Family Reunification in Oman
One documented route of this kind in Oman, with its conditions, documents, official government fees and process.
Family Joining Visa
Allows a qualifying expatriate (senior post per GCC standards, monthly salary not less than OMR 600) to bring a spouse and children under 21 to reside in Oman; also used by foreign wives of Omani citizens.
- Processing time
- Generally a few weeks
- Validity
- 2 years, renewable; multi-entry
- Language requirement
- No language certificate needed
- Permanent residence
- No statutory PR
- Citizenship
- Relaxed naturalisation provisions for spouses/widows/divorcees of Omanis under the 2025 Nationality Law; otherwise the general 15-20 year rule
Requirements
- Sponsor holds a senior-grade post with monthly salary not less than OMR 600
- Suitable accommodation in sponsor's or employer's name
- Authenticated marriage certificate (spouse) / proof of relationship (children)
- Bank statements evidencing salary
- Children under 21
Required Documents
- Passport valid 6+ months required
- Two 6x4 cm photographs required
- Authenticated marriage certificate (for spouse) required
- Salary bank statements / employment verification required
- Residential lease agreement required
- Medical certificate (nationals of specified countries)
Official fees
- Family joining visa fee 30 OMR
- Late renewal/registration fine 50 OMR
Process Steps
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1
Confirm eligibility
Sponsor confirms senior-grade status and minimum salary (not less than OMR 600) and suitable housing.
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2
Gather documents
Prepare authenticated marriage certificate, salary statements, lease and photos.
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3
Apply to ROP
File the Family Joining Visa application with the Royal Oman Police.
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4
Entry and medical
Family enters Oman; complete medical exam where required.
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5
Residence card
Obtain Resident ID cards for dependants.