With its mountainous, desert and sandy landscapes, the Sultanate of Oman is winning over more and more tourists in search of a real change of scenery. This magnificent country on the Arabian Peninsula is now a leading cultural destination. Here, you can admire mosques with architecture worthy of a fairytale from the Arabian Nights, including the must-see Grand Mosque of Sultan Qaboos, and fortified villages that offer visitors a real history lesson. Before travelling to Oman, it's a good idea to find out about the country's entry requirements and how to obtain an Omani visa, so you can plan your trip with peace of mind.
Our agency specializing in travel documents for individuals and professionals helps you obtain an electronic visa for Oman in just a few clicks. Send us your visa application without having to travel, by filling in the online form available on our website. With Visamundi, your stay in Oman is organized in the best conditions.
Do I need a visa to enter Oman?
Do I need a visa to enter Oman?To boost tourism following the Covid-19 pandemic-related travel restrictions, the Omani authorities have introduced a visa waiver for citizens of around 100 nationalities worldwide, for any stay of less than 14 days in Oman. Despite the visa waiver, it is still imperative to travel with a passport valid for at least 6 months after entering Oman. On arrival in Oman, you will receive a visa waiver certificate on presentation of your passport, return ticket and confirmed accommodation booking. If you hold a diplomatic or service passport, you can travel freely to Oman without a visa.
Among the visa-exempt citizens for stays of less than 14 days in Oman, travelers who are nationals of certain countries, numbering 27, are nevertheless required to have a valid resident permit or visa issued by Australia, Canada, the United States, Japan or any member state of the Schengen area, in order to benefit from the visa exemption granted by the local authorities. The 27 countries concerned are Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bhutan, Belarus, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Costa Rica, Cuba, Egypt, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, India, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Maldives, Mexico, Morocco, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Vietnam.
Travellers covered by the Oman visa waiver need to apply for a conventional or electronic visa for stays of more than 14 days in Oman. Travelers not covered by the visa waiver must obtain a visa for their entire stay in Oman.
Since 2018, the Omani authorities no longer issue visas on arrival in Oman.
To obtain a visa for Oman, you need to go to the Omani embassy in your country of residence, if it processes visa applications, or apply for an e-visa online.
What types of electronic visas are available for visiting Oman?
At present, only tourist visits to Oman are eligible for an e-visa. If you are planning a business trip to Oman, please contact the Omani Embassy in your country of residence for further information on Omani business visas.
There are three different types of electronic visas for tourists wishing to visit Oman:
single-entry e-visa for stays of up to 10 days in Oman(code 26A),- single-entry e-visa for stays of 15 to 30 days maximum in Oman(code 26B),
- the multiple-entry e-visa for stays of up to 30 consecutive days for one year(code 36B).
The two single-entry e-visas for Oman can be extended once in Muscat, subject to conditions, for a similar duration, unlike the multiple-entry visa which cannot be extended on the spot. On the other hand, the first two types of electronic visa for Oman are only valid for one month after issue. The processing time for an e-visa for Oman is generally 3 days, so we advise you to start the visa application process at least 3 days before your arrival date.
How can I obtain an electronic visa for Oman?
How can I obtain an electronic visa for Oman?Entrust your e-visa application for Oman to Visamundi for a quick and easy process. All you need to do is tell us your date of arrival and departure from Oman, select the type of tourist e-visa of your choice and fill in all the information requested about your identity, passport, etc. We'll send you a copy of your passport valid for at least six months after your arrival in the Sultanate of Oman. You must also provide us with a copy of your passport valid for at least 6 months after your arrival in the Sultanate of Oman, and a recent color passport photo.
Your supporting documents are sent by e-mail, and are checked by our team before your visa application is forwarded to the relevant authorities. Once your Oman visa application has been accepted, we will send you your visa in electronic format (PDF) by e-mail. If you lose this document, please contact us to receive a free copy as soon as possible.
How much does an e-visa for Oman cost?
The price of an e-Visa for Oman is determined by the length of stay and exchange rate fluctuations. With Visamundi, count โฌ48 in consular fees per traveler for a single-entry tourist e-Visa valid for stays of up to 30 days in Oman. For a multiple-entry tourism e-Visa for stays of up to 30 days over a one-year period(code 36B), expect to pay โฌ121 in consular fees per traveler. Note that the 10-day e-Visa is currently no longer required for Europeans exempted from visa requirements for up to 14 days, unless they wish to extend their stay at some point.
If the Omani authorities choose not to issue you a visa before your departure, we will reimburse the full cost of your electronic visa application for Oman.
