Complete Guide to Oman Visa: Everything You Need to Know

What is an Oman visa?

Oman Visa is an authorized entry given to an individual on relevant conditions of the country the individual wishes to visit. This authorized entry allows an individual to enter, stay, or leave for a permitted period and specific purpose of visit.

What is an E-visa Oman?

Oman eVisa is a digital visa applied for, submitted, and processed online. It is received as a PDF on your registered email. Check your country's website for eligibility for Oman E-visa.

How do I know if I need an Oman visa?

When you acquire an Oman visa, you get access to all the places in Oman.

Passport holders of GCC countries do not need an Oman visa to visit. They just need to show their GCC national passport at immigration for entry on the spot.

Passport holders of select countries like USA, UK, Germany, India, Poland etc. are eligible to apply for an Oman visa online.

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What type of Oman visa do I need to apply for?

Your nationality and purpose of visit determine the Oman visa type you require.

Oman visas can be commonly categorized as follows:

10 days Oman Visa Single Entry
30 days Oman Visa Single Entry
28 days GCC Oman Visa Single Entry
1 Year Oman Visa Multiple Entry

Consequences of overstay

A visitor who stays beyond the permitted duration will be fined for each day of overstay. The fine must be paid at immigration offices or the airport before departure.

Documents required

You will need the following documents when applying for an Oman visa:

A valid passport (valid for at least 6 months)
A clear, front-facing passport-sized photo with any colored background

Processing Time

Oman visa processing typically takes 24 to 48 business hours. Some cases may require additional documents, leading to longer processing times.

Where and how do I apply for an Oman visa?

You can apply in person at the Oman embassy in your country by submitting hard copies of your documents and paying the visa fee at the embassy counter.

Many airlines and hotels offer visa services; always check reviews before choosing a service provider.

The most popular method is the E-visa, which can be applied for online. Upload required documents in PDF format and pay visa fees via credit/debit cards or payment gateways. For a smooth application process, visit www.musafirevisa.com.

What happens after successful submission of an online application?

After successful submission, you will receive a confirmation email at your registered email address. Ensure all information is accurate to avoid issues.

What if there is a mistake or changes required in the application?

Contact the website support via email, 24x7 chat, or phone to request corrections or changes.

In what form do I receive my visa?

If applied via embassy, the visa is stamped on your passport.

If applied online, you receive a PDF visa via email, which you must print and carry while traveling to present at the airport.

Other Oman visas

Oman offers various other visa types according to economic policies, such as Business Visa, Visit Visa, Work Visa for companies and individuals seeking business opportunities.

Students may apply for the Outstanding Student Visa for academic purposes.

After submitting the application, applicants can track their visa status via the website menu.

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Complete Guide to Oman Visa: Everything You Need to Know