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Omani Visa-Free Entry and Visa on Arrival

Short visa-free entry for eligible nationalities and GCC citizens, with a visa on arrival available to certain travellers at the border.

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The up-to-14-day visa-free/visa-on-arrival stay and the exact eligible-nationality lists change; verify current lists and stay length on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and ROP pages.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Oman government website before you apply.
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Official name
Visa exemption / Visa on arrival
Route type
Visitor entry without a pre-arranged visa
Stay
Up to 14 days for visa-free / visa-on-arrival entry
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GCC citizens
No visa required to enter or reside

Who it is for

  • GCC citizens (visa-free entry and residence)
  • Nationals of countries on Oman's visa-free lists
  • Second-group nationals holding residence/visas for listed countries

Requirements

  • Passport valid for at least six months
  • For second-group nationals, evidence of the qualifying residence or visa
  • Compliance with the permitted visa-free stay length

How to apply

  • No online application required for visa-free entry
  • Visa on arrival is issued at approved land, air and sea entry points
  • Check eligibility on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs entry-visa page before travel

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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