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Bahamian passport ยท policy checked 11 Jul 2026

e-Visa

Apply online - no embassy visit. Nationalities not qualifying for visa-free entry may apply for an e-visa through the official Royal Oman Police e-visa portal evisa.rop.gov.om.

30

days

on a tourist visa

5

OMR ยท visa fee

about $13

14

visa types

published by Oman

Online

apply before travel

Policy note

The portal lists visa categories including Tourist Visit (Unsponsored and Sponsored), Resident Sponsored, and Visit Sponsored.

Specific eligible nationalities are determined via the interactive eligibility wizard on the portal.

How Bahamian citizens apply for a Oman visa

  1. Apply online before travel and carry the approval. Apply here โ†—

Oman visa cost for Bahamian citizens

OMR 5

Tourist eVisa (Unsponsored) - 10 Day

  • Tourist eVisa (Unsponsored) - 10 Day

    10 days, single entry

    OMR 5

  • Tourist eVisa (Unsponsored) - 30 Day Single Entry

    30 days, single entry

    OMR 20

  • Tourist eVisa (Unsponsored) - 1 Year Multiple Entry

    1 year, multiple entry, 30 days per visit

    OMR 50

Oman visa types for Bahamian citizens

GCC Resident Tourist Visa (Type 29A)Tourist

28 dayssingle entryonline

Allows any foreign national holding a valid GCC country residence permit with an approved profession to visit Oman for tourism.

Fee is OMR 5 (approximately USD 13). Available at Oman airports and land borders (on arrival) or via evisa.rop.gov.om. Requires valid GCC residence permit with approved profession and minimum 3 months validity. Companion visa (Type 29B) also available. GCC resident must hold one of 139 approved professions.

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One Year Tourist Visit Visa (Multiple Entry)Tourist

30 daysmultiple entryvalid 365donline

Multiple-entry tourist visa allowing repeated visits to Oman over one year for tourism and leisure.

Fee is OMR 50 (approx. USD 130). Valid one year from issuance with multiple entries; each stay in Oman must not exceed one month (30 days). Applicant must be outside Oman when applying and hold no other valid Oman visa. Passport valid 6+ months required. Applied via the ROP eVisa portal / gov.om.

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Qatar-Oman Joint Tourist VisaTourist

online

Allows foreign tourists holding a valid Qatar tourist visa to enter Oman when arriving directly from Qatar, at no additional fee.

No fee (0 OMR). Applicant must be a national of a country eligible for the Qatar-Oman Joint Tourist Visa, hold a valid Qatar entry visa, and arrive in Oman directly from Qatar (no intervening country). Only a valid passport is required. Applied via the ROP eVisa portal / gov.om.

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Tourist Visit Visa (Sponsored)Tourist

30 dayssingle entryvalid 30donline

For foreign nationals visiting Oman for tourism where a licensed tourism company or local sponsor in Oman acts as sponsor.

Falls under the 'Visit Sponsored' visa class on the ROP eVisa platform. Enables tourists of all nationalities to obtain a tourism visa valid 30 days, extendable for a similar period, sponsored by a company licensed to practice tourism activities. Issued as 10-day (OMR 5, approx. USD 13) or 30-day (OMR 20, approx. USD 52); the 30-day fee is shown here. Applied for via gov.om / evisa.rop.gov.om.

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Tourist Visit Visa (Unsponsored)Tourist

30 dayssingle entryonline

For foreign nationals visiting Oman for tourism without a local sponsor. The standard tourist visa applied for online through the ROP eVisa portal.

Falls under the 'Visit Unsponsored' visa class on the ROP eVisa platform. Issued as a 10-day single-entry (OMR 5, approx. USD 13) or 30-day single-entry (OMR 20, approx. USD 52) visa; the 30-day fee is shown here. The fm.gov.om entry-visas page describes this as 'usually appropriate' for tourists. Applied for at evisa.rop.gov.om. Eligibility depends on nationality; check evisa.rop.gov.om/visa-eligibility.

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Airport Transit VisaTransit

3 dayssingle entryonline

For passengers transiting through Oman's airports on flights passing through the Sultanate; obtained by the airline on the passenger's behalf.

