Pharmacy

Doha

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Pharmacy

There are no major health risks and no special inoculations required by visitors. There are many well-stocked pharmacies with English speaking staff throughout Doha city, while some open for the whole day. Wellcare Pharmacy – Park n Shop Address: Park N Shop, Doha Tel: +974 4416 0546 Wellcare Pharmacy – Safari Address: Safari Mall, Doha Tel: +974 4468 0638 Al Rawdah Pharmacy Address: Basement of Centerpoint Ml Al, Doha Tel: +974 4452 5410

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Passport / Visa

Visitors from all around the world can enter Qatar either visa free, or by filling out simple online applications, depending on the passport they carry. Nationals of more than 80 countries are eligible for visa-free entry into the State of Qatar, with varying allowable lengths of stay. With a valid passport of a minimum validity of six months and a confirmed return ticket, people from the eligible countries can obtain a visa waiver upon arrival to Qatar without any prior visa arrangements.

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Best Time to Visit

The best months to visit Qatar are November to early April as the milder weather conditions allow for sightseeing and outdoor activities. The summer months from June to September are very hot with minimum rainfall, so these can be difficult, especially so if you're sensitive to high temperatures.

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Airport

Located in the capital city of Qatar, Hamad International Airport is the international airport of Doha which hosts many airlines from around the world and provides a wide range of services like banking and currency exchange service, parents room and medical assistance. Doha’s bus network connects Hamad International Airport to various destinations across the city and all buses depart from Bus Pavilion that is located to the right of the arrivals hall.

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Public Transport

Hiring car Many local and international car hire companies operate in Qatar. Hirer will be required for a credit card, passport copy and a valid driving licence from their home country or international permit. Bus Although buses are not widely used by tourists, the service of many buses are modern, clean and air-conditioned. Fares within the city are around QAR3 to QAR9 depending on the distance, and fares outside town are reasonably priced.

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Taxi

Most visitors take taxis to go around Doha. Karwa taxis are widely available and reasonably priced and their meters start at QAR 4 and run at QAR1.2 per km. To order a taxi in advance, please call +974 4458 8888.

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Post

Qatar post provides fast mail delivery to more than 220 countries around the world and the post offices are scattered around Doha. Al Azizya Tel: +974 4458 2193 Opening time: Sun - Thur: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Sat: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Al Ghuwairiya Tel: +974 4473 1757 Opening time: Sun - Sat 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM Al kharthiyat Tel: +974 44784 026 Opening time: Sun - Thur: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Sat: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Telephone

The country code for Qatar is +974. Telecom providers Ooredoo and Vodafone offer pre-paid and post-paid mobile services. Wi-fi broadband hotspots are available across the country and are easily accessible at hotels and public places.

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Electricity

220/240 volts AC 50Hz. Socket type is square three-pin 13 amp (as used in the UK).

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