Oman visa requirements for Emiratis

Travel and visa requirements

Omani Visa is not required for Emiratis

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • United Arab citizens visiting Oman can do so without applying for a visa if they intend to stay in the country for less than 90 days.
  • Passport of visitors entering into Oman are required have a validity of 6 months at the time of entry.
  • It is also recommended that visitors should make available, a blank page on their passport for entry stamps.
  • Visitors will be requested to present a Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination at the port of entry into Oman.
  • Visitors must declare amounts over 20,000 USD or its currency equivalent upon entry.
  • Pet animals must be accompanied by a certificate of vaccination against rabies stating that it is more than 1 month old but less than 6 months old.
  • All travellers above two years are required to pay an airport Tax of OMR 5 upon departure from the airport if it is not collected at ticket issuing.
  • The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Oman is 1 hour, 5 minutes.
  • Oman adopts the Gulf Standard Time which means that there is no time difference between United Arab Emirates and Oman.
  • Oman generally has one of the hottest climates in the world but The mountain areas like Jabal Akhdar receive more rainfall.
  • Oman has one of the most diverse environments in the Middle East with various tourist attractions and is particularly well known for adventure and cutural tourism.
  • Islam is the most widely practised religion in Oman while non-muslim communities are virtually made up of foreign immigrants.
  • Arabic, English, Baluchi, Urdu and various Indian languages are the main languages spoken in Oman.
  • In Oman, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.

Frequently Asked Questions


What is the capital of Oman?

Muscat is the capital of Oman and it is home to important royal residences and buildings from which the Sultan governs the country. The city is also home to the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the main mosque of the Sultanate of Oman.


Can I extend my stay in Oman?

A one-month extension at the charge of OR20 on a one-month visit visa is available from the ROP Visa Information counter at Muscat International Airport. 


When is the best time to visit Oman?

The best time to visit Oman is between October - March, during the winter months, when the weather is pleasant and cool. April and May are the shoulder seasons when the weather is still pleasant, but warmer than in the winter months.