Qatar Check In

Typically, check-in opens three hours before your flight departs and closes sixty minutes before takeoff. Please make sure you’re carrying all the required travel documents with you. Your ticket, passport, exit permit, and destination visa are all examples of these.

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Qatar Check-In Airways Guidelines

Online Check-In

Availability: Opens 48 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes prior to flight time.

How to Check In: Visit qatartravelinfo.com or use the Qatar Airways mobile app.

Requirements: You’ll need your booking reference or ticket number and personal details.

Note: Online check-in is available for flights operated by Qatar Airways and for trips where the first segment is operated by Qatar Airways.

Mobile App Check-In

• App: Available on iOS and Android.
• Features: Check-in, manage bookings, get real-time updates, and use mobile boarding passes at many airports.

Airport Counter Check-In

Opening Time: Check-in counters open 3 hours before departure.

Closing Time: Counters close 60 minutes before flight departure.

Recommendation: Arrive early to complete check-in, security checks, and boarding.

Self-Service Kiosks

Availability: Available at select airports, including:

Asia & Pacific: Bengaluru (BLR), Jakarta (CGK), Karachi (KHI), Lahore (LHE), Singapore (SIN)

Europe: London Heathrow (LHR), Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Frankfurt (FRA), Geneva (GVA)

Middle East & GCC: Doha (DOH), Kuwait (KWI), Muscat (MCT)

Functionality: Allows you to check in, select seats, and print boarding passes.

Automated Baggage Drop

Availability: Available at select airports, including:

Asia & Pacific: Bangkok (BKK), Brisbane (BNE), Perth (PER), Singapore (SIN)

Europe: London Heathrow (LHR), Manchester (MAN)

Middle East & GCC: Doha (DOH)

Process: After checking in online or via the app, proceed to the automated baggage drop counter to check in your luggage.

Digital Boarding Passes

• Availability: Accepted at numerous airports across Qatar Airways’ network, including:
  
  • Asia & Pacific: Adelaide, Auckland, Melbourne, Seoul, Sydney, Tokyo
    
  • Europe: Amsterdam, Athens, Barcelona, Berlin, London, Paris, Rome
    
  • GCC: Doha (with some restrictions)
    
• Note: While Doha accepts digital boarding passes for e-gate use, passengers going through passport control are required to have a printed boarding pass

Qatar Check-In Travel Tips

• Required Documents:

Ensure you have all necessary travel documents, including your ticket, passport, exit permit, and destination visas.

• • Passport

    • Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of entry.
    • Ensure it has blank pages for entry/exit stamps.

  • Flight Ticket / Booking Confirmation

    • Either printed or digital copy.
    • Should match your name exactly as it appears on your passport.

  • Visa(s)

    • For the destination country and any transit countries (if applicable).
    • Check if your visa needs to be obtained before travel or on arrival.

  • Exit Permit

    • Required for residents in certain countries (e.g., Qatar, UAE) when leaving the country.
    • Often linked to employment or residency status.

  • Travel Itinerary

    • Sometimes requested by immigration officers.
    • Include flight details, hotel bookings, or an invitation letter if visiting family/friends.

  • Vaccination Certificates

    • COVID-19 vaccination proof or test results may still be needed for some destinations.
    • Yellow Fever certificate if traveling from/through affected areas.

  • Health or Travel Insurance

    • Mandatory for some countries.
    • Should cover medical treatment, COVID-19 (if required), and repatriation.

  • Return or Onward Ticket

    • Some countries require proof of onward travel to ensure you don’t overstay.

  • Proof of Funds

    • Rarely asked, but immigration may want to see evidence you can support yourself during your stay.

• Residence Permit / ID (if applicable)

• For residents of the country of departure.

Conclusion

When flying internationally with Qatar Airways, being well-prepared ensures a smooth and stress-free journey. Arrive at the airport at least 3 hours before departure, and bring all required travel documents including your passport, ticket, visa(s), and any exit permits. Qatar Airways offers multiple convenient check-in options including online, mobile, airport counters, self-service kiosks, and automated baggage drops at select airports.

FAQ’s

When does Qatar Airways check-in open and close?

Online Check-In: Opens 48 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes before the flight.

Airport Counter Check-In: Opens 3 hours before departure and closes 60 minutes before.

What documents do I need to check in for an international flight?

• Passport (valid for at least 6 months)
• Ticket or booking confirmation
• Visa(s) for your destination and transit countries
• Exit permit (if applicable)
• Vaccination or health certificates (if required)

Can I use a digital boarding pass?

Yes, digital boarding passes are accepted at most airports. However, at Doha (DOH) and some others, a printed boarding pass is required at immigration.

What if I have baggage to check in after online check-in?

You can use the baggage drop counter at the airport or automated baggage drop machines (available at select airports like DOH, SIN, LHR, etc.).

Is online check-in available for all flights?

Online check-in is available for flights operated by Qatar Airways. For codeshare or interline flights, check-in rules may differ.