Oman e-Visa Rules and Visit Visa Requirements – Musafirevisa

By the Musafirevisa Editorial Team | Reviewed for accuracy | Last updated: Jul 07, 2026

Oman eVisa Requirements for Tourists

Tourists to Oman must obtain an e-Visa Oman prior to travel unless they come from one of the visa-exempt countries.

Citizens of member nations of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) may travel to Oman without visa requirements. Nationals of 71 other countries and territories can apply for an Oman eVisa online, which is valid for 30 days. All tourists must hold a passport valid for at least 6 months.

Visa-Exempt Countries

Citizens and passport holders of the following countries do not require a visa to visit Oman:

• Bahrain
• Kuwait
• Qatar
• Saudi Arabia
• United Arab Emirates

Countries Eligible for Oman eVisa

Citizens of the following 71 countries and territories can apply online for a single-entry or multiple-entry eVisa valid for 30 days.

European Countries

• Andorra
• Austria
• Belgium
• Britain
• Bulgaria
• Croatia
• Czech Republic
• Denmark
• Estonia
• Finland
• France
• Germany
• Greece
• Hungary
• Iceland
• Ireland
• Italy
• Latvia
• Liechtenstein
• Lithuania
• Luxembourg
• North Macedonia
• Malta
• Moldova
• Monaco
• Netherlands
• Norway
• Poland
• Portugal
• Romania
• San Marino
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Spain
• Sweden
• Switzerland
• Vatican City
• Cyprus

South American Countries

• Argentina
• Bolivia
• Brazil
• Chile
• Colombia
• Ecuador
• Paraguay
• Suriname
• Uruguay
• Venezuela

Other Countries and Regions

• Australia
• Brunei Darussalam
• Canada
• French Guiana
• Hong Kong
• Indonesia
• Japan
• Lebanon
• Macao (SAR of China)
• Malaysia
• New Zealand
• Seychelles
• Singapore
• South Africa
• South Korea
• Taiwan
• Thailand
• Turkey
• United States

Applying for an Oman eVisa

Since 21 March 2018, tourists can apply online for an apply for an Oman Visit Visa. Alternatively, they may obtain an apply for an Oman Visit Visa at designated counters at Omani border posts.

However, travelers are advised to apply for an Oman visa online before their journey. There is concern that requiring on-arrival applications might deter some tourists from visiting Oman.

Conditional eVisa Eligibility

Citizens of the following 25 countries are eligible for an eVisa if they, or their spouses or children of another nationality, hold a valid visa or residence permit from a Schengen Area country, Australia, Canada, Japan, the UK, or the US.

They can apply for:

• 10-day single-entry visa
• 30-day single-entry visa
• 1-year multiple-entry visa (30 days per visit)

• Albania
• Armenia
• Azerbaijan
• Belarus
• Bhutan
• Bosnia and Herzegovina
• Costa Rica
• Cuba
• El Salvador
• Georgia
• Guatemala
• Honduras
• India
• Kazakhstan
• Kyrgyzstan
• Laos
• Maldives
• Mexico
• Nicaragua
• Panama
• Peru
• Tajikistan
• Turkmenistan
• Uzbekistan
• Vietnam

Applicants who do not meet these criteria must apply for a visa at the nearest Oman embassy.

GCC Residents

Residents (but not citizens) of GCC countries may also apply for a 28-day single-entry Oman GCC visa, provided they have a valid profession listed in the approved profession list.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Oman Visa

Can I apply for a Oman Visa online?
Yes. You can complete the entire Oman Tourist Visa application online and receive your approved visa by email — no embassy visit required.

How do I apply for a Oman Visa online?
Open the Oman Visa application page, enter your passport details, upload your passport copy and photo, pay the fee online, and your approved Oman Tourist Visa is emailed to you.

What documents do I need for a Oman Visa?
A valid passport with at least six months' validity, a recent passport-style photograph, a working email address, and a debit or credit card to pay the fee.

How long does the Oman visa take to process?
Most applications are processed within a few business days. A Oman Express Visa option is available if you need your visa faster.

Is the Oman Visa processed entirely online?
Yes. The Oman Tourist Visa is handled online from start to finish, so there is no embassy appointment or document posting for most applicants.