Yes, Omani citizens need a visa for Vietnam. Oman is not on Vietnam’s visa exemption list, so the easiest choice is the Vietnam visa for Omani citizens issued online: a 90-day e-visa costing US$25 for single entry or US$50 for multiple entry, usually ready in about 3 working days.
Relations are moving forward. At their fifth round of political consultations in Hanoi in November 2026, Vietnam announced its decision to open an embassy in Muscat. This page covers the e-visa, how the Friday–Saturday weekend affects processing, timing around National Day and Ramadan, flights, business links, costs and the embassies.
Vietnam visa for Omani citizens: quick facts (November 2026)
- Visa needed: yes. Oman is not on Vietnam’s visa exemption list.
- Best option: e-visa, up to 90 days, single or multiple entry, US$25 or US$50.
- Processing: about 3 working days, Monday to Friday on Hanoi time.
- Passport: valid at least 6 months after arrival. The Omani ID card is not accepted.
- Time difference: Vietnam is 3 hours ahead of Muscat.
- Embassies: Oman in Hanoi; Vietnam plans to open an embassy in Muscat.
How many Omani visitors go to Vietnam
Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security counted 839 arrivals from Oman in 2019. The number fell to 16 in 2021, when Vietnam’s borders were closed, and recovered to 265 in 2022. In January 2023, 51 Omanis arrived.
Vietnam visa for Omani citizens: your options
| Option | Length | Government fee | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-entry e-visa | Up to 90 days | US$25 | One holiday or one business trip |
| Multiple-entry e-visa | Up to 90 days | US$50 | Several trips, or side trips to Cambodia or Thailand |
| Visa on arrival (approval letter) | As stated on the letter | US$25 / US$50 cash + letter fee | Some urgent air arrivals |
| Phu Quoc exemption | Up to 30 days | Free | Phu Quoc island only |
Business links between Oman and Vietnam
The two countries have worked together on investment for years, for example through Vietnam Oman Investment, a joint fund set up by their state investment bodies. In November 2026, they also discussed cooperation in information technology, tourism and energy, and explored better air and logistics links. For repeated business trips within 90 days, a multiple-entry e-visa (US$50) is usually the best choice; for a long-term job, the employer must arrange a work permit and a work visa.
Living in Oman with another passport?
This page is for Omani citizens. If you live in Oman on another passport, the rules for that nationality apply, not your residence card. Travelers from India or the Philippines need an e-visa, while passports from Pakistan, Bangladesh and several other countries currently cannot get a Vietnam visa; see our page on nationalities that cannot get a Vietnam visa right now.
How to apply for a Vietnam visa as an Omani citizen
- Check your passport. It must be valid for at least six months after arrival, with blank pages.
- Copy the English spelling of your name from the passport, including parts such as “bin” or “Al”, in the same split between surname and given names.
- Prepare a 4×6 cm portrait on a white background, no glasses, plus a full scan of the data page. See our Vietnam visa photo guide.
- Apply on evisa.gov.vn or through our service if you want your form checked before it is sent.
- Choose single or multiple entry and your entry gate from the list of e-visa ports of entry.
When to apply: weekends, National Day and Ramadan
Vietnam is 3 hours ahead of Oman all year. Oman’s weekend is Friday and Saturday, while Vietnam’s immigration office works Monday to Friday, so Friday is a working day in Vietnam but Sunday is not. For example, if you apply on Thursday afternoon in Muscat, Friday counts as your first working day. Read more in our Vietnam visa processing time guide.
- National Day (20 November): a popular time for short trips. Apply at least 2 weeks before.
- Ramadan, Eid and Tet in 2027: Ramadan is expected to begin around 8 February 2027, two days after Vietnam’s Tet starts. Processing slows or pauses around Tet; in 2026 the pause ran from 14 to 22 February. So for an Eid al-Fitr trip in March, apply in January.
- Flights: there are no direct flights. Most travelers connect in Doha, Dubai or Abu Dhabi, which has a direct Etihad flight to Hanoi, or in Bangkok.
How much does a Vietnam visa for Omani citizens cost
The government fee is US$25 for single entry and US$50 for multiple entry, the same for every nationality. Omani bank cards usually pay in US dollars without problems, although your bank may add a foreign-transaction fee. With a service, you pay the government fee plus a service fee, and the full total appears before payment. Compare all routes in our Vietnam visa cost guide.
Embassies covering both countries
Vietnam for Oman. Until the new embassy in Muscat opens, Vietnam’s ambassador to Oman is non-resident; the current ambassador presented his credentials in September 2025. You do not need an embassy for an e-visa.
Embassy of Oman in Hanoi. Contact it if you lose your passport or need consular help during your trip.
Worked examples
- Family from Muscat, 10 days in Hanoi and Ha Long Bay over National Day: one single-entry e-visa per person (US$25 each), connecting through Abu Dhabi.
- Investor from Sohar visiting partners twice in 2 months: one multiple-entry e-visa (US$50) covering both trips within 90 days.
- Couple flying directly to Phu Quoc for a week: no visa needed under the 30-day Phu Quoc exemption, as long as they stay on the island.
FAQ: Vietnam visa for Omani citizens
Do Omani citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. Oman is not on Vietnam’s visa exemption list, so you need an e-visa or another visa.
Is there a Vietnamese embassy in Oman?
Not yet. Vietnam decided in November 2026 to open one in Muscat. For most trips, apply for the e-visa online.
Can I get a visa on arrival?
Only with an approval letter arranged before the flight, and only at international airports. See our guide to Vietnam visa on arrival.
Do I need the Digital Arrival Card?
If you land in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, Phu Quoc or Cam Ranh, submit the free card within 72 hours before arrival. It is not a visa. Learn more about the Vietnam e-visa.
Sources: Vietnam Government Resolutions 44/NQ-CP, 229/NQ-CP, 127/NQ-CP and 389/NQ-CP; Vietnam Ministry of Public Security arrival figures; Oman Observer (November 2026); Oman Ministry of Foreign Affairs (September 2025). Last reviewed: 9 November 2026. We are an independent visa service, not a government website.
