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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do United Arab Emirates citizens need a visa for Oman?

Visa-free

Citizens of United Arab Emirates can visit Oman visa-free. Just a valid passport at the border.

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Visa-free
United Arab Emirates → Oman
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United Arab Emirates vs Oman: passport comparison

United Arab Emirates

128

visa-free countries

Global rank: #1 · mobility 172.7

Oman

46

visa-free countries

Global rank: #111 · mobility 98
45

countries both United Arab Emirates and Oman can enter visa-free together

United Arab Emirates + Oman: passport compatibility

53%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where United Arab Emirates and Oman travel together — by entry type:

45 both visa-free
27 both visa on arrival
20 both e-visa / eTA
13 both need a visa
92 access differs

Where United Arab Emirates and Oman can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

How the entry rule changed: United Arab Emirates → Oman

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The United Arab Emirates → Oman rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

3rule changes for the United Arab Emirates passport, 3 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Oman: good to know

Muscat

Capital

Omani Rial (OMR)

Currency

Gulf Standard Time (UTC+4)

Time zone

+968

Calling code

Where else United Arab Emirates goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Oman

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa-free

No visa needed for the stay

Frequently asked

Do United Arab Emirates citizens need a visa for Oman?
Citizens of United Arab Emirates can visit Oman visa-free. Just a valid passport at the border.
Which passport is stronger — United Arab Emirates or Oman?
The United Arab Emirates passport is stronger: 128 visa-free countries versus 46. Global rank: United Arab Emirates #1, Oman #111.
Where can United Arab Emirates and Oman citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 45 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Oman?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between United Arab Emirates and Oman?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

United Arab Emirates passport ranking

Where else the United Arab Emirates passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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