions of our Qatar Travel Insurance policy. You can purchase Qatar Travel Insurance online through our quick and hassle-free process. It won’t take long, trust us!
Yes, travel insurance is mandatory for your visit to Qatar. However, buying travel insurance for Qatar is still essential for tourists. Whether you intend to participate in adventure sports or do other touristy things, unforeseen risks may lurk in Qatar. These policies can minimize your financial loss from such dangers.
A $50,000 Qatar Travel insurance plan from India for 4 days for 1 adult starts from ₹395 (excluding GST).
If you are traveling to Qatar, you have different options for obtaining a Qatar visa. Indian travelers planning to enter Qatar can get a visa on arrival without any prior arrangements for a specific period. If you want to stay longer, you can choose from many different types of visas and easily apply for one.
Depending on whether you are traveling to Qatar for studies, business, employment, or tourism, the following are the visas that you can apply for according to your travel purpose.
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Emergency Accidental Treatment & Evacuation Accidents occur at the most unexpected times. Unfortunately, we can’t save you there, but we can surely help you get the best treatment. We cover you for immediate medical treatment that results in hospitalization. |
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Emergency Medical Treatment & Evacuation God forbid if you fall ill during your trip in an unknown country, don’t panic! We will take care of your treatment costs. We will cover you for expenses like hospital room rent, operation theatre charges, etc. |
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Personal Accident We hope this cover is never required. But for any accident during the trip, resulting in death or a disability, this benefit is there for support. |
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Daily Cash Allowance (Per day/Max 5 days) When on a trip, you manage your cash efficiently. And we do not want you to shell out anything extra for emergencies. So, when you are hospitalized, you get a fixed daily cash allowance per day, to manage your daily expenses. |
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Accidental Death & Disability While this cover has everything like the emergency accidental treatment cover, it has one extra layer of protection. It also covers death & disability while boarding, de-boarding or are inside the flight (Touchwood!). |
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Emergency Dental Treatment If you encounter acute pain or meet with an accidental injury to your teeth on the trip, resulting in emergency dental treatment provided by a medical practitioner, we will cover you for the expenses incurred due to the treatment. |
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Smooth transit covers |
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Trip Cancellation If unfortunately, your trip gets cancelled, we cover the pre-booked, non-refundable expenses of your trip. |
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Common Carrier Delay If your flight gets delayed by more than a certain time limit, you get the benefit amount, no questions asked! |
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Delay of Checked-in Baggage Waiting at the conveyor belt is annoying, we know! So, if your checked-in baggage is delayed for more than 6 hours, you get the benefit amount, no questions asked! |
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Total loss of Checked-in Baggage The last thing that can happen on a trip is your baggage getting lost. But if something like this happens, you get the benefit amount for the entire baggage getting permanently lost. If two out three bags are lost, you get a proportional benefit, i.e. 2/3rd of the benefit amount. |
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Missed Connection Missed the flight? Don’t worry! We will pay for extra accommodation and travel needed to reach the next destination shown on your ticket/itinerary if, you miss a pre-booked onward flight because of a delay in the flight. |
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Flexible Trip |
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Loss of Passport The worst thing to happen in an unknown land is to lose your passport or visa. If something like this happens, we reimburse the expenses, if it is lost, stolen or damaged while you are outside of your country. |
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Emergency Cash If on a bad day, all your money is stolen, and you need emergency cash, this cover will come to your rescue. |
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Emergency Trip Extension We don’t want our vacations to end. But we don’t want to stay in a hospital too! If due to an emergency during your trip, you need to lengthen your stay, we will reimburse the cost of hotel extensions and return flight rescheduling. The emergency could be a natural calamity in your travel area or an emergency hospitalization. |
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Trip Abandonment In case of emergency, If you had to return home early from your trip, that would be really sad. We can’t fix that but we will cover charges for alternate travel arrangements and non-refundable travel costs like accommodation, planned events and excursion expenses. |
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Personal Liability & Bail Bond Due to an unfortunate incident, if there are any legal charges against you while you are travelling, we will pay for it. |
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Coverage option suggested above is only indicative and is based on market study and experience. You may opt for any additional coverages as per your requirement. Please call us at 1800-258-5956 in case you want to opt for any other coverages or wish to know further details.
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Digit's Travel Insurance from India to Qatar covers most things that could go wrong during your vacation. We are completely open in all that we do. Understanding what your travel insurance does not cover is critical, just like knowing what is covered. The following are some exclusions that our travel plan will not cover:
After you buy our international travel insurance for Qatar, you live tension free as we have a 3-step, completely digital claims process!
Give us a call at 1800-258-5956 (if in India) or drop a missed call & we’ll call back in 10 mins.
Upload the required documents & your bank account details, on the link sent.
We’ll take care of the rest!
On the Digit app or website, select the geography/country, number of travellers and date of birth, and click ‘View Prices.’
Select the plan, sum insured, and click ‘Continue.’
Next, fill in your personal and nominee details, complete health declaration, click ‘Pay Now’ and complete the payment.
You’re done! The policy document will be sent to you via email, SMS, and WhatsApp. You can also access it 24/7 on the Digit App.
Disclaimer: Your policy is subject to the terms and conditions mentioned in your policy schedule and the policy wording. It is important that you thoroughly review these documents before making any decisions.
The Qatari riyal is the official currency of the State of Qatar. It is divided into 100 dirhams and is abbreviated as QR (English) or ﷼ (Arabic). Qatari riyal bank notes are available in 1, 5, 10, 50, 100, and 500 riyals.
As of 3 July 2024, the currency exchange rates of QR are as follows:
Note: You cannot use any currencies other than Qatari Riyal anywhere in Qatar.
Whilst comparing travel quotes from different insurance companies, make sure you are aware of the following:
For people who want to experience holidaying in a desert paradise, there is no better place than Qatar. Qatar is famous for its breathtaking landscapes, rich culture, and mesmerizing architecture. In addition, the hospitality of the locals will make your journey a trip to remember throughout your life.
However, before you start preparing for your trip, read this article. It covers all the details you need to know to enjoy a hassle-free holiday. So read on to learn more.
The best time to visit Qatar is during the winter season. You can plan your trip from the months of December to February. The temperature generally stays between 24°C and 19.3°C making the weather suitable for all outdoor activities. It is the in-season for visiting Qatar, and you can see a lot of tourists thronging to visit this desert nation.
In case you want to avoid the peak season, you can consider planning your holiday during the months of March to May. It is spring in Qatar during this time of the year, and the weather is warm but tolerable. Furthermore, if you want to experience the Qatar International Falcons and Hunting Festival, known as Marmi, and the kitesurfing season, you can plan a visit in January.
For a hassle-free holiday in Qatar, please keep in mind the following safety guidelines:
An international travel insurance policy acts as a backup plan if anything goes wrong while holidaying abroad. For example, in case your luggage gets stolen, flights get delayed, or you suffer from medical emergencies, this policy will cover the expenses incurred.