Hamad International airport is an architectural masterpiece where innovation and beauty combine. The airport has been designed with traveller experience in mind. The result is a world-class facility, where the concept of hospitality underpins everything. It is evident, in the 137 extra wide check-in aisles, the high-speed security clearance, the abundance of service desks, the trolleys for hand baggage, and much more. Qatar’s previous airport is now being used by Qatar Aeronautical College and Gulf Helicopters. In the future, officials hope to convert a portion of the old airport into grassy areas and roads.
Additionally, through information is updated every issue, details can change. So it is always advisable to check with the airline well in advance for up to date information. For details on visas, residence permits and entry requirements.
You can get a tourist visa on arrival in Qatar, which is valid for one month. The passport control counters can only accept credit and debit cards. After you collected your checked baggage, you can exit the airport by passing through customs. There are two custom channels to choose from. Personal items are not usually subject to tax through luggage is inspected upon arrival. The import of firearms, alcohol, e-cigarettes, and pork in any form is strictly forbidden.
Lounges
The Oryx lounge offers a comfortable atmosphere to sit, relax and enjoy superior hospitality provided by the oryx lounge staff. The lounge offers food and beverage services, a smoking room, business centre, lockers, a quiet zone, internet facility and a gaming room for kids. All airline’s premium passengers and select cardholders are eligible for complimentary access to Oryx lounge.
The Airport hotel
Transferring customers are catered for with the very best convenience, comfort and choice. For convenience, there’s no need to leave the terminal to avail yourself of the hotel's services. The rooms and facilities, including the adjoining well being and fitness centre, provide the ultimate comfort. And there’s an excellent choice, with six room types and a range of packages and rates on offer.
Enjoy free wireless internet access throughout the passenger terminal, just search free internet by HIA on your smartphone, tablet or laptop computer.
Equipped with screens, keyboards and mice the internet kiosks and desks offer you free web browsing. The kiosks are located throughout the passenger terminal including the boarding gate areas.
The work of art you can see at Hamad International Airport are a mix of acquired pieces and others created especially for their spaces. The latter include works by local and international artists.
Additionally, through information is updated every issue, details can change. So it is always advisable to check with the airline well in advance for up to date information. For details on visas, residence permits and entry requirements.
You can get a tourist visa on arrival in Qatar, which is valid for one month. The passport control counters can only accept credit and debit cards. After you collected your checked baggage, you can exit the airport by passing through customs. There are two custom channels to choose from. Personal items are not usually subject to tax through luggage is inspected upon arrival. The import of firearms, alcohol, e-cigarettes, and pork in any form is strictly forbidden.
Lounges
The Oryx lounge offers a comfortable atmosphere to sit, relax and enjoy superior hospitality provided by the oryx lounge staff. The lounge offers food and beverage services, a smoking room, business centre, lockers, a quiet zone, internet facility and a gaming room for kids. All airline’s premium passengers and select cardholders are eligible for complimentary access to Oryx lounge.
The Airport hotel
Transferring customers are catered for with the very best convenience, comfort and choice. For convenience, there’s no need to leave the terminal to avail yourself of the hotel's services. The rooms and facilities, including the adjoining well being and fitness centre, provide the ultimate comfort. And there’s an excellent choice, with six room types and a range of packages and rates on offer.
Enjoy free wireless internet access throughout the passenger terminal, just search free internet by HIA on your smartphone, tablet or laptop computer.
Equipped with screens, keyboards and mice the internet kiosks and desks offer you free web browsing. The kiosks are located throughout the passenger terminal including the boarding gate areas.
The work of art you can see at Hamad International Airport are a mix of acquired pieces and others created especially for their spaces. The latter include works by local and international artists.