How to get a Oman visa from South Africa

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for South African passport holders travelling to Oman.

Visa types & fees

2 visa options for travelling to Oman.

Processing time5 - 7 working days

Validity90 days

Processing time5 - 7 working days

Validity90 days

Documents South African applicants need to provide.

A valid passport which does not expire for another 30 days after the date of entry into Oman with two blank pages on the passport.
Confirmed payment of the visa processing fee.
Two recent passport-sized photographs taken with a white background which follows the visa format.
Bank statement not older than 3 month showing continuous flow of income. This is proof that you can cater for yourself during your time in the country.
Return flight ticket to South Africa.
Hotel reservation that covers the duration of stay in the country. If you are staying with a friend or relative, the host’s address and identification is required.
A duly completed application form.
Copy of travel itinerary for the duration of stay in the country.
Travel insurance.

This visa type is for those visiting the country for sightseeing, recreational or relaxation purposes in the country.
You can also visit friends or relatives with this kind of visa.
If you a visiting a relative or friend, you need a letter of invitation from the host.
The address of the host should be clearly stated on the letter. Also, a valid means of identification should be tendered.
Minors should ensure they have their application forms signed by their both their parents.
A valid medical insurance is needed.
You are expected to return to South Africa before the expiry of your visa.
Ensure you abide by the rules and regulations of the country.
It takes a period of 5 - 7 working days for the visa to be processed.
The visa fee costs 20 Oman riyals.

The visa is for those who visit Oman for business purposes.
People who apply for this visa do so with the intention of developing business relationships with companies in the country.
These business people can attend business meeting, attend conferences and sign contracts in the country.
A letter from the company in Oman with which you are partnering with is required.
Letter from your current employer in South Africa approving your leave and stating the duration of your stay in the country.
The address of the company and the duration of visit should be clearly stated on the letter.
Traveling with a minor requires you to have the original copy of the minor’s birth certificate. Application forms of minors should be signed by both parents.
This visa is valid for 90 days.

Oman embassy & visa application centers in South Africa.

Address11 Anderson Street, Brooklyn, 0075, Pretoria

Phone+27 12 362 3114

All countries except Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and UAE require a visa to visit Oman.

You can get visa for Oman from one of the visa application centers near you.

It takes 5 - 7 days for your visa to be processed.

You can buy pottery, Omani mandoos, Frankincense, Palm baskets, and crafts.

Yes, Oman is a relatively safe country.

Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Oman visa requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.