Expectant Mothers

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You and your unborn child’s safety are our priority.

To avoid unnecessary risks to you and your baby, we recommend that all expectant mothers consult a doctor before booking their ticket.

Please see below for our guidelines on accepting pregnant travellers.

Pregnancy stage	Guidelines
Up to and including the 28th week	No medical certificate is required. However, we recommend that you carry a doctor's certificate/maternity card to avoid delays at check-in.
Beginning of 29th up to end of 32nd week	A medical certificate is required. Download a medical certificate form. If you have or are experiencing pregnancy complications, we also require a completed Medical Information Form (MEDIF). A MEDIF is available at your nearest Qatar Airways office. The form must be completed by your doctor and then submitted to your nearest Qatar Airways office for processing. The MEDIF must be completed and submitted to Qatar Airways no less than 48 hours and no more than 7 days to departure.
Beginning of 33rd up to end of 35th week	A medical certificate is required. Download a medical certificate form. We also require a completed Medical Information Form (MEDIF). A MEDIF is available at your nearest Qatar Airways office. The form must be completed by your doctor and then submitted to your nearest Qatar Airways office for processing. Multiple or complicated pregnancies will not be accepted for travel. The MEDIF must be completed and submitted to Qatar Airways no less than 48 hours and no more than 7 days to departure.
Beginning of 36^th week and beyond	Qatar Airways flights cannot accept expectant mothers in their 36^th week of pregnancy or beyond for travel.

For your comfort, request a bassinet seat or an aisle seat near the toilets.
During check-in, ask for a seat with a leg rest to keep your legs elevated during the flight.
Use our Fly Healthy, Fly Fit guide to help your blood circulating during the flight.