Indian Visa for Omani Citizens
Omani residents can travel to India using an eVisa. A journey to India can be made for various reasons with an Indian e-visa, such as short-term conferences, yoga or cooking classes or programs, get-togethers with friends and family, medical care, or even recreational activities.
Types of e-Visas required to enter India from Oman
The Indian e-Visa for Omani Citizens is a formal document that allows citizens and residents of Oman to enter India. The Omani Citizens can choose one of the e-Visa listed below according to their purpose:
- Indian Tourist e-Visa
- Indian Business e-Visa
- Indian Medical e-Visa
- Indian Medical Attendant e-Visa
- Indian E-Conference Visa
Let’s discuss them in detail.
Tourist e-Visa
3 kinds of tourist e-Visas are there:
- 30 days- double entry allowed
- 1 year - multiple entries allowed, continuous stay up to 90 days
- 5 years- multiple entries allowed, continuous stay up to 90 days
Business e-Visa
- 1-year validity
- Multiple entries allowed
- Stay up to 180 days
Medical e-Visa
- 60-days validity
- Triple entry allowed
Medical Attendant e-Visa
- 60- days validity
- Triple entry allowed
- 2 attendants per patient
E- Conference Visa
- 30-days validity
- Single entry
Obtaining an Indian e-Visa for Omani Citizens is a simple process. Simply complete an online application and select an easy payment option.
Documents Omani Citizens Must Submit to Apply for an Indian e-Visa
All necessary documentation should be digital since the entire procedure is done online.
The First Page of Your Original Passport
The first page (bio page) of your passport with your personal information such as name, nationality, date of issue, expiration date, and date of birth can be scanned and saved in any format, and the image size is allowed up to 10MB. If the size exceeds contact the help desk.
Digital Passport-size Photo
Your digital passport-size photo can be in any format with a size of about 10 MB. If the file size exceeds, the applicant can send the photo to us.
An Email Address
The applicant should have a working email ID. The Indian e-Visa for Omani Citizens will only be sent to your email.
Financial Proof
Bank statements or Paychecks can be submitted.
A Debit or Credit Card
The applicant should have a debit or credit card to pay the application & visa fee.
In addition to the items listed above, the following additional documents are required to obtain other e-Visas:
Business e-Visa
For business purposes, you must upload your business card and the data of the Indian firm or company you wish to associate yourself with, as well as the business invitation letter.
Medical e-Visa
A copy of a letter on letterhead from the relevant Indian hospital, stating the patient's name, nationality, passport number, and estimated date of admission or treatment in the facility, is provided.
Medical attendant e-Visa
- Evidence of the applicant’s relationship with the patient
- The patient's Indian medical care documents
- Documents to prove that the applicant is escorting a patient.
E-Conference Visa
- The organizer's invitation (mandatory)
- Political clearance from India's Ministry of External Affairs (mandatory)
- Event approval from India's Ministry of Home Affairs (optional)
The Authorized Entry Ports for Indian e-Visa Holders
Travelers with an Indian e-Visa can only enter India by air or sea. They have the option to depart by land, rail, sea, or air. The immigration checkpoints at the entry and exit undergo a periodic updation. Check frequently.
What's the duration of the e-visa processing process?
The application form can be completed in 15-20 minutes, after which an expert reviews the visa to ensure the application is error-free. The decision on the application is made within 3-4 working days, or 24 hours in an emergency. If accepted, your Indian e-visa for Omani Citizens is emailed, and the traveler should carry a physical copy to the airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Validity of the Indian e-Visa for Omani Citizens?
The validity depends upon the type of e-Visa chosen by the applicant. Also, it is important to remember that the validity also depends upon the expiration of the applicant’s passport.
- Tourist e-Visa – 30 days validity, 1 year validity and 5 years validity.
- Business e-Visa - 1-year validity
- Medical e-Visa - 60 days validity
- Medical attendant e- Visa- 60 days validity
- E- conference visa- 30 days validity
What is the duration required to process an Indian e-Visa for Omani Citizens?
The applicant can complete the application form within 15-20 minutes. Following a review of the application, within three to four business days or twenty-four hours in an emergency, the application gets approved. The applicant must carry a hard copy of the e-Visa to the airport.
What are the necessary documents needed to complete the process?
- Scanned PDF Copy of the bio page of your passport
- Digital passport-size photo
- Valid email id
- Debit/ Credit card
Additional requirements for specific e-Visa:
Business e-Visa
- Business card
- Business invitation letter
- Details of the visiting Indian company
Medical e-Visa
- Letter & Documents from the Indian hospital
Medical attendant e-Visa
- Proof of relationship with the patient
- Confirmation of the escorting role
- Patient’s medical records
E-Conference Visa
- Political clearance
- Conference invitation letter
- Event approval
If I wish to stay longer than the permitted duration of time, can I extend my Indian eVisa?
Except for medical e-Visas, Indian e-visas are not extendable. In the case of a medical e-Visa, an extension of up to six months may be given on an individual basis.
What should I do If I face any difficulties during the application process?
Our Indian e-Visa Help Desk can help you. You can submit your queries online or via email.
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