Visitors in Qatar are advised to avoid revealing clothing in public. As it’s a sign of respect to dress modestly. However, local people are highly tolerant and their views towards dressing are relaxed. It is generally recommended that men and women keep their shoulders and knees covered.
The mini travel guide to Qatar
You’d be delighted to know that Qatar got attractions for every traveller. From traditional souks to gleaming malls and scenic beaches, Qatar rewards visitors with its fair share of natural beauty and modern-day marvels. Here are some things you must know before travelling to Qatar.
Reasons to travel with Visa
Security
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Convenience
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Availability
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Visa Travel Tools
Plan your trip with Visa
Follow these simple tips to make the most of your Visa card while travelling.
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Tell your card issuer about your trip before leaving so they don’t flag unfamiliar transactions. Additionally, make sure you know your card’s daily ATM withdrawal limit, expiration date, account balance, and available funds. This ensures your card will work while you’re away and has sufficient funds to cover your travel expenses.
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Sign up for free text alerts when a transaction exceeds a pre-set amount or when unusual card activities are detected. Contact your card issuer for details.
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Whether you’re using a magnetic strip or chip card, know your card PIN before traveling overseas. If you’ve forgotten your PIN, reapply for a new one.
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Keep a copy of all your card account numbers and the telephone numbers for reporting lost or stolen cards. Keep this information in a safe place, away from your wallet or handbag. Always keep your credit card number and three-digit CVV2 code on the back of your Visa card confidential.
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No need to get cash before you go. ATMs are available at over 2 million locations around the world so you can get cash when you need it. Getting cash at an ATM abroad can actually be more cost effective.
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Foreign merchants may offer to convert your bill. Although it is convenient to see the bill in your home country's currency, the conversion usually includes a markup. To avoid the markup, decline the conversion and choose to pay in local currency. If you chose to pay in local currency, but the transaction was charged by the merchant in a different currency, contact your bank to contest the charge.
Lost or Stolen Card
Have a lost or stolen card?
Need help with a lost or stolen card? No matter where you are in the world, Visa’s Global Customer Assistance Services will help you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
To contact GCAS, you may place a collect call from anywhere in the world to +1 303 967 1090.
- Contact your financial institution immediately to report the loss or theft.
- Keep a copy of the name of the financial institution that issued your card, its customer service phone number, and your Visa account number in a convenient place – separate from your card.
- Before you leave on a trip, make a note of the toll-free emergency number for your destination and keep it with you, but separate from your card.
- Contact Visa Global Customer Assistance Services immediately using our worldwide network of toll-free telephone numbers.