Oman offers a Tourist eVisa (unsponsored) for many nationalities, including Indian passport holders (subject to eligibility).

Main Tourist Visa Types:

🔹 10-Day Tourist eVisa (26A)

• Single entry

• Stay up to 10 days

• Valid for entry within 30 days

• Non-extendable

🔹 30-Day Tourist eVisa (26B)

• Single entry

• Stay up to 30 days

• Valid for entry within 30 days

• Can be extended once (additional fee)

2️⃣ Processing Time

• Standard processing: 1–4 working days

• In some cases: up to 5–7 working days

• Recommended: Apply at least 7–10 days before travel

Visa is issued electronically (PDF copy sent via email).

3️⃣ Key Points to Know

✔ Visa must be used within 30 days of approval
✔ Passport must be valid for at least 6 months
✔ Overstaying leads to heavy daily fines
✔ Each traveler (including children) needs a separate visa
✔ Entry allowed only through designated ports (Muscat, Salalah, Sohar, land borders)
✔ 30-day visa can be extended once (subject to approval)
✔ 10-day visa cannot be extended

4️⃣ Documents & Requirements

Mandatory Documents:

• Passport (valid minimum 6 months)

• Clear passport bio-page scan

• Recent passport-size photograph (white background)

• Confirmed return/onward flight ticket

• Hotel booking confirmation (or host details)

• Valid debit/credit card for payment

If Applying Based on Eligibility (for some Indians):

You may need:

• Valid visa or residence permit of USA / UK / Schengen / Canada / Australia / Japan

No biometric appointment required for eVisa.

5️⃣ Oman Tourist Visa Fees (2026 Approximate)

Currency conversion may vary slightly.

6️⃣ Important Travel Tips for Oman

📌 Before Travel:

• Carry printed copy of eVisa

• Carry return ticket & hotel confirmation

• Keep proof of sufficient funds

• Buy travel insurance (strongly recommended)

📌 During Stay:

• Respect local culture and modest dress code

• Alcohol allowed only in licensed venues

• Public behavior laws are strict

• Ramadan rules apply during fasting month

📌 Best Time to Visit:

October to March (pleasant weather)

📌 Currency:

Omani Rial (OMR)
1 OMR ≈ ₹210–₹220 (approx.)

English is widely spoken.

7️⃣ Common Reasons for Visa Rejection

• Passport validity less than 6 months

• Blurry passport or photo upload

• Incorrect personal information

• Previous immigration violation in GCC

• Suspicious travel history

• Mismatch between passport & application details

8️⃣ Common Entry Issues at Airport

Even with an approved visa, entry can be denied if:

• Return ticket not available

• No hotel booking proof

• Insufficient funds

• Overstay history in GCC countries

• Passport damage

• Mismatch in documents

Immigration officers have final authority at entry.