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title: Oman visa for citizens of India
description: Citizens of India need a visa for Oman and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 14 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Oman visa for citizens of India

Citizens of India need a visa for Oman and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Not yet cross-checked · last checked 2026-09-04. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Visa on Arrival (14 days) for Indians holding valid Australia, Canada, Japan, UK, US or Schengen visa/residence permit
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 14 days
- **Visa validity:** 14 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Confirm eligibility** — Hold an Indian passport plus a valid Australia, Canada, Japan, UK, US or Schengen visa/residence permit, or a GCC residence permit.
2. **Prepare documents** — Gather passport, the qualifying visa/permit, return ticket, accommodation and funds proof.
3. **Fly to Oman** — Travel to an Omani port of entry (e.g. Muscat International Airport).
4. **Apply at immigration counter** — Present documents to the immigration officer and request the 14-day visa on arrival.
5. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the applicable fee at the counter (fee amount not stated in source).
6. **Receive visa stamp** — Visa is stamped in the passport permitting a 14-day stay.

## Documents checklist

- **Indian passport (valid at least 6 months)** (Identity): Original passport with blank pages.
- **Valid visa or residence permit for Australia, Canada, Japan, UK, US or Schengen** (Supporting): Must be valid and attached in the passport or held as a valid residence permit.
- **Confirmed return/onward ticket** (Travel): Evidence of departure within the 14-day stay.
- **Hotel booking or proof of accommodation** (Travel): Confirmed reservation for the duration of stay.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Cash or card evidence may be requested by immigration.
- **Passport-size photographs** (Identity, optional): Carry spares in case immigration requests them.
- **Gulf Cooperation Council residence permit (alternative eligibility)** (Supporting, optional): GCC residents may instead qualify on the basis of their residence permit.

## Proof of funds

- cash
- credit/debit cards
- bank statement

Immigration may ask for evidence of sufficient funds; no fixed amount stated.

## Good to know

- The 14-day visa on arrival applies only to Indians holding a valid Australia, Canada, Japan, UK, US or Schengen visa or residence permit, or GCC residents.
- Fee amount and processing details were not stated in the source text; verify with Royal Oman Police before travel.
- Eligibility rules change frequently — confirm current policy with Omani authorities before flying.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Qualifying visa/residence permit expired or not held** — Ensure the third-country visa or permit is valid for your travel dates.
- **Passport validity under 6 months** — Renew the passport before travel.
- **No confirmed return ticket or accommodation** — Book and carry return ticket and hotel confirmations.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of India need a visa for Oman?

Citizens of India need a visa for Oman and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa on Arrival (14 days) for Indians holding valid Australia, Canada, Japan, UK, US or Schengen visa/residence permit.

### How long can citizens of India stay in Oman?

Up to 14 days.

### What documents do citizens of India need for Oman?

Indian passport (valid at least 6 months); Valid visa or residence permit for Australia, Canada, Japan, UK, US or Schengen; Confirmed return/onward ticket; Hotel booking or proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Passport-size photographs; and 1 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Oman?

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- [| vfsglobal - vfsglobal](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/ind/document-checklist)
- Oman Visa for India Citizens — Requirements & Fees (2026) (eammu.com, third-party site)
- Oman Visa for India Citizens 2026 — Requirements, Fees & Documents (visaexpresshub.com, third-party site)

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