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Oman visas

Oman tourist visa

Visa-free entry is available to several nationalities. Others may qualify for an online visa or need a visa from an Omani diplomatic mission.

Ways to get a Oman tourist visa

  2. 90-day visa-free visit

    No visa needed

    Citizens of New Zealand can enter without a visa for up to 90 days.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days.

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  3. 30-day visa-free visit

    No visa needed

    Citizens of Belarus, Brunei, Kazakhstan, Russia and Turkey can enter without a visa for up to 30 days.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days.

  4. 14-day visa-free visit

    No visa needed

    Citizens of all European Union countries and the other listed countries and territories can visit without a visa for up to 14 days.

    Stay
    Up to 14 days.

  5. Conditional 14-day visa-free visit

    No visa needed

    Citizens of the listed countries qualify if they hold a valid visa from Australia, Canada, Japan, a Schengen Area country, the United Kingdom or the United States. They can also qualify through residence in a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country if their profession is eligible.

    Stay
    Up to 14 days.

  6. Visa from an Omani diplomatic mission

    Visa needed

    Visitors who are neither visa-exempt nor eligible for an e-Visa must obtain a visa from an Omani diplomatic mission.

Who needs it

Visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry must get a visa.

Who doesn't

Eligible travellers can enter without a visa. The permitted stay depends on citizenship and, for some travellers, their other visas or residence status.

What to bring

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • For the 14-day visa-free visit: confirmed hotel reservation, health insurance, return ticket and proof of enough money for the stay.

Good to know

  • Keep within the stay allowed for your entry option.
  • Conditional visa-free entry requires a qualifying visa or residence status.
  • Online visa options are explained under Oman e-Visa.
  • Some diplomatic, official and service passport holders have separate visa exemptions.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Oman?

Visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry must get a visa. Eligible travellers can enter without a visa. The permitted stay depends on citizenship and, for some travellers, their other visas or residence status.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Oman?

There are 6 options: Freedom of movement (no visa at all); 90-day visa-free visit (no visa at all); 30-day visa-free visit (no visa at all); 14-day visa-free visit (no visa at all); Conditional 14-day visa-free visit (no visa at all); Visa from an Omani diplomatic mission (a visa from an embassy).

Who can go to Oman without a tourist visa?

Citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have freedom of movement. Citizens of New Zealand can enter without a visa for up to 90 days. Citizens of Belarus, Brunei, Kazakhstan, Russia and Turkey can enter without a visa for up to 30 days. Citizens of all European Union countries and the other listed countries and territories can visit without a visa for up to 14 days. Citizens of the listed countries qualify if they hold a valid visa from Australia, Canada, Japan, a Schengen Area country, the United Kingdom or the United States. They can also qualify through residence in a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country if their profession is eligible.

How long can I stay on a Oman tourist visa?

Up to 14 days for the main short-visit exemption.

What documents do I need for a Oman tourist visa?

Passport valid for at least 6 months.; For the 14-day visa-free visit: confirmed hotel reservation, health insurance, return ticket and proof of enough money for the stay..

What rules do I have to follow on a Oman tourist visa?

Keep within the stay allowed for your entry option. Conditional visa-free entry requires a qualifying visa or residence status.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Oman?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Oman visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Oman be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Oman tourist visa rules?

On Oman's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in Oman?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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