Oman Grants Visa-Free Travel to Tourists From 103 Countries, Including Singapore and Malaysia

Camping under the stars in the desert, visiting breathtaking mosques, and picking out souvenirs in traditional Arab markets are some of the experiences you can anticipate in Oman, which has just granted visa-free entry to 103 countries.

Until recently, a trip to this quiet country in the Middle East would have required travellers to apply for a tourist visa online with a period of 10 or 30 days. Now, passport holders from Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and a hundred more nations can stay for up to 10 days without a tourist visa, as long as they show proof of a confirmed hotel reservation, health insurance covering the price of 30 days of COVID-19 treatment, and a return ticket to their home country.

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in Muscat

COVID-19 travel protocol in Oman

All foreign arrivals must follow the safety protocols in Oman. For those staying longer than seven days, this includes wearing a tracking wristband. Tourists will also be required to take a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test upon arrival and cover the full cost at OMR 25 (S$86). Afterwards, they must self-isolate for seven days and submit themselves to a second PCR test after the first week. Test results will be available online within 24 hours at the website here.  

Nizwa Fort in Nizwa (left); Camel rides in Salalah (right)

List of eligible countries for visa-free travel in Oman

1. Albania
2. Algeria
3. Andorra
4. Argentina
5. Armenia
6. Australia
7. Austria
8. Azerbaijan
9. Belarus
10. Belgium
11. Bhutan
12. Bolivia
13. Bosnia and Herzegovina
14. Brazil
15. Brunei Darussalam
16. Bulgaria
17. Canada
18. Chile
19. China
20. Colombia
21. Costa Rica
22. Croatia
23. Cuba
24. Cyprus
25. Czech Republic
26. Denmark
27. Ecuador
28. Egypt
29. El Salvador
30. Estonia
31. Finland
32. France
33. French Guyana
34. Georgia
35. Germany
36. Greece
37. Guatemala
38. Honduras
39. Hong Kong
40. Hungary
41. Iceland
42. India
43. Indonesia
44. Iran
45. Ireland
46. Italy
47. Japan
48. Jordan
49. Kazakhstan
50. Kyrgyzstan
51. Laos
52. Latvia
53. Lebanon
54. Liechtenstein
55. Lithuania
56. Luxembourg
57. Macau
58. Macedonia
59. Malaysia
60. Maldives
61. Malta
62. Mauritania
63. Mexico
64. Moldova
65. Monaco
66. Morocco
67. Netherlands
68. New Zealand
69. Nicaragua
70. Norway
71. Panama
72. Paraguay
73. Peru
74. Poland
75. Portugal
76. Romania
77. Russia
78. San Marino
79. Serbia
80. Seychelles
81. Singapore
82. Slovakia
83. Slovenia
84. South Africa
85. South Korea
86. Spain
87. Suriname
88. Sweden
89. Switzerland
90. Taiwan
91. Tajikistan
92. Thailand
93. Tunisia
94. Turkey
95. Turkmenistan
96. Ukraine
97. United Kingdom
98. United States of America
99. Uruguay
100. Uzbekistan
101. Vatican City
102. Venezuela
103. Vietnam

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Traditional caps, fabrics, and lamps at a souk in Muscat

Did your country make the list? If you’re fortunate enough to travel to Oman, you can visit historic cities such as Muscat and Salalah, witness marvels of Islamic architecture such as the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and The Royal Opera House, soak up the views at Wadi Ghul, which is frequently called the “Grand Canyon of Arabia,” or explore the famous Muttrah Souk — a vibrant bazaar that sells everything from silver jewellery to textiles to Arabian lamps. Offering natural wonders and cultural immersions in plenty, Oman is an off-the-beaten-path destination worthy of anyone’s post-pandemic travel plans.

For more information on travel requirements related to COVID-19, visit the official website of Oman Airports.