Oman visa requirements for Laotians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Laotians visiting Oman

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Omani Visa.

  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • A Laotian passport with at least six months' validity and blank visa pages. 
  • Recently taken Passport-size photographs (4 x 6 cm in size) taken in white background.
  • Travel documents.
  • Proof of financial status to cover the duration of stay in Oman.
  • Proof of accommodation in Oman.
  • Copy of return flight ticket to Laos.
  • Medical insurance to cover the entire stay in Oman should be provided.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose and duration of stay in Oman.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • A certificate of yellow fever vaccination.
  • Minors traveling to Oman are required to submit a consent letter written and signed by both parents. 

Oman Visa for Laotians

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.

Types of Oman Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 3 Business Days Three Months
Business visa 3 Business Days 3 Months

General Requirements for Oman Visa

  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • A Laotian passport with at least six months' validity and blank visa pages. 
  • Recently taken Passport-size photographs (4 x 6 cm in size) taken in white background.
  • Travel documents.
  • Proof of financial status to cover the duration of stay in Oman.
  • Proof of accommodation in Oman.
  • Copy of return flight ticket to Laos.
  • Medical insurance to cover the entire stay in Oman should be provided.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose and duration of stay in Oman.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • A certificate of yellow fever vaccination.
  • Minors traveling to Oman are required to submit a consent letter written and signed by both parents. 
Oman Tourist visa Oman Business visa

Oman Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Omani tourist visa is a  visa issued to foreigners visiting Oman for tourism, visitation or recreational purposes. 
  • A passport with at least six months validity and blank visa pages is required. 
  • Two recently taken passport photographs (4x6 cm) in size and taken against a white background is needed. 
  • An invitation letter written by your host in Oman. The letter should contain the Residential address and contact details of the host. 
  • A complete and signed Omani tourist visa application form. 
  • The application fee for the Omani tourist visa is 20 Omani Riyals. 
  • Foreigners who exceed their exit date in Oman will be penalized and will be required to pay a fine of 10 Omani Riyals for each day of delay. 
  • Proof of hotel reservation or accommodation in Oman. 
  • If the applicant wants to stay with a friend or relative in Oman, the host is required to write a letter stating their relationship and the resident address of the host is to be provided. 
  • Proof of flight return or onward ticket. 
  • A document showing proof of financial status to cover the duration of stay in Oman. 
  • Flight itinerary. 

Oman Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Oman business visa is a visa issued to foreigners visiting Oman for business purposes.

  • Laotians visiting Oman on a business visa can negotiate and sign business contracts while in Oman.

  • Business travelers can also attend trade fairs, conferences and summits while they are in Oman.

  • The visa application form for Omani business visa is 20 Omani Riyals.

  • A letter of invitation from the company you are visiting in Oman should be provided. The letter should be written on the company’s letterhead and should state the duration and purpose of your visit.

  • The letter of invitation should also introduce the applicant and fully explain the nature of the business to be conducted.

  • A certificate of business registration and a copy of membership card of Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry should be provided by the company.

  • Proof of previous business dealings between the Omani company and the business partner should be provided.

  • Foreigners in Oman on a business visa are not allowed to take up employment opportunities.

  • Proof of accommodation in Oman.

  • Recent bank statement to show proof of financial status to cover expenses that may be incurred while in Oman.



Oman Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

20.00 (OMR)

Business visa

20.00 (OMR)

Oman Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Laos

Location

Address

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There is no Omani embassy in Laos. Laotians should visit the nearest country with an Omani embassy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oman a safe Country?

Oman is considered a relatively safe country and serious crime are rare. The Royal Oman Police is notably efficient and honest. However, foreigners are advised to keep their belongings well and safe. 

What is Oman known for?

Oman is famous for its fresh sea air of breathing. It capital Muscat is famous for dazzling souks and superb seafood. As a foreigner in Oman, do not miss the famous Omani sweets known as Omani Halva.

How do you greet someone in Oman?

Omanis are known for greeting each other in the traditional way of exchanging a kiss on the cheek. Another way the Omanis greet themselves is through handshakes. 


Can I drink alcohol in Oman?

Both hard and soft drugs are treated with equal severity in Oman. Licensed hotels and restaurants sell alcohol. If you live in Oman, you can get a license to drink alcohol at home from the Royal Oman Police. It's an offense to drink or be drunk in public in Oman.