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Oman visa requirements 2026

Do you need a visa for Oman? Entry rules for every passport, grouped by visa category.

Visa data last updated 2026-01-09

Region: Western Asia | Continent: Asia

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10Visa-free
117eVisa
71Visa on arrival
0Visa required

Oman entry rules at a glance

Of the 198 passports we track, 10 can enter Oman visa-free (most commonly for up to 14 days) and 71 can get a visa on arrival. Of the rest, 117 need an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation before departure.

81 of 198 passports can travel to Oman without arranging anything before departure.

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Oman entry rules for common passports

PassportEntry rule for Oman
United States of AmericaVisa on arrival
United KingdomVisa on arrival
CanadaVisa on arrival
AustraliaVisa on arrival
GermanyVisa on arrival
FranceVisa on arrival
IndiaeVisa
ChinaVisa on arrival
NigeriaeVisa
South AfricaVisa on arrival
BrazilVisa on arrival
PhilippineseVisa

Oman visa requirements by region of passport

Number of passports from each region in each entry category for Oman.

Passport regionVisa-freeVisa on arrivaleVisaVisa required
Africa02520
Asia815270
Europe14130
North America02210
Oceania11120
South America01020

Entry rules for every passport

Visa-free 10
eVisa 117
Visa on arrival 71

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Oman?

It depends on your passport. Of 198 passports, 10 can enter visa-free, 71 can get a visa on arrival and 117 need an eVisa. Find your passport in the lists on this page.

Which passports can enter Oman without a visa?

10 passports have visa-free access to Oman, including United Arab Emirates, Qatar, New Zealand, Bahrain, Belarus, Brunei, Kazakhstan, Kuwait and others. The most common visa-free stay is 14 days.

Does Oman offer visa on arrival?

Yes. 71 passports can obtain a visa on arrival in Oman. Carry the fee in cash, a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

Can I apply for a Oman eVisa online?

117 passports are eligible for an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation for Oman. Apply only through the official government portal and allow time for processing before you fly.

Do Asian passport holders need a visa for Oman?

Of 50 passports from Asia, 23 can enter Oman visa-free or with a visa on arrival. The region table on this page breaks this down by category.

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About this data

Entry categories come from our passport-by-destination matrix, last updated 2026-01-09. Visa policies change, and special rules can apply to diplomatic passports, residents of third countries or travellers arriving by land. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration website or your airline before you travel.

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