Oman Visa for Indians: 14-day visa exemption

Complete visa requirements for Indian passport holders

Indian passport holders normally need to follow Oman's visa rules. A separate 14-day visa exemption may apply if you hold a qualifying visa/residence permit and all trip documents; check the exact conditions below before travel.

Visa Requirement

Visa Required

Last verified against official sources: 10 August 2026

Special Condition

Hold a qualifying visa/residence permit and all trip documents

Requirement: 14-day visa exemption

The exemption is conditional, cannot be extended or converted, and is not visa on arrival.

Key Information

Stay Duration

14 days under the conditional exemption

Processing Time

No application for the exemption; otherwise obtain an eVisa before travel

Visa Fee

No fee for the conditional exemption; eVisa fee varies by visa type

Popular With

Road trippers and desert explorers

Key Requirements

Passport valid 6+ months
Return/onward flight ticket
Confirmed hotel
Health insurance
Sufficient funds
Qualifying visa/residence permit or eligible GCC residence and profession

Step-by-Step Application Process

1
Verify every exemption condition on the Oman Foreign Ministry page
2
If ineligible, use the Royal Oman Police eVisa portal before travel

Documents Required

Valid passport (6+ months)
Return/onward flight ticket
Confirmed hotel
Health insurance
Proof of sufficient funds
Qualifying visa or residence permit

Pro Tips

Verify every exemption condition before booking
Perfect for short trips — Muscat, Nizwa, Wahiba Sands
Oman is road-trip friendly — rent a car
Very affordable compared to UAE

Important Notes

• A bare Indian passport is not visa-free
• The 14-day exemption is not visa on arrival and cannot be extended
• Use the ROP portal if the exemption does not apply

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Best Time to Apply

Verify eligibility before booking; otherwise apply before travel

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