# Oman Offers Free 14-Day Visa to Nationals of Over 100 Countries

_Aug 4 23:08_

Tags: Oman Air, Oneworld, Australia, Canada, GCC, Japan, Oman, Schengen Area, UK, US

Oman is introducing a free 14-day visa for nationals of more than 100 countries to boost tourism. Eligible travelers need a confirmed hotel, insurance, and sufficient funds

## Summary

Oman has announced a free 14-day visa for nationals of over 100 countries, aimed at restarting the tourism sector before the fall high season in October. **Eligibility & Requirements:**
* **Group 1:** Nationals of China (including Hong Kong and Macau).
* **Group 2:** Nationals of select countries who are either GCC residents or hold a valid visa for the US, Canada, Australia, the UK, Schengen Area, or Japan.
* **General Requirements:** Passport valid for 6+ months, onward/return ticket, confirmed hotel reservation, health insurance, and sufficient funds.
* **Family:** Spouses and children benefit from the facility even if not nationals of the eligible country.
* **Duration:** 4 days, non-extendable, non-transferable to residence visas. This policy change is relevant to frequent fliers using Oman Air (a Oneworld member) for travel to the Sultanate

## Why it matters

Affects Oman Air loyalty members and route planners.

## Sources cited

- [LoyaltyLobby](https://loyaltylobby.com/2026/08/04/oman-now-offers-free-14-day-visa-to-nationals-of-more-than-100-countries?omhide=true) — Oman Now Offers Free 14-Day Visa To Nationals Of More Than 100 Countries

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