How to pre-register vehicle for Abu Samra border crossing?

Are you planning a road trip to Qatar or exploring the wonders of Saudi Arabia by crossing the Abu Samra border? Ensuring a smooth and hassle-free journey starts with proper preparation, and pre-registering your vehicle is a crucial step in this process.

The Abu Samra border, located on Salwa Road, serves as Qatar’s land border and a direct entry point to Saudi Arabia. To streamline your border crossing experience, the Ministry of Interior has introduced an online vehicle pre-registration service.

In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of pre-registering your vehicle, whether you are a Qatari resident or a visitor to the country.

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Pre-Registering Vehicle on Metrash2 Application (For Qatari Citizens and Residents)

Step 1: Sign-in to the Metrash2 App

Download and install the Metrash2 application on your iOS or Android device.

Step 2: Enter the ‘Travel Services’ Section

Navigate to the ‘Travel Services’ section within the Metrash2 app.

Step 3: Choose ‘Pre-Registration for Abu Samra Border Crossing’

Select the option for ‘Pre-Registration for Abu Samra Border Crossing.’

Step 4: Enter Vehicle, Driver, and Passenger Data

Provide the required information about your vehicle, driver, and any passengers accompanying you on the journey.

Step 5: Confirm the Vehicle Pre-Registration Request

Review the details you have entered and confirm your pre-registration request.

Step 6: Receive Confirmation SMS

Upon successful pre-registration, you will receive a confirmation SMS on your registered mobile number.

Step 7: Use the ‘Pre-Registration’ Lane at Abu Samra Border

When you arrive at the Abu Samra border, proceed to the dedicated ‘Pre-Registration’ lane for a faster and more convenient crossing.

Pre-Registering Vehicle through Hayya Portal (For Visitors to Qatar)

If you are a visitor to Qatar and planning to cross the Abu Samra border, you can pre-register your vehicle through the Hayya Portal. Follow these steps:

Step 1: Select ‘Abu Samra Border Pre-Registration’ on Hayya Portal Homepage

Visit the Hayya Portal website and locate the ‘Abu Samra Border Pre-Registration’ option on the homepage.

Step 2: Register Vehicle

Provide the required details about your vehicle, including the car name, owner’s name, owner’s mobile number, country of registration, vehicle type, plate number, and plate color.

Step 3: Add ‘Trip Details’

Specify whether your trip is one-way or round-trip, and provide the corresponding arrival date or start and end dates.

Step 4: Verify Details and Add Traveler Information

Once your vehicle and trip details have been verified, you will be prompted to provide the passport and personal information of each person joining the journey.

Step 5: Receive Vehicle Entry Permit

After submitting and approving all the necessary details, an email will be sent to your registered email address with a vehicle entry permit, which includes a QR code for easy access at the Abu Samra border.

Remember, the online vehicle pre-registration process is designed to enhance your border crossing experience, but it is not mandatory. If you prefer, you can still complete the registration process directly at the Abu Samra border.