From guidelines to follow to fines for overstaying, here’s everything you need to know if you are planning on visiting Oman without a visa.

A breakthrough for the local tourism industry, the Sultanate will now allow citizens of 103 countries to visit the nation without applying for a visa.

The decision came into effect today [December 10] – and it will allow visitors to stay in Oman for a period of 10 days without a visa.

The list of countries includes India, Britain, the United States, Iran, France, Netherlands, South Korea, and many more.

Click here for the complete list of countries in the visa-exemption list

While the newly-implemented decision will give travellers a free hand to visit Oman, there are criteria to follow. This includes the following: 

– Travellers will require a booking from a hotel in Oman. The ticket must be booked and confirmed prior to entry.

– Travellers must opt for health insurance before entering Oman.

– A two-way ticket is mandatory for those visiting Oman. They are legally required to present your return ticket at the counter before boarding their flight to Oman.

– As per the new decision, visitors who exceed the 10-day visa-less stay limit will be subjected to a fine of RO10 per day.

– COVID-19 rules are still in effect in the Sultanate and social distancing norms are strictly followed. It is mandatory to wear a face mask in Oman.

– Airline passengers do not need not conduct a PCR test before arriving in Oman. Tests will be conducted in the airport upon arrival.

– Travellers coming to Oman via land borders must bring a certificate of their PCR test.