Visa & Invitation Letter Information
The International Conference on Engineering Advancements, Science and Technology (ICEAST 2025)
Military Technological College, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman 03rd – 06th November 2025
We are delighted to welcome you to Muscat, Sultanate of Oman, for ICEAST 2025. To facilitate your travel, please find below essential visa guidance and instructions for requesting an official Conference Invitation Letter (if required).
Visa Information for Visitors to Oman
Oman offers multiple entry routes depending on nationality, residence status, and travel purpose. Please review the categories below to determine your eligibility:
1. Visa-Free Entry
- GCC Citizens (Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE):
- No visa required.
- Entry allowed with a valid passport or national ID.
- Citizens of ~100 Countries (14-day stay) including:
- Europe: EU/Schengen states, UK, Russia
- Americas: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, etc.
- Asia-Pacific: Japan, South Korea, China (incl. HK/Macau), Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, etc.
- Conditions: Must show hotel booking, return ticket, health insurance, and proof of funds.
2. Visa on Arrival (VOA)
- Eligible for many nationalities such as USA, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, Japan, and others.
- Valid for 30 days and extendable once.
- Many of these nationalities may also apply for an eVisa instead of VOA.
3. GCC Resident Permit Holders (non-GCC citizens)
- Nationals of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Philippines, Egypt, Jordan, and others with a valid GCC resident permit (minimum 6 months validity).
- Eligible for VOA or eVisa.
- Special Notes:
- India & Pakistan: VOA/eVisa possible if holding valid US, UK, Schengen, Japan, or Canadian visas/residencies.
- Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Bhutan: Must obtain eVisa in advance, unless GCC residents.
- Afghanistan: Only embassy-issued visas permitted.
For the latest and most accurate information, always consult:
- Foreign Ministry of Oman: fm.gov.om/visitors/entry-visas
- Royal Oman Police (ROP) Visa Website: evisa.rop.gov.om/en/types-of-visa
Requesting a Conference Invitation Letter
If you require an official MTC Invitation Letter to support your visa application, you may fill out the following form:
General Requirements:
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date, as required by the Royal Oman Police.
Pre-request requirement:
- You must register first on the conference website https://conf.mtc.edu.om/ to be able to get the invitation letter.
Contact & Assistance
For any inquiries or assistance, please contact the ICEAST 2025 Conference Management Team:
- