Ghana Misses Out As Oman Introduces Free 14-Day Tourist Visa for Travellers From 103 Countries

• Oman announced a free 14-day tourist visa policy aimed at drawing more international visitors to the Gulf nation
• The UAE Times reported the new entry permit applies to eligible travellers from 103 countries
• Ghana is among the countries whose citizens do not qualify for Oman's new free-visitor visa arrangement

Oman has launched a free 14-day tourist visa for eligible travellers from 103 countries, as the Gulf nation moves to strengthen its tourism sector and attract a broader pool of international visitors.

The UAE Times reported the announcement on Tuesday, August 3, 2026, sharing the news across its social media platforms.

The Oman authorities introduced the new rule as part of amendments to certain provisions of the executive regulations of the Foreigners' Residence Law in the Sultanate.

What Oman's new visa policy offers

Under Oman's visa-free entry rules, qualifying visitors can enter the Sultanate at no cost for up to two weeks, with the opportunity to experience the country's diverse landscapes, including its mountain ranges, coastline, and cultural sites.

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The famous Salalah Khareef season, a popular monsoon-period festival drawing large numbers of tourists each year, is among the attractions the policy is designed to promote.

Travellers who wish to stay beyond the initial 14-day window can extend their visit by switching to a different tourist visa category before the free permit expires.

Countries eligible for Oman's 14-day visa-free entry

Oman's new 14-day visa-free entry applies to travellers from a wide range of countries across Europe, Africa, North America, Asia and Oceania.

However, travellers must meet specific conditions to qualify for visa-free entry.

These typically include a valid passport with at least six months’ validity, confirmed hotel reservations, a return or onwards ticket, and proof of sufficient funds for the duration of the stay.

According to the Oman Foreign Ministry, the countries covered by this exemption are divided into two groups.

First group

1. Albania
2. Andorra
3. Argentina
4. Armenia
5. Australia
6. Austria
7. Belarus
8. Belgium
9. Bolivia
10. Bosnia and Herzegovina
11. Brazil
12. Brunei Darussalam
13. Bulgaria
14. Canada
15. Chile
16. China (includes Hong Kong and Macau)
17. Colombia
18. Croatia
19. Cyprus
20. Czech Republic
21. Denmark
22. Ecuador
23. Estonia
24. Finland
25. France
26. French Guinea
27. Georgia
28. Germany
29. Greece
30. Hungary
31. Iceland
32. Indonesia
33. Iran
34. Ireland
35. Italy
36. Japan
37. Kazakhstan
38. Latvia
39. Lebanon
40. Liechtenstein
41. Lithuania
42. Luxembourg
43. Macedonia
44. Malaysia
45. Malta
46. Mauritius
47. Moldova
48. Monaco
49. Netherlands
50. New Zealand
51. Norway
52. Paraguay
53. Philippines
54. Poland
55. Portugal
56. Romania
57. Russia
58. San Marino
59. Serbia
60. Seychelles
61. Singapore
62. Slovakia
63. Slovenia
64. South Africa
65. South Korea
66. Spain
67. Suriname
68. Sweden
69. Switzerland
70. Thailand
71. Turkey
72. Ukraine
73. United Kingdom
74. United States
75. Uruguay
76. Uzbekistan
77. Vatican
78. Venezuela

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Second group

1. Algeria
2. Azerbaijan
3. Bhutan
4. Costa Rica
5. Cuba
6. Egypt
7. El Salvador
8. Guatemala
9. Honduras
10. India
11. Jordan
12. Kyrgyzstan
13. Laos
14. Maldive Islands
15. Mauritania
16. Mexico
17. Morocco
18. Nicaragua
19. Panama
20. Peru
21. Tajikistan
22. Tunisia
23. Turkmenistan
24. Vietnam

Citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, the Kingdom of Bahrain, the State of Kuwait, the State of Qatar, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates do not require visas to enter Oman.

Ghana not included in eligible countries

Despite Oman's new immigration policy's wide reach, not all African nations have made the list.

Ghana is among the countries whose citizens do not qualify for the free visa arrangement, meaning Ghanaian travellers will still need to go through standard visa application procedures to visit Oman.

The policy is part of a broader push by Oman to position itself as a competitive destination in the regional and global tourism market.

The Facebook post announcing Oman's new 14-day visa-free travel for tourists is below:

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Ireland lists 22 visa-free-eligible countries

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported on Ireland's published official list of 22 visa-free countries whose nationals can enter the country without a visa for up to 90 days.

Notably, the absence of African nations on this list raises questions about accessibility and equality in international travel.

Source: YEN.com.gh