The Sultanate of Oman is a sovereign Arab state located on the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula. Oman operates a multi-tiered visa policy that includes GCC freedom of movement, bilateral visa-free agreements, conditional visa-free access based on third-country visas or residency, an e-Visa system for eligible nationals, and visa on arrival at selected ports. Oman’s visa regime is governed by the Royal Oman Police and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

2. GCC Freedom of Movement

Citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states enjoy unrestricted freedom of movement to Oman. GCC nationals may enter, reside, and work in Oman without a visa, reflecting the deep political and economic integration within the GCC framework. A national identity card is sufficient for entry.

GCC Member States — Freedom of Movement (No Visa Required) • Bahrain • Kuwait • Qatar • Saudi Arabia • United Arab Emirates

3. Visa-Free Access — 14 Days

Citizens of approximately 50 countries may enter Oman visa-free for up to 14 days, provided they hold a valid return/onward ticket, confirmed hotel reservation, valid travel insurance, and proof of sufficient funds. This category includes all EU member states, major Western nations, and selected Asian and South American countries.

14-Day Visa-Free Entry (with ticket/hotel/insurance/funds) • All European Union member states • Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Belarus • Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei • Canada, Chile, China (PRC, Hong Kong, Macao passports) • Colombia, Ecuador, Georgia, Iceland, Indonesia • Iran, Japan, Kazakhstan, Lebanon, Liechtenstein • Malaysia, Moldova, Monaco, New Zealand, North Macedonia • Norway, Paraguay, Philippines, Russia (30 days), San Marino • Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea • Suriname, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey (30 days) • Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay • Uzbekistan, Vatican City, Venezuela

4. Conditional 14-Day Visa-Free (Third-Country Visa/GCC Residency)

Citizens of certain countries may enter Oman visa-free for 14 days if they hold a valid visa from Australia, Canada, Japan, any Schengen state, the United Kingdom, or the United States, OR if they hold a valid residency permit issued by a GCC member state. This conditional exemption extends visa-free access to nationals who have demonstrated travel credibility through prior visa approvals.

Conditional 14-Day Visa-Free (with AU/CA/JP/Schengen/UK/US visa or GCC residency) • Algeria, Azerbaijan, Bhutan, Costa Rica, Cuba • Egypt, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, India • Jordan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Maldives, Mauritania • Mexico, Morocco, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru • Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Vietnam

5. Visa-Free for Non-Ordinary Passports

Several countries enjoy visa-free access specifically for holders of diplomatic, official, or service passports, with varying durations depending on bilateral agreements.

Country	Passport Types	Duration
Albania	Diplomatic/Official	90 or 365 days
Bangladesh	Diplomatic/Service	30 days
Belarus	Diplomatic/Service/Official	30 days
Brunei	Diplomatic/Service	30 days
China	Diplomatic/Service	30 days
India	Diplomatic/Service	Varies
Indonesia	Diplomatic/Service	30 days
Iran	Diplomatic/Service	Varies
Pakistan	Diplomatic/Service	Varies
Russia	Diplomatic/Service/Official	Varies
Thailand	Diplomatic/Service	Varies

6. e-Visa

Oman offers an e-Visa to nationals of approximately 71 countries. Applications are submitted online through the Royal Oman Police portal. The e-Visa is available as a single-entry or multiple-entry permit valid for 30 days per visit. Processing is typically completed within a few business days.

e-Visa Key Details • Eligible nationalities: approximately 71 countries • Single-entry or multiple-entry options • Validity: 30 days per entry • Application: Royal Oman Police online portal • Fee: OMR 5 (single entry, 10 days) / OMR 20 (30 days) / OMR 50 (1-year multiple entry)

7. Conditional e-Visa (Third-Country Visa Holders)

Nationals of approximately 17 countries may apply for an Oman e-Visa if they already hold a valid visa from a qualifying third country (Australia, Canada, Japan, Schengen states, UK, or USA). This allows a broader range of travellers to visit Oman by leveraging their existing travel authorisations.

8. Transit Policy

Passengers transiting through Oman on the same flight do not require a visa if the transit duration is within 6 hours and they do not leave the international transit area. Passengers requiring airside transit for longer periods or needing to clear immigration must obtain an appropriate visa.

Transit Rules • Transit without visa: up to 6 hours, same flight, airside only • Longer transit or immigration clearance: visa required

9. Pending / Unratified Agreements

Oman has signed or is in the process of ratifying visa-free agreements with several countries. Until formally implemented, these agreements do not confer visa-free rights.

Country	Agreement Type	Signed / Effective
Philippines	Visa-free (ordinary)	July 2025 (pending)
Suriname	Visa-free (ordinary)	September 2024 (pending)
Uzbekistan	Visa-free (ordinary)	June 2024 (pending)
China (ordinary)	Visa-free (ordinary)	March 2021 (pending ratification)

10. General Entry Requirements

Standard Requirements for All Visitors • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond stay • Valid return or onward ticket • Confirmed hotel reservation or host letter • Proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay • Travel insurance (for 14-day visa-free category) • No criminal record or prior deportation from Oman

11. Important Notes

All visitors to Oman must comply with the laws of the Sultanate, including regulations relating to dress code, public conduct, and religious sensitivities. Overstaying a visa is a serious offence and may result in fines, detention, and deportation. The Royal Oman Police oversee immigration enforcement and all visa-related matters.