Fee is OMR 5 (approx. USD 13). Maximum stay up to 72 hours. The application must be submitted by the airline company; all passengers' passports must be valid at least 6 months. Applied via the ROP eVisa portal / gov.om.

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Land Transit VisaTransit

online

Permits the holder to travel through Oman to and from neighboring countries via designated land ports.

Fee is OMR 5 (approx. USD 13). Requires a passport copy, personal photograph, an entry visa for the neighboring country or valid residency, and a request letter. Applied via the ROP eVisa portal / gov.om.

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Emergency VisaMedical

online

For foreign nationals needing to enter Oman for a short period due to medical reasons or other urgent situations; submitted by a local employer.

Fee is OMR 15 (approx. USD 39). Covers entry for medical reasons or other urgent situations. The visa must be applied for by a local employer in Oman, not the individual directly. Requires passport valid 6+ months, passport copy, and a digital photo. Administered by the Royal Oman Police via gov.om.

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Family Joining VisaFamily

online

Allows family members of foreign nationals legally residing in Oman to join their resident sponsor.

Listed as a distinct visa category by the Royal Oman Police. Falls under the 'Resident Sponsored' visa class. Specific fee, duration, and detailed eligibility requirements were not publicly available on official pages at time of research. Managed via the ROP eVisa portal.

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Student VisaStudent

online

For foreign nationals enrolling in educational institutions in Oman, requiring a local sponsor (typically the educational institution).

Listed as a distinct visa category by the Royal Oman Police. Falls under the 'Resident Sponsored' visa class. Specific fee, duration, and detailed eligibility requirements were not publicly available on official pages at time of research. Managed via the ROP eVisa portal.

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Employment Contracting VisaWork

online

A visa category for foreign nationals entering Oman under an employment contracting arrangement.

Listed as a distinct visa category by the Royal Oman Police alongside Work Visa, Temporary Work Visa, Family Joining Visa, and Student Visa. Specific fee, duration, and detailed eligibility requirements were not publicly available on official pages at time of research. Managed via the ROP eVisa portal with PRO accreditation.

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Temporary Work VisaWork

online

A short-term work visa for foreign nationals coming to Oman for temporary employment or project-based work.

Listed as a distinct visa category by the Royal Oman Police. Specific fee, duration, and detailed eligibility requirements were not publicly available on official pages at time of research. Managed via the ROP eVisa portal with PRO accreditation.

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Work VisaWork

730 daysmultiple entryvalid 730donline

Granted to foreign nationals coming to Oman for employment at the request and responsibility of an Omani employer (sponsor).

Fee is OMR 20 (approximately USD 52). Valid for 2 years from date of passport stamping. Multi-entry. Applicant must be at least 21 years old. Sponsor must be a locally registered entity with full legal competence. Requires Ministry of Manpower labor permit, valid passport (6+ months), two photographs, and medical certificate for nationals of India, Pakistan, Philippines, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, Syria, Nepal. Monthly fine of OMR 50 for delay in renewal. PRO accreditation required on the eVisa system for work visa applications.

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Oman Golden Residency (10-Year Residency)Investment

multiple entryvalid 3650donline

Long-term renewable residency for international investors, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals investing in Oman through one of seven qualifying routes.

Renewable 10-year residency. Minimum investment approximately OMR 200,000 (approx. USD 520,000). Seven qualifying routes: (1) Real estate in Integrated Tourism Complexes; (2) Company formation in Oman; (3) Government Development Bonds; (4) Muscat Stock Exchange shares; (5) Fixed-term bank deposit (min. 5 years); (6) Owning a company employing 50+ Omani nationals; (7) Nomination under Foreign Capital Investment Law. Benefits include full foreign ownership rights, up to 3 domestic workers, sponsorship of spouse and children, fast-track immigration lanes. No pathway to citizenship.

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Oman visa policy, fees & entry rules in full โ†’

Oman visa for Bahamian citizens - FAQ

Do Bahamian citizens need a visa for Oman?

Yes, but it can be completed entirely online - no embassy visit is required for eligible short-term visits.

What documents do Bahamian citizens need for Oman?

A passport valid well beyond your planned stay (commonly three to six months, depending on the destination), proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific Oman visa category - check the official portal for the exact passport-validity rule.

Check entry with visas you already hold โ†’What โ€œe-visaโ€ means โ†’