The entry requirements for Oman vary depending on nationality and length of stay. The current regulations should be checked in advance on the official website.
Of course, we found out about the visa requirement in advance and, as we were only there for 11 days, we were able to enter the country without a visa.
German nationals require a visa to enter Oman if their stay exceeds 14 days.
A visa is not required for stays of up to 14 days, provided certain conditions are met. For visa-free entry, travelers must provide proof of a return flight ticket, a hotel reservation, comprehensive health insurance and sufficient financial means.
Types of visas
There are different types of visas for Oman, which vary depending on the length of stay and the purpose of the trip:
eVisa Oman (electronic visa): This visa can be applied for online and is suitable for tourism and business purposes. It is valid for stays of up to 30 days and can be extended for a further 30 days.
Multiple entry visa: This visa allows multiple entries within one year, with each stay lasting up to 30 days.
Visa on arrival (“Visa on Arrival”): This visa was abolished in 2019 and is issued at the airport in rare exceptional cases. It is subject to a fee.
E-visa requirements:
The following documents are required to apply for an e-visa:
A valid passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the end of the trip.
A color photo in portrait format.
Booking confirmation from the hotel or travel package.
Copy of the return flight ticket.
Online payment of the visa fee.
Requirements for visa-free entry
For visa-free entry for up to 14 days, travelers must provide proof of the following:
a return flight ticket,
a hotel reservation,
comprehensive health insurance
sufficient financial means
Entry from neighboring countries
German nationals arriving from Qatar or the United Arab Emirates do not require a separate visa for Oman, provided certain conditions are met:
when entering by land from the United Arab Emirates, no visa is required for up to 14 days
Passengers and crew members of cruise ships are exempt from the visa requirement for stays of a maximum of 48 hours.
Visa fees
The fees for an eVisa Oman are approximately 60 US dollars or 20 Omani Rial (OMR) and may vary depending on the visa type and nationality.
Processing time
The processing of an e-visa application usually takes 3 to 5 working days.
Visa requirements and types for travelers of other nationalities
Visa requirement
Non-German nationals generally require a visa to enter Oman if their stay is longer than 14 days. For stays of up to 14 days, no visa is required for citizens of 109 countries, including almost all European countries.
Citizens from some countries must have either a residence permit for a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country, a valid visa or a valid residence permit from one of the Schengen countries, Australia, Canada, Japan, the United Kingdom or the United States.
This regulation applies to citizens of the following countries:
Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bhutan, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Belarus, Cuba, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Maldives, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Vietnam
Types of visas
There are different types of visas for Oman, which vary depending on the length of stay and the purpose of the trip:
eVisa Oman (electronic visa): This visa can be applied for online and is suitable for tourism and business purposes. It is valid for stays of up to 30 days and can be extended for a further 30 days.
Visa on arrival (“Visa on Arrival”): This visa was abolished in 2019. In exceptional cases, it is still available at the airport and allows a stay of up to 30 days for a fee.
Multiple entry visa: This visa allows multiple entries within one year, with each stay lasting up to 30 days.
Requirements for the visa application
The following documents are required to apply for an e-visa:
A valid passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the end of the trip.
A color photo in portrait format.
Booking confirmation from the hotel or travel package.
Copy of the return flight ticket.
Online payment of the visa fee.
Requirements for visa-free entry
For visa-free entry for up to 14 days, travelers must provide proof of a return flight ticket, a hotel reservation, comprehensive health insurance and sufficient financial means.
Entry from neighboring countries
Non-German nationals arriving from Qatar or the United Arab Emirates do not require a separate visa for Oman, provided certain conditions are met.
A visa is also not required for entry by land from the United Arab Emirates for up to 14 days.
Passengers and crew members of cruise ships are exempt from the visa requirement for stays of a maximum of 48 hours.
Visa fees
The fees for an eVisa Oman are approximately 60 US dollars or 20 Omani Rial (OMR) and may vary depending on the visa type and nationality.
Processing time
The processing of an e-visa application usually takes 3 to 5 working days.
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