Travelers from Oman can spend up to 90 days in Turkey for business or tourism with the e-Visa. The online Turkey visa for Oman citizens is the fastest and easiest way to obtain the essential entry permit.
This article contains all the information required to travel from Oman to Turkey with an electronic visa. Find out about the Turkey visa requirements and how to complete the online visa application from Oman.
Do Omanis Need a Visa for Turkey?
Yes, Oman passport holders need a visa for Turkey. Travelers visiting for business or tourism can apply for a Turkish visa online.
Turkey e-Visa applicants do not need to visit an embassy or consulate at any point, the process is 100% electronic.
Omanis can obtain a multiple-entry visa for Turkey valid for up to 90 days within 6 months of the first entry.
An embassy visa is required to travel from Oman to Turkey for more than 90 days or for purposes other than business or tourism.
I’m an Oman resident, am I eligible for the Turkish e-Visa?
Visa requirements for Turkey depend on nationality. Foreigners living in Oman can apply for a Turkish e-Visa if they have a passport issued by an eligible country.
Among the largest groups of foreign residents in Oman are from Egypt, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and the Philippines.
Omani residents from each of these countries can apply online for a single-entry visa to stay in Turkey for up to 30 days. Residents from other countries should check the full list of eligible nationalities to find out about the terms of travel to Turkey from Oman.
How to Get a Turkey e-Visa for Omani Citizens?
- Fill out the Turkey e-Visa form from Oman
- Pay the Turkey visa fees for Omanis
- Send the application for review
- On approval, the Turkish visa is sent by email. Most applicants from Oman receive the approved visa in 24 hours, up to 48 hours in some cases. Nevertheless, travelers are advised to allow extra time in case of any delays.
Omanis who need their Turkish visa urgently can use the priority service for guaranteed 1-hour processing.
Documents Required
The following items are required to apply for a Turkey visa from the Sultanate of Oman:
- Oman passport valid for at least 150 days (5 months)
- Debit or credit card to pay the Turkey visa fees for Oman
- Email address to receive the approved eVisa
The same passport must be used to apply for the visa and travel to Turkey. Omanis must enter Turkey for the first time within 180 days of the arrival date indicated.
Turkey e-Visa Application for Omanis
The Turkey e-Visa application form for Omanis is simple to fill out. Basic personal information and passport details are required, including:
- Full name, date of birth, and country of citizenship
- Passport number, issue, and expiry date
- Contact information
There are also some security questions. Omanis are advised to check the information carefully before submitting the application. Errors or missing details could delay processing.
The final step is to pay the e-Visa fees using a debit or credit card. The request can then be submitted for review.
Turkish Entry Requirements for Citizens of Oman
Citizens of Oman need to present the following documents to gain entry to Turkey:
- Passport issued by the Sultanate of Oman, with a blank page
- Approved visa for Turkey
Travel documents are verified by Turkish immigration officials. Holding a valid visa and passport does not guarantee entry. Turkish border authorities have the right to grant or deny entry.
Travelers are advised to check the latest COVID-19 travel measures to Turkey from Oman before planning a trip in 2022.
Travel to Turkey from Oman
The Turkey visa for Oman citizens is multiple-entry: the same visa can be used to travel to Turkey more than once.
The total time spent in Turkey must not exceed 90 days in 6 months (from the date of the first entry).
Traveling from Oman to Turkey by air
The fastest and most convenient way to reach Turkey from Oman is by air.
A direct flight from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Istanbul Airport (IST) takes around 5 hours 20 minutes.
Other, non-direct flight options include:
- Salalah to Ankara
- Sohar to Izmir
- Muscat to Ankara
