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Various things to consider when traveling to Qatar.

Qatar's Climate and Best Season

• January
• February
• March
• April
• May
• June
• July
• August
• September
• October
• November
• December

Average Temperature and Precipitation in Qatar (Manama)

Source: Weather Base (http://www.weatherbase.com/)

Cash, Cards, and Currency Exchange

The currency of Qatar is the Qatari Riyal. There are almost no places in Japan where you can exchange it, but cashless payments are available in many places locally.

There are some areas where only cash is accepted, but you can withdraw local currency from ATMs using your card. Additionally, you can exchange Japanese yen for local currency at exchange offices in Qatar. Since it's difficult to exchange currency in Japan, it's recommended to convert it to Japanese yen, dollars, or euros before returning to Japan.

Tips

There is generally no tipping custom at local restaurants and hotels.
You pay a service fee (20 Qatari Riyals) for porter services at the airport.

Safety

Due to the efforts of Qatari authorities in security measures, the overall security is considered good.
Reports of economic crimes such as burglary, pickpocketing, theft, and fraud have been made, so general safety precautions are necessary.

Clothing

In summer, it can be extremely hot and humid, with temperatures reaching close to 50 degrees Celsius outdoors. On the other hand, due to the Islamic cultural area, it is not recommended to wear clothes that expose too much skin.
In recent years, indoor air conditioning is often too strong, so having something to wear over your clothes can be reassuring.
Autumn is relatively comfortable, often around 25 degrees Celsius, but be cautious of the significant temperature differences between morning and night. Winter and spring can drop below 20 degrees, but it is considerably warmer compared to winter in Japan.
The direct sunlight is strong, so having something to block the sun might make it more comfortable.

Things to Bring

Multi-plug, regular medication, mobile battery, travel insurance, sunburn and sun protection items

Visa Requirements and Arrangements

Japanese nationals are exempt from visas for short-term stays for tourism or business purposes, and are granted a 30-day stay permit upon entry at Hamad International Airport, which can be extended for up to 60 days if necessary.

Required Vaccinations

There are no mandatory requirements for travel.
However, travelers from countries with a risk of yellow fever and those who have transited for more than 12 hours in such countries, who are over 9 months old, are required to present a yellow fever vaccination certificate (Yellow Card).
If traveling from countries in Africa where there is still a risk of the poliovirus, a vaccination certificate is required.

Things to note during your stay

It is strictly prohibited to photograph Muslim women wearing abayas without permission, and it is advisable to refrain from photographing men and children as well.
It is also forbidden to photograph police officers, police vehicles, buildings, warships, military-related sites, and incident or accident scenes. Cameras may be confiscated and fines imposed.