Oman Visa

Not for the Indian traveller. An exception exists: holders of valid visas or residence permits from few countries may qualify for a 14-day VOA. If you think this applies to you, we'll confirm.

For short leisure stays they're effectively the same. The official tourism visa is usually for 10 or 30 days.

An electronic authorisation issued online — no embassy visit. We can submit and follow up on the application for you.

All Oman group visa requests can be mailed to us at easyvisa@in.musafir.com and we will revert to you within 24 hours. Alternatively, you can also call our visa experts at 022 4164 2214 with the details of all the passengers travelling. While sending us the Oman group visa query, kindly include maximum information about your travel.

The 10 Days Tourist Visa costs around ₹ 2,999.

Yes, Oman visa charge does change depending upon the tourism policies of the country, taxes, etc. To know the latest Oman visit visa charges you can always get in touch with our travel experts at 022 4164 2214.

• Passport copy (6+ months validity)
• Passport photo (white background)
• Return flight and hotel confirmations

Expect 4 - 5 days working days after a complete submission. Apply a few weeks ahead to avoid last-minute stress.

We'll review the refusal with you and support a clean reapplication.

Below mentioned are the most common reasons for Oman travel visa rejection or disapproval.

• Female applicants below 25 years of age who are not accompanied by their parents or relatives might receive rejection or delay of approval in the Oman travel visa application.
• Applying for a visa in Oman with unskilled profession stated in the passport such as labourer, farmer or service might get rejected.
• Applicants with previous criminal offense, fraud or miss conduct committed are blacklisted in Oman Immigration and hence will be rejected automatically.

All Oman group visa requests can be mailed to us at easyvisa@in.musafir.com and we will revert to you within 24 hours. Alternatively, you can also call our visa experts at 022 4164 2214 with the details of all the passengers travelling. While sending us the Oman group visa query, kindly include maximum information about your travel. Example: Number of adults and children travelling, date of travel (arrival and departure) and similar information.

Oman visa is in the form of E-Visa and will be emailed to you once we receive the same from the Oman Embassy.

Look no further! Musafir.com provides Oman visa assistance in Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Pune, Lucknow etc.

Once you have submitted your application for Oman visa and have made the payment it cannot be cancelled.

Go between October and April. The weather’s actually pleasant—think 17 to 35°C, so you can hike, camp, and flop into wadis without feeling like your brain’s boiling. Summer though? Oof. May to September is basically “stay inside or risk becoming a human raisin.” Over 40°C is no joke. Locals here know to nap in the afternoon and save the adventures for cooler hours to make the most of the day.

Yes a valid Oman visa is required for all Indian passport holders to enter the Sultanate. You can apply for the Oman visa through Musafir.com for hassle free visa issuance.

General visa on arrival is not available for Indian citizens. However, there is a special provision: Indian passport holders can get a 14-day VOA if they hold a valid visa or a residence permit from a few countries.

You can also call our Oman visa experts at 022 4164 2214 or mail us at easyvisa@in.musafir.com for any visa-related queries.

Honestly, the Oman tourist visa doesn't usually keep you hanging—it's pretty quick. After you toss in your application (and, you know, actually fill it out right), you're looking at about 4 - 5 days for them to process it. Still, don't cut it close. I'd say, give yourself a safety net and apply at least two weeks before your trip. Who needs the stress of last-minute surprises, right?

Some highlights:

Muscat: The capital's got layers. You'll see shining white mosques, a chill waterfront (the corniche is chef's kiss for sunset strolls) and souks crammed with spices, textiles and you guessed it - more frankincense than you'll ever need. Don't skip the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque; it's jaw-dropping.

Nizwa: This one's pure old-school. The 17th-century fort looks like it could shrug off a cannonball, and the souk is a riot of colour and chatter. Show up on a Friday for the livestock market—it's chaos, but in the best way.

The Hajar Mountains: Rugged. Epic. Sometimes it feels like Mars with goats. Jebel Shams is called the "Grand Canyon of Arabia" for a reason, and Jebel Akhdar's so green you'll wonder if you took a wrong turn into Switzerland.

Wadis & Deserts: For your "Lawrence of Arabia" moment, hit Wahiba Sands—miles of rolling gold, camels, and Bedouin camps where the stars go absolutely bonkers at night. Then cool off in a wadi which is basically a natural waterpark. Wadi Shab and Wadi Bani Khalid both have these dreamy blue pools that feel like some secret oasis which are perfect after a day of sand-in-your-shoes exploring.

Honestly? If you're chasing something different, Oman's the sort of place that quietly gets under your skin—in the best way.

Omani food = Arabia + India + East Africa. Simple ingredients, big flavours.

Try these:

Shuwa — marinated lamb or goat and slow-cooked in an underground oven.

Majboos — saffron rice with meat or chicken while being aromatic and filling.

Mishkak — juicy grilled skewers — a street-food favourite.

Omani Halwa — sticky, sweet, rosewater-kissed dessert.

Indian restaurants are everywhere. Vegetarian? No problem — many places cater to plant-based diets.

Rent a car for freedom — roads are good. For mountains or deserts, a 4x4 is recommended. Your Indian driving licence is valid.

Taxis in Muscat: agree on a fare with the older orange-and-white cabs; apps like OTaxi make things easier.

Buses: Mwasalat runs comfortable intercity buses if you prefer not to drive.

• Currency: OMR (strong currency). 1 OMR ≈ ₹218*.

• ATMs are common in cities, malls and airports — tell your bank you're travelling to avoid blocks.

• Cards work in hotels and bigger shops; carry cash for souks, small stalls and tips

Ahlan — Hello
Shukran — Thank you
Min fadlak / Min fadlik — Please (to a man / to a woman)
Na'am / La — Yes / No
Kam hatha? — How much?
Ana nabati / Ana nabatiya — I'm a vegetarian.