Category: Family / Spouse / Dependent Visa
Overview: The Oman Family/Spouse/Dependent Visa allows expatriate residents in Oman to sponsor their immediate family (spouse, children under 21, and sometimes parents) to live with them. This visa facilitates family reunification, ensuring dependents can reside legally alongside the primary sponsor.
Eligibility: Sponsor must be an expatriate with a valid work permit, holding a residency permit and meeting minimum salary requirements. Dependents must be immediate family (spouse, children under 21). Specific documents and medical checks are mandatory.
Processing Time: ~45 days
Visa Duration: 24 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: Yes
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: No
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.rop.gov.om/
Summary: Allows expatriate residents in Oman to sponsor immediate family (spouse, children under 21) for residency. Requires sponsor to have a valid work permit and meet minimum salary criteria, facilitating family reunification and a stable family life.