Oman Visa Requirements for Somali citizens in 2026

Last Updated: May 22, 2026, 2:13 p.m.

Flag of Somalia — passport nationality for this visa route
Flag of Oman — travel destination for this visa route

1) E-Visa

Somali passport holders planning a visit to Oman for tourism purposes do not need a traditional visa for short durations. Instead, an electronic visa (eVisa) must be applied for and approved online before travel. Processing typically takes several business days.

Entry Requirement

Allowed Stay

Purpose of Travel

Tourist


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Further Notes

  • Holders of a GCC state resident permit can get a 28 days visa on arrival that costs 5 Omani Riyals.

Reference Links

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General Information about Oman

  • Name (Common): Oman
  • Name (Official): Sultanate of Oman
  • Population: 5494691
  • Area: 309500
  • Capital: Muscat
  • Currency: Omani rial
  • Language: Arabic
  • Calling Code: +968
  • Region: Asia
  • Subregion: Western Asia

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for Somali citizens. Somalia passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online.

Yes, a visa is required for Somali citizens. Somalia passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online. Options include: E-Visa.

Yes, Somali citizens can travel to Oman, but an E-Visa is required.

The maximum length of stay in Oman with E-Visa is not specified. Somali citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying an E-Visa in Oman can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Oman in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.