You need a visa for Mayotte if you have a Qatari passport

These visas exist for Mayotte, but they cannot be applied for online with Qatari nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Qatari citizens need a visa for Mayotte?

Yes. Qatari citizens need a visa for Mayotte. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Mayotte may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 3+ months beyond stay with 2 blank pages
Two passport photos 35x45mm, white background
Confirmed hotel booking or host invitation letter
Return or onward flight ticket required
Travel insurance covering minimum 30,000 EUR
Proof of sufficient funds for duration of stay

Entry requirements for Qatari travellers

These rules apply specifically to Qatari passport holders entering Mayotte as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Mandatory travel health insurance
Travelers must have travel health insurance when visiting Mayotte. Insurance should cover at least EUR 30,000.00, be valid in all Schengen countries, and cover the entire duration of stay.
France-visas Last checked 2026-07-10
Required
Travelers require a passport valid for at least 3 months after the traveler exits Mayotte
Travelers need a valid passport to enter Mayotte. The traveler's passport must have been issued less than 10 years before the traveler's arrival date and remain valid for at least 3 months after the traveler's departure from France.
- Since 14 April 2025, France no longer recognizes ordinary non-biometric Russian passports, with the exception of passports held by travelers under the age of 15.
European Union Last checked 2026-07-28

A look at Mayotte

Mayotte Lagoon — One of the world's largest and most biodiverse enclosed lagoons
Mamoudzou — Mayotte's vibrant capital blending French and Comorian cultures
Marine Sanctuary — Mayotte hosts thousands of nesting sea turtles annually
Whale Season — Humpback whales visit Mayotte's lagoon from July to October