International students who don’t hold a valid State of Qatar residence permit (excluding GCC citizens) must apply for a student visa and can do this online at qatarevisaonline.com with turnaround typically taking just 72 hours. Documents required include a letter of confirmation from the respective college, passport (valid for six months after completion of studies), financial documents proving ability to pay student fees and a health check report (blood test, chest X-ray, HIV test).