Visit Visa Holders in UAE Can Go Oman & Come Back

Free 30 Days On arrival Nationals

The Oman visa run is an affordable and helpful procedure for travellers who are eligible for 30 days on-arrival visa to UAE. This 30 days visa is issued at border immigration and allows the holder to stay in the UAE for 30 days. The list of countries that get a 30-day visa on exit and return back to UAE are:

Free 90 Days On arrival Nationals

The 90-day-on-arrival visa is a multiple entry visa with a validity period of 6 months for the 90 days stay duration. Holders of this visa type can stay a few days in UAE, visit Oman for a few days or even choose to self-drive to Oman. The countries whose nationals are eligible for this type of visa are:

Paid 14 Days on arrival visa Nationals:

If you hold an Indian passport and also have a valid USA visit visa, a green card or an EU/UK residence visa you are eligible for the 14 days on-arrival visa. Holders of this visa type do not need to apply for an Oman visa in advance to complete the Oman visa run as they are eligible to visit any part of Oman and return back within the stay duration of their UAE visa.

Free 180 Days on arrival visa nationals:

The 180 days UAE on arrival visa is only stamped for Mexican passport holders while entering UAE through any airport, seaport or land border. They also don’t need any advance permission to complete an Oman Visa run as they are eligible to do an Oman visa run without a visa as long as they return to UAE within a day.

Prepaid UAE visa Nationals(Paid):

Travellers originating from countries like Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Philippines, Nepal, India, Jordan, Egypt, Bosnia and other countries that aren't eligible for an on-arrival UAE visa but would like to visit the UAE must apply for a prepaid visa before flying to the UAE. To get approval for a UAE visit visa, it needs to be sponsored by someone based in the UAE, be it a hotel, travel firm like Arabiers or an airline. These visa holders can visit Oman’s Dibba in Musandam without any Oman Visa but require an Oman Visa to visit other cities of Oman and travel between UAE and Oman. Arabiers team can help you apply for an Express Visa to Dubai or an Oman visa.

Prepaid nationals who are not eligible for a complimentary on-arrival UAE visa must apply for an Oman visa at least 5 days prior to your scheduled Oman visa run date. These steps will guide you through a straightforward Oman visa run procedure.

01   Save scanned copies of all your necessary supporting documents on your smartphone.

02   Visit the official e-visa portal of Oman at this link.

03   Sign up with the necessary details and visit the home page.

04   Apply for your Oman Visa by selecting the unsponsored option.

05   Enter the requested information along with your nationality in the online form and follow the steps.

06   Complete the online payment for your Oman visa. The cost of your Omani visa can be anywhere between 47 AED (5 Omani Riyals) to 476 AED (50 Omani Riyals) based on the visa type you apply for.

07   Download the e-tourist Oman visa copy that will be sent to your account on the official Oman visa website within 1 to 4 working days.

• Scanned copy of passport personal details page
• Scanned copy of passport last page (if applicable)
• Scanned copy of a coloured passport-size photo
• Birth Certificate if below 16 years (if applicable)
• Airline confirmation (if applicable)
• Proof of accommodation (if applicable)
• Any additional supporting documents (if applicable)

Travellers who are not eligible for a 30-day or 90-day free on-arrival visa when returning from Oman to the UAE must apply for a prearranged Dubai visa before returning back. Nationals originating from the countries mentioned below can apply for a Dubai express visa.

The Dubai Express visa Service only takes 4 to 8 hours to process a new visa whereas a standard visa procedure may take anywhere between 5 to 6 business days. If you prefer the express service here are the steps you need to follow.

01   Whatsapp us with your requirements. Our representative will guide you on the documents you need to send.

02   Send the soft copies of the necessary documents.

03   Make the online payment.

04   Your Dubai visa will be sent to your Whatsapp or email.

Documents Required for Dubai Express Visa

Colour copy of passport details page with minimum 6 months validity

Colour photo taken on white background

Birth certificates of kids travelling

UAE work visa page photo of any family or friend residing in the UAE

Khasab Dhow Cruise from UAE: Take the Khasab Dhow Cruise on a 6-hour journey through the Fjords of Oman's Musandam region. This tour begins in the UAE and gives you an amazing chance to admire the beauty of Khasab.

Overnight Dhow Cruise & Mountain Safari: If you enjoy exploring nature and wish to have some quality time with nature, the Musandam Khasab overnight Dhow Cruise and Mountain Safari package is the ideal escape for you. Your journey starts with a transfer to Khasab, a place that is lovingly called the "Norway of Arabia" for its picturesque fjords and mountainous landscapes. You will depart on a full-day excursion on an Omani wooden dhow to Khor Sham where you can forget the stress of your routine life.

Fullday Musandam Khasab with Hotel Stay: Sail past stunning fjords with their crystal-clear waters, mountains, and pristine white beaches. There's an opportunity to see dolphins playing and swimming close to the dhow at the fjord's entrance. Pass by abandoned towns and naturally sculpted caves. To allow you to enjoy swimming in the crystal-clear water with schools of vibrant fish, the Dhow will anchor close to Telegraph Island and Seebi Island.

Luxury Yacht Musandam Khasab Tour: The opulent Musandam Khasab excursion and overnight yacht stay will set off an exciting 2-day cruise into Oman's Musandam peninsula. You will enjoy a yacht cruise and an overnight stay before going on a 4WD mountain safari. A pick-up from your UAE location and a transfer to Khasab will signal the start of your journey. This experience also includes a stop at Khor Sham so that you can experience the stunning scenery of the "Norway of Arabia".