Oman Sets Four Key Conditions for Foreign Work Visas

The Sultanate of Oman has established four key requirements for foreign nationals applying for work visas. First, the sponsor must be a local, fully qualified individual who is responsible for the accuracy of the application details.

Second, the foreign worker must be at least 21 years old. Third, the gender of the sponsored individual must match the gender indicated on the work permit issued by the Ministry of Labour.

Fourth, the profession listed on the work permit must be identical to that on the visa application form. Additionally, employers, unless they are government entities, must obtain a license from the Ministry of Labour to sponsor a foreign worker.

Applicants are also required to submit specific supporting documents, including a passport copy, a personal photograph, a copy of the work permit, and an examination copy. The application process consists of three stages: submission, review, and issuance of the visa, designed to be efficient if all conditions and documentation are correctly met.