VISA

WELCOME TO THE SULTANATE OF OMAN

Spoken Languages

Arabic and English

Climate

Temperature will be average of 30 degrees Celsius during the congress

Currency

Omani Rial OMR = 2.60 US Dollars

Time Zone

GMT + 4 hours

Calling code

+968

* Exchange rate are subject to change without notice. 

ONLINE VISA

The Royal Oman Police (ROP) announced a new online system for visitors to apply for their visas. The system is intended to facilitate the process for visitors traveling to Oman and to reduce the wait time at the arrival terminal.

  • This visa can be used within six months from the date of issuance.
  • It is a single-entry visa valid for staying in the country for one month from the date of entry.
  • This period is extendable once and for one month only.

To obtain a visa, all passengers must have a passport valid for more than 6 months.

WHO CAN SUBMIT AN ONLINE VISA?
Passport holders of below Countries can apply for online visa:

European Countries

Andorra

Czech Rep.

Greece

Liechtenstein

Monaco

San Marino

Vatican

Austria

Denmark

Hungary

Lithuania

Netherlands

Slovakia

Cyprus

Belgium

Estonia

Iceland

Luxembourg

Norway

Slovenia

 

Britain

Finland

Ireland

Macedonia

Poland

Spain

 

Bulgaria

France

Italy

Malta

Portugal

Sweden

 

Croatia

Germany

Latvia

Moldova

Rumania

Switzerland

 

 

South American Countries

Argentina

Bolivia

Brazil

Chile

Colombia

Ecuador

Paraguay

Suriname

Uruguay

Venezuela

 

Other Countries and Regions

Australia

French Guiana

Japan

Malaysia

Singapore

Taiwan

United States

Brunei Dar al-Salam

Hong Kong

Lebanon

New Zealand

South Africa

Thailand

 

Canada

Indonesia

Macao

Seychelles

South Korea

Turkey

 

 

 

Joint Tourist Visa Facility with the Emirate of Dubai and Qatar

Nationals set out in the above list ONLY arriving from the Emirate of Dubai or from Qatar to Oman bearing a tourist entrance visa or a stamp from either country are not required to obtain a separate visa for Oman provided they travel directly from Dubai or from Doha to Oman.

 

Visa Type

Fee

Visa Validity

Eligibility

Dubai Visa

FREE

Dubai visa validity not less than 21 days

Passengers from above Countries, passengers must arrive and depart from/to Dubai.

Qatar Visa

FREE

Qatar visa validity not less than 30 days

Passengers from above Countries, passengers must arrive and depart from/to Doha. Qatar visa must state allowed to visit Oman.

Entry Visa for Foreigners Residing in the G.C.C. Countries

This is issued to residents of any GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) Countries, passengers must arrive directly from any GCC county. Restrictions apply to non-degree related professions e.g. (labourers, carpenters) it is also granted to members of their families as long as they enter together.

 

To be granted to the wives of expatriates sons in GCC as well as house maids, drivers and companions with sponsor or any of his family members according to the following conditions :

  • The expatriate should have valid resident in any GCC country .
  • Duration of the visa is one month extended to one month and the fees are collected as per similar treatment principle of each State .

To view the list or professions eligible for Visa on Arrival visit for the GCC category visit the ROP website.

Visit visa required for citizens who are not listed in the above tables

  • A typed application form should be submitted by a sponsor and under his responsibility (a Tourism Company, Tourism Bureau, or a an authorized Hotel which has obtained a licence).
  • A letter approved by the sponsor or his authorized representative requesting the visa for the foreigner.
  • A copy of a valid commercial register and a certificate of subscription at the chamber of commerce and industry, and a copy of the specimen of authorized signatory.
  • A copy of a passport of the foreigner valid for 90 days.
  • Two 4×6 photos.
  • A RO 5,000 bank guarantee.
How is the service processed?
  • Applications processed through the Diplomatic Mission will be sent by fax.
  • Applications processed at the entry points will be given immediately.
  • Applications processed at the DG of Passports and Residence or the Concerned Departments in the Governorates will be processed and the receipt voucher will indicate the time and date of ending the visa.

 

AIRPORT

The new Muscat International Airport (MCT) is the main international airport in Oman and is situated 32 km from the old city and capital Muscat within the Muscat metropolitan area. The airport serves as the hub for flag carrier Oman Air and Oman’s first budget airline Salam Air features flights to several regional destinations as well as some intercontinental services to Asia, Africa and Europe.