Living in Oman
Middle East — Expat guide for moving and living abroad
Country overview
Capital
Muscat
Currency
OMR
Continent
Middle East
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Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Oman.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Oman
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| India | Evisa | 30 days |
| United Arab Emirates | Visa Free | — |
| Saudi Arabia | Visa Free | — |
| Qatar | Visa Free | — |
| Kuwait | Visa Free | — |
| Bahrain | Visa Free | — |
| Israel | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| Taiwan | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| Andorra | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| Dominican Republic | Visa Required | — |
Detailed visa guides for Oman
Monthly costs
Muscat
Rent (center)
800 USD/mo
Groceries
300 USD/mo
Transport
100 USD/mo
Est. Monthly Total
1,280 USD/mo
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Work permits
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Employment Visa
Duration: 2 years, renewable
Employer-sponsored
Salary & tax
Income Tax Range
0% – 0%
Social Security (Employee)
0.07%
No personal income tax. VAT 5% since 2021. Employer-sponsored visas required.
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Insurance
SafetyWing
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Airalo
Oman eSIM data plans from $4.50. Activate before you land — no SIM swap.
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