Basic Travel Requirements for Egyptians visiting
Oman
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Omani Visa.
- Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
- Correctly completed visa application form duly signed by the applicant.
- Two passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the format of a visa application.
- Bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
Oman Visa for Egyptians
Facts about Oman
Oman is a top tourist destination for its islands and beaches. It is also a prime tourist destination for its deserts. A lot of tourists love to take rides on camels in the desert. The country has plantations and vegetation which adds color to the already beautiful landscape.
Tourism plays a vital role in the Omani economy. The number of tourists grew to 5 percent from the number posted the previous year. A total of 3.3 million tourists visited the country in the past year.
In the country, only licensed hotels and restaurants sell alcohol. If you need to take alcohol at home, you need to acquire a license. It is considered illegal to live together or share the same room with someone of the opposite sex to whom you are not married to or who is not your relative.
Female tourists should be cautious of moving around alone due to the occurrences of sexual assault and rape. You should ensure to move around with a means of identification as random checks can be carried out in the country.
Types of Oman Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 15 days | 90 days |
| Business visa | 15 days | 90 days |
General Requirements for Oman Visa
- Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
- Correctly completed visa application form duly signed by the applicant.
- Two passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the format of a visa application.
- Bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
Oman Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is issued to foreigners who have the intention of visiting Oman for sightseeing, recreation, and relaxation.
- Foreigners who have the intention of visiting their friends or relatives living in the country are eligible for this visa.
- If you are visiting someone in the country, a letter from your host should be provided. The letter must state the relationship between the applicant and the host and must indicate the length of the applicant’s stay.
- The purpose of the applicant’s visit and the valid contact information of the host must be stated in the letter.
- A letter from the applicant’s employer in Egypt is required. The letter must state the applicant’s job position, salary level, and length of employment.
- Minors are required to submit the original copy of their birth certificate, as well as a notarized consent signed by both their parents.
- During your time in the country, you are not allowed to receive payments for the services you render.
- This visa allows you to attend festivals and events that are of interest to you.
- Proof of payment of paid visa application fee is required.
Oman Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Businessmen and businesswomen visiting Oman with the intention of engaging in business activities are eligible for this visa.
- Foreigners are allowed to negotiate and sign business contracts with their partners during business meetings.
- During your time in the country, you are allowed to attend trade fairs, conferences, and business seminars.
- A letter of invitation from the host company in Oman stating the nature of the business to be carried out and the duration of the business trip is required. The letter must be printed on the company’s letterhead and signed by an authorized signatory of the company.
- A letter from the applicant’s employer stating awareness and allowance of the business leave is required. The letter must also state the duration and the purpose of the business trip.
- The business letter must also indicate who will be financially responsible for the applicant during his/her time in the country.
- Proof of previous trade relations between the host company and sponsoring company must be provided, if any.
- You are expected to return to your country at the expiry of this visa.
- Proof of payment of visa application fee is required.
Oman Visa Fees
Tourist visa
36.00 (OMR)
Business visa
36.00 (OMR)
Oman Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Egypt
Cairo
20 Mohammed Mazhar, AZ Zamalek, Giza Governorate 11211
https://www.mofa.gov.om/
cairo@mofa.gov.om
02 27289972