Plan Your Next Trip: Get Your Oman Tourist Visa in 3 Simple Steps

Oman is not your one-destination trip. That’s right! When you book a ticket to Oman, you’re not paying for mountains, oceans, or a desert. In fact, you’re paying for all of it, in one package! An online tourist visa for Oman makes you forget about the stress of getting a visa because it’s just that easy to get one.
With a simple, fast tourist e-visa application, Oman is open to you. Choose from single or multiple-entry visas, with stays from 10 to 30 days.
Apply in just minutes for your Oman tourist e-visa, valid for easy online entry. Our application and approval process is lightning fast, all custom-made just for your convenience.
Omanvisa.org is the place for all your Omani travel dreams. Let’s get into how you can get there the fastest!

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Oman Tourist Visa: A Beautiful Country Via a Tourist’s Pass

A tourist e-visa for Oman allows easy access for foreign visitors. Options include both single and multiple-entry tourist visas. With stays allowed from 10 up to 30 days, you’re trip to Oman can be customized according to your plan, schedule and of course, your wanderlust!

Types of Oman Tourist Visas

Key Benefits

• The fast online application takes only minutes
• Approval in as little as 24 hours
• Accepted for entry at air, land, and sea ports
• Digital copy valid for entry, stamps or paperwork not required

Do I Need a Tourist Visa for Oman?

Oman is open to international tourists and visitors. However, visitors from most countries do require tourist visas in order to travel to Oman. An Oman e-visa is the easiest way to apply, anything you could possibly need is all available in one place.

Visa Requirements Based on Nationality

Tourist visa requirements are different depending on your home country:

• Citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries - Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and the UAE - don’t need visas.
• Citizens of the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and European Union nations must get an e-visa before visiting Oman as tourists.
• Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Philippine, Indonesian, and other nationalities also need visas for tourism and can apply online.

The visa you'll need is called a Visit Visa. It allows stays of up to 30 days for sightseeing.
So, visitors from most countries have to first apply for their Oman e-visa by submitting an online application with the necessary documentation required.

Visa Exceptions

While tourist visas are required as a rule, there are some exemptions from the visa:

• Passengers on cruise ship day visits to Muscat or Khasab don’t require visas for shore excursions booked through the cruise company.
• Passengers transiting through Oman’s airports don’t need visas if they remain in the airport and continue with their journey within 24 hours.

Documents Needed to Apply for an Oman Tourist Visa

Preparing the necessary documents ensures quick, smooth processing of your Oman online tourist visa application.

Required Documents

• Passport: Must be valid for at least 6 months from the date you submit your e-visa application and make sure to carry blank pages for stamps. Details that you need to provide include your passport number and its expiration date.
• Passport Photo: A passport-size photograph that should be taken within the last six months, it should show your full face looking straight at the camera. Use a white background and remove your eyeglasses if you wear any.
• Return Ticket: Submit a copy of your booked roundtrip or onward air, land or sea travel reservations for entering and exiting Oman.

Additional Requirements for Some Cases

• If you’re currently residing in another GCC country, you need to provide a copy of your valid GCC resident permit which should be proof of your profession.
• For a 10-day GCC resident transit visa, you also need to provide confirmed ticket bookings for your onward trip to a third destination.
• Minors are required to submit copies of their birth certificates that should show their parents' names and signed permission from the parents, in case they’re not traveling.

How to Get an Oman Tourist Visa: A Quick 3-Step Process

Thanks to advanced online systems, getting your tourist visa for Oman takes just a few minutes. There are a few steps you need to follow-


Step 1 - Online Application

Visit the omanvisa.org website and complete a brief application form. You need to be prepared with:

• Your passport details
• Personal information
• Trip details including planned entry/exit dates
• Address of your stay arrangement in Oman (hotel or tour booking reservation)
• Supporting documents like passport copies

Step 2 - Secure Payment

Complete the payment for your visa quickly and safely via your credit or debit card on the website. The fees depend on your nationality and single vs multiple entry visa based on what you’ve selected.


Step 3 – Print an E-visa Copy & Travel

You'll receive an email with your approved Oman tourist e-visa PDF attached within 1 business day. Just print it out. No need to carry the physical printout - the visa officers can electronically scan your entry permit upon airport arrival. But having the email copy handy helps smooth the process.

Here’s Everything You Need to Know Before Entering Oman

Once you’ve secured yourself an e-visa, there are some things that would benefit you as a tourist in Oman. Knowing what to do around there, and how to conduct yourself as a visitor, always comes in handy. To make it easy on your part, here’s what you need to know-

Entry Requirements

As a visitor, you'll need to:

• Carry your approved paper or an online copy of the visa document for scanning.
• A passport with at least 6 months validity.
• An onward/return ticket to assure you'll exit Oman.
• Proof of adequate cash, or money through your debit or credit card.
• Carry all appropriate documents that might be needed if you’re traveling with a minor.

Dress & Conduct

Oman prides itself on being a welcoming, low-crime country. Here are some things to keep in mind, to impress the impressive tourist destination:

• Men and women should cover their shoulders and knees in public.
• Public displays of affection and intoxication are frowned upon.
• Take consent before photographing local women.
• Ramadan rules restrict eating, drinking, or smoking publicly during daylight hours.
• Tourists who dress and act respectfully receive warm hospitality in exchange!

No Vaccines Required

Unlike some destinations, Oman has no mandated vaccines to enter or travel within the country.

Destinations to Enjoy During Your Visit to Oman

An Oman tourist visa gives you access to this country’s most beautiful attractions and hidden gems. From the modern capital to ancient, your visa makes all of this possible.

Top Attractions and Sites in Muscat

Once you get to Oman, the coastal capital city is the hub of culture. Explore the Mutrah souk stuffed with frankincense, fabrics, and crafts before you get to Al Alam Palace’s elegant architecture. Dine on the best seafood there is, overlooking a traditional dhow harbor, and finally, get lost within the 16th century Jalali and Mirani fortresses, you’ll never want to live, but it's only a tourist visa after all.

Enjoy the Picturesque Scenery Around Salalah

Once you make your way south through the central plains, you’ll find the lush monsoon-watered region surrounding Salalah and Dhofar. Take in the scenic from the cliffside tombs of Prophet Ayoub then if you feel like it, you can camp along the long beaches with perfect waves. There’s your ASMR music experience, right from the arms of nature.

Desert and Sand Through Sharqiya

No Oman journey is complete without visiting the unspoiled deserts decorated in artistic wind patterns. Travel inland to Sharqiya Sands, home to soaring dunes reaching 300 feet. Join a camping tour, try dune bashing in a 4X4, or master sandboarding before you explore and immerse yourself in the proud Bedouin culture.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does an Oman tourist visa application take to process?

Online tourist visa applications are typically processed within 1 business day. You then receive your approved visa by email.

When should I apply for my Oman tourist visa?

For efficient processing, complete your online application at least 5-7 before traveling to Oman. This will give you enough time for the approval of your visa.

How long can I stay in Oman with a tourist visa?

Single-entry visas allow stays of either 10 or 30 days from the date of entry. Multiple-entry visas give you up to 30 days per entry.

Can I extend my Oman tourist visa?

Unfortunately, tourist visas cannot be extended beyond the originally approved stay durations. You will need to leave Oman and reapply online.

Do I need travel insurance to visit Oman as a tourist?

No, travel insurance is not required for Oman tourist visas, but having coverage for health and belongings is recommended.

Can I drive in Oman with a tourist visa?

Yes, visitors with a tourist visa can drive legally in Oman with an International Driving Permit (IDP).

Do I need any vaccinations before visiting Oman?

There are no vaccination or health screening requirements to enter Oman on a tourist visa.

Can I visit Musandam or cross into UAE/Saudi Arabia on an Oman tourist visa?

Unfortunately, tourist visas are not valid for visiting Musandam or crossing land borders out of Oman.

Is proof of hotel booking required?

No, accommodation proof is not formally required. However, carrying proof of where you will stay helps in smooth airport formalities.

Can I enter anywhere or are there designated entry points?

You can enter through any official Oman airport, seaport or land crossing with an approved tourist visa.

Where do I apply for the visa - in my home country or on arrival?

Online applications can be completed on the secure e-visa website before you arrive in Oman.

How soon before expiry can I apply for another tourist visa?

You can apply for a fresh tourist visa as soon as 4 weeks before your existing visa expires.

Does the visa guarantee entry?

No, immigration officers make the final entry decision. As long as you have a valid approved e-visa, entry is almost always granted.

Do I need a return ticket?

Yes, return or onward travel is required to provide upon tourist visa entry to Oman.

Can I visit Oman on a ship or yacht with a tourist visa?

Yes, you can enter Oman by private sea vessel or chartered sailing cruise as long as you apply for the visa beforehand.

Who needs a tourist visa for Oman?

Citizens of the USA, Canada, Australia, the UK, and most European, Asian, and African countries need tourist visas for Oman.

How can I track my application for the e-visa?

Email notifications inform you when your application is received and again once fully processed and approved.

Can I re-enter Oman, after visiting another nearby country?

Unfortunately, tourist visas do not permit exiting and re-entering from other countries. You need to remain continually in Oman.

Does my passport need to be valid for a certain period?

Yes, you must have at least 6 months of passport validity remaining at the date of Oman tourist visa application.

What types of tourist visas are available?

Options include 10- and 30-day single-entry visas as well as 1-year multiple-entry visas for longer stays in Oman up to 30 days at once.