Muscat Visa Guide

Complete visa requirements for Indian passport holders

Visa Requirement
Visa Free

Last updated: April 2026

Special Condition

Hold valid visa from Australia, Canada, Japan, UK, US, or Schengen countries

Requirement: Visa on Arrival available

Indians with valid visas from eligible countries can get visa on arrival

Key Information

Stay Duration
14 days visa-free; 10-day or 30-day visa available
Processing Time
Visa-free for 14 days; 5-7 days for e-visa
Visa Fee
FREE for 14-day visa-free entry; OMR 5 (~₹1,100) for 10-day visa; OMR 20 (~₹4,400) for 30-day visa
Popular With
Road trippers and desert explorers

Key Requirements

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from entry date
  • Return or onward flight ticket
  • Hotel booking confirmation
  • Proof of sufficient funds
  • For visa on arrival: Valid visa from Australia, Canada, Japan, UK, US, or Schengen

Step-by-Step Application Process

  1. 1

    For 14-day visa-free: Simply book trip and travel to Oman with valid passport

  2. 2

    For visa on arrival (if holding qualifying visa): Present passport and qualifying visa at Oman immigration

  3. 3

    For e-visa (longer stays): Apply online at Royal Oman Police e-visa website

  4. 4

    Fill online form and upload documents

  5. 5

    Pay visa fee (OMR 5 or OMR 20)

  6. 6

    Receive e-visa via email in 5-7 days

  7. 7

    Print e-visa and travel to Oman

Documents Required

  • Valid passport (6+ months validity)
  • Return or onward flight ticket
  • Hotel booking confirmation
  • Proof of sufficient funds
  • For visa on arrival: Valid visa from Australia/Canada/Japan/UK/US/Schengen
  • For e-visa: Passport copy, photograph, travel insurance

Pro Tips

  • 14-day visa-free makes Oman incredibly easy to visit from India!
  • Perfect for short trips - explore Muscat, Nizwa, Wahiba Sands
  • If you have US/UK/Schengen visa, can get visa on arrival for longer stays
  • Oman is beautiful, safe, and less crowded than Dubai
  • Very affordable compared to UAE
  • Wadis (desert valleys) and forts are must-visit
  • Rent a car and do road trip - Oman is road-trip friendly
  • Omani hospitality is legendary - warm welcome for Indian tourists

Important Notes

  • Indians get 14-day visa-free entry to Oman - one of best Gulf deals!
  • For stays longer than 14 days, must apply for e-visa (10-day or 30-day)
  • Visa on arrival available if you hold valid visa from Australia, Canada, Japan, UK, US, or Schengen
  • E-visa available as 10-day tourist visa (OMR 5) or 30-day tourist visa (OMR 20)
  • General visa on arrival discontinued but available for those with qualifying visas
  • Must apply through Royal Oman Police e-visa website for e-visa

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No advance application for 14-day visa-free entry

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