Oman

Required documents

• Passport: Must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay and have at least two blank visa pages.

• Passport-style photos: Recent photos with a white background.

• Employment contract: Signed offer letter and employment contract from your Oman employer.

• Degree/diploma: A certified copy of your degree or professional certificate that relates to your job title.

• Police clearance certificate: From your country of residence, proving you have no criminal record.

• Medical report: Completed by a doctor from an approved Wafid medical clinic, covering required tests like HIV, hepatitis B, and C.

• Work permit: Your Oman employer will initiate this process with the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

• Completed visa application form: With any necessary reference numbers from your employer.

• CV and Cover Letter: A concise cover letter and your updated CV are often required.

• Professional licenses: For certain professions like doctors, nurses, or engineers, professional licenses are needed.

• Experience letters: Letters from previous employers on company letterhead detailing your roles and dates.

Important steps

• Secure a job offer: A Oman employer must sponsor your visa and initiate the work permit process.

• Get documents attested: Your degree/diploma and potentially other documents like your employment contract need to be attested or legalized by the relevant authorities in your home country and the Oman Cultural Mission.

• Get a medical check-up: Complete a medical exam at an approved clinic after you have the work permit and are preparing your application.

• Submit your application: The employer will provide a work permit number. You can then submit your application through a visa service center or directly to the embassy.