What is Oman’s new free 14-day tourist visa?
Oman has introduced a free 14-day tourist visa category under Royal Oman Police Decision No. 109/2026. Eligible travellers receive the visa at no cost, can convert it to another tourist visa category before it expires, and the entry visa fee has been officially set at zero Omani rials. The official list of eligible nationalities has not yet been published.
What’s New?
Oman has announced a free 14-day tourist visa for citizens of selected countries as part of new immigration reforms aimed at boosting tourism and making short-term travel more convenient. Under the updated regulations, eligible travellers can receive a 14-day tourist visa at no cost. The initiative is designed to simplify the entry process for short visits while encouraging more international tourists to explore Oman.
Visa Conversion Option
Travelers entering Oman on the free 14-day visa will also have the option to convert it into another tourist visa category before it expires. To do so, applicants must meet all eligibility requirements and pay the applicable visa conversion fees.
New Regulations
The changes were introduced through Royal Oman Police Decision No. 109/2026, issued by Lt Gen Hassan bin Mohsin Al Shraiqi, Inspector General of Police and Customs. The new rules became effective one day after their publication in the Official Gazette.
The amendments:
- Introduce a new 14-day tourist visa category under Article 10 of the executive regulations.
- Add the visa to the entry visa schedule under Article 29, with the visa fee officially set at zero Omani rials.
Eligible Countries
The Omani government has not yet published the official list of nationalities eligible for the new free visa. Authorities have confirmed that only citizens of countries approved by the competent authority will qualify.
Official List Still Awaited
The official list of eligible nationalities for the new free 14-day tourist visa is still awaited from the Omani authorities. Corporate travel teams should monitor official Royal Oman Police communications before planning short-term travel for employees.
Existing 14-Day Visa Exemption
Oman already allows citizens of more than 100 countries and regions to enter visa-free for up to 14 days, provided they satisfy specific entry conditions. Countries currently covered include:
Entry Requirements
Eligible travelers must generally have:
Important Information for Indian Citizens
Indian passport holders are not automatically eligible for visa-free entry to Oman. They may qualify only if they meet the additional conditions specified by Omani authorities.
Objective of the Initiative
The introduction of the free 14-day tourist visa is part of Oman’s broader strategy to:
- Simplify travel procedures for short-term visitors
- Strengthen the tourism sector and increase visitor numbers
- Attract more international visitors to the Sultanate
- Support short-term leisure and business travel
Key Takeaways for Corporate Travel Teams
- Free 14-day entry — the new tourist visa category carries a zero OMR fee under Decision No. 109/2026
- Conversion possible — travellers can convert the free visa to another tourist category before expiry, subject to eligibility and conversion fees
- Eligible list pending — the official nationality list is yet to be published; monitor Royal Oman Police announcements
- Indian nationals: not automatic — India is not a general visa-exempt country for Oman; specific conditions apply
- Standard entry conditions apply — 6-month passport validity, return tickets, hotel bookings, insurance, and proof of funds
