Oman visa guide

Oman visa: how to apply online

You apply for an Oman visa yourself on the official Royal Oman Police portal. This page covers what to check before you start, how the steps go and which documents to prepare. We do not issue visas; we help you plan the trip around it.

  • Official Royal Oman Police portal
  • Online application
  • Questions on WhatsApp
A passport and boarding pass with the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque behind

Before anything else

Visa rules depend on your nationality and can change.

  • Your nationality decides

    Some nationalities can enter for a short stay without a visa; others must apply before they travel. Only the official portal gives the exact answer.

  • The purpose of your trip

    Tourism, family visits and business travel have different visas; choose the one that fits your trip.

  • The official source

    Applications are made only on the Royal Oman Police eVisa portal. Check the address carefully.

    evisa.rop.gov.om

The online application, step by step

The portal’s general flow; see the portal for each visa type’s details.

  1. Register

    Create an account on the official portal with your email.

  2. Choose the visa type

    Pick the type that fits your purpose and nationality.

  3. Upload and pay

    Fill in the form, upload the requested documents and pay online.

  4. Get the result

    The decision appears in your account and by email; keep a copy of the visa with you.

Documents usually requested

The exact list for each visa type is on the portal.

Passport copy
The details page, clear and uncropped; the passport must have enough validity left.
Photo
A recent photo on a light background.
Accommodation
Some visas ask for a hotel booking or the address where you will stay.
Return ticket
May be requested for some visas or on arrival.

Mistakes that delay an application

Check once more before you submit.

A name that differs from the passport
Write your name exactly as it appears in your passport.
An unreadable scan
Blurred, skewed or over-exposed images are often sent back.
Too little passport validity
Check the passport’s expiry date before you apply.
Applying late
Apply a few days before you travel, so there is time to fix anything.

What we help with

The visa application is yours; we plan the rest of the trip with you.

  • Where to stay in Oman

    We find hotels in Muscat and Salalah and explain each option’s cancellation terms before you decide.

    Our agency in Muscat
  • Your itinerary

    Regions, the best season and entry tips are in our Oman travel guide.

    Oman travel guide
  • Your questions

    Ask us about travelling to Oman on WhatsApp; our team answers day and night.

Questions about the Oman visa

Where do I apply for an Oman visa?

On the official Royal Oman Police eVisa portal at evisa.rop.gov.om.

Do I need a visa to visit Oman?

It depends on your nationality; some nationalities need no visa for a short stay. The official portal gives the exact answer.

Do you issue visas?

No. Visas are issued by the Royal Oman Police and you submit the application yourself on the official portal. We help with hotels, flights and the trip plan.

How long does the visa take?

It depends on the visa type and on complete documents; apply a few days before you travel.

How much does the visa cost?

Each visa type’s fee is shown on the portal when you apply.

A question about your Oman trip?

Our team in Muscat answers on WhatsApp day and night.