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Oman Travel Advice

Entry requirements differ by country. The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office issues country specific travel advice including Health, Visa and Vaccination requirements.

You can access the FCDO advice for Oman please read the FCDO advice available here https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/oman

Entry requirements:

  • Entry requirements: All travellers, including those fully vaccinated or not, and those who have had COVID-19 in the past year, have the same entry requirements. There are no specific COVID-19 related restrictions.
  • Entry requirements for children: There are no specific requirements for children and young people.

Passport validity:

  • Your passport should have at least 6 months' validity remaining on your date of entry to Oman.

Visa requirements:

  • General: British nationals can visit Oman without a visa if their stay is less than 14 days, have a confirmed hotel booking, health insurance to cover their stay, and a return ticket. For other types of visit, British nationals need a visa to enter Oman.
  • e-Visa requirements: Visit visas are available on arrival at the airport, but it is recommended to apply for a visa before travelling. Applications can be made through the Royal Oman Police portal. If travelling as a tourist, apply for an unsponsored visa.
  • Visa on arrival: Visit visas are available on arrival at the airport; however, it is recommended to apply for a visa before travelling.

Travel forms:

  • UK Emergency Travel Documents (ETDs) are valid for entry, exit, and transit in Oman if they have at least 6 months' remaining validity. Obtain a police report in case your full validity passport has been lost or stolen, which can be acquired at the Lost Passport Reporting Office, Royal Oman Police Civil Status Office.

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Please note that this information is for British Passport holders only. If you hold an Irish passport then please visit the Department of Foreign Affairs for travel advice

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