Oman visa in 2026 — every type, every fee, every processing time
Every visa option for visiting Musandam in 2026, with the real fees, the real processing times, and the real restrictions. Written by a 12-year operator who has handled 12,000+ guest visas.
Every visa option in one table
| Visa type | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26B visa (UAE residents) | 5 OMR + 26 AED application | 10 days, single entry | 1 working day |
| Visa on arrival | 5 OMR (20 OMR for some) | 10 days, single entry | 5 minutes at the border |
| Express e-visa | 25 OMR | 10 days, single entry | 4 hours online |
| Standard e-visa | 5 OMR + service fee | 10 days, single entry | 3 working days |
| Multiple-entry e-visa | 25 OMR | 30 days, multiple | 3 working days |
| 1-day border permit (UAE residents) | 50 AED | 24 hours, single entry | 5 minutes at the border |
| GCC resident visa | 5 OMR | 28 days, single entry | At the border |
| Indian/Pakistani/Bangladeshi/Filipino | Apply in advance via sponsor | 30 days, single entry | 5–7 working days |
Which visa is right for you?
If you are a UAE resident, the 26B visa is the right pick. It is the cheapest (5 OMR + 26 AED = 76 AED), the easiest to apply for (online via the Royal Oman Police portal), and it covers the full 10-day duration. The 1-day border permit (50 AED) is the right pick if you are doing a single-day trip and you do not want to apply in advance.
If you are a tourist (not a UAE resident), the visa on arrival is the right pick for 100+ nationalities (EU, UK, US, Canada, Australia, Japan, Singapore, etc.). The cost is 5 OMR (about 50 AED), the duration is 10 days, and the application is at the border in 5 minutes. The express e-visa (25 OMR) is the right pick if you are from a nationality that is not eligible for the visa on arrival, or if you need a visa before you arrive.
Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, and Filipino passport holders cannot get the visa on arrival. They must apply in advance through a sponsor (usually a hotel or a tour operator). The cost is 25 OMR, the duration is 30 days, and the processing is 5–7 working days. We provide this service as part of our tour packages.
Documents required for every visa
- • Passport valid for 6+ months from the date of entry
- • Passport-size photo (for the e-visa, not for the visa on arrival)
- • UAE residence visa (for the 26B visa) or tourist entry stamp (for the standard e-visa)
- • For GCC residents: GCC residence visa
- • For Indian/Pakistani/Bangladeshi/Filipino: sponsor letter from a hotel or tour operator
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest Oman visa?
The 26B visa for UAE residents (5 OMR + 26 AED = 76 AED total). The next cheapest is the visa on arrival (5 OMR = 50 AED).
What is the fastest Oman visa?
The 1-day border permit (5 minutes at the border, 50 AED, UAE residents only). The next fastest is the express e-visa (4 hours, 25 OMR).
Can I get an Oman visa for free?
No. The cheapest is the 26B visa for UAE residents at 5 OMR (about 50 AED).
Can I extend my Oman visa?
Yes, once, for an additional 10 days, at the Royal Oman Police office in Khasab. The cost is 5 OMR. The extension must be applied for in person.
Do children need a separate visa?
No. Children under 18 travelling with a parent are included in the parent's visa at no extra cost. The child must be added to the visa application before travel.