Oman Sets Salary Requirement for Family Joining Visa

The Oman government has officially announced that foreign nationals must earn a minimum monthly salary of RO600 (N2,072,048) to qualify for a family joining visa. This requirement is detailed on the government’s official website.

However, meeting the salary threshold is not the only criterion; applicants must also fulfill two additional conditions. Firstly, the expatriate spouse must hold a senior position recognized under GCC employment standards.

Secondly, the expatriate must reside in a rented accommodation that is either in their own name or in the name of their employer. All three conditions must be met simultaneously, meaning that an applicant who meets the salary requirement but fails to satisfy the job seniority or housing criteria will be ineligible for the visa.

This salary benchmark represents a significant financial threshold for Nigerians and other Africans working in Oman, especially considering the current naira-to-rial exchange rate.