Oman•AsiaVaries
25 OMR
1 month
No
Not Required
Not Specified
No
Not Required
Temporary visa for crew members aboard cruise ships to enter Oman for employment-related responsibilities during port stays.
The Cruise Ship Crew Visa is a temporary entry permit designed to allow personnel working on cruise vessels to disembark and enter Oman while their ship is docked. Recognizing the unique needs of maritime staff who may require shore leave or transit, this visa category fills a specific gap in the immigration framework for non-passenger cruise personnel. It is part of Oman's broader initiative to support the logistics of the cruise industry, ensuring that crew members can legally enter the country for the duration of the ship's port call.
This visa is intended for crew members who are actively serving on a cruise ship visiting an Omani port. Applicants must hold a valid seaman's book and be sponsored by the cruise ship's local maritime agent. The visa is distinctive because it provides a regulated, temporary status specifically for maritime professionals, acknowledging their role in the cruise industry. It requires the applicant to be outside the Sultanate when the agent submits the application, ensuring compliance with national security and border control protocols.
10-day visa | 5 OMR |
30-day visa | 20 OMR |
| Initial grant | 1 month |
Must be a passenger or crew member of a cruise ship.
Must be outside the Sultanate at the time of application.
Must hold a valid passport (minimum 6 months validity).
Must be sponsored by a registered maritime/shipping agent in Oman.
Must hold a seaman's book (for crew members).
Entry must be completed within 30 days of visa issuance.
Education
none or higher
Copy of valid passport.
Confirmed cruise itinerary.
Seaman's book (for crew).
Sponsorship details provided by the maritime agent.
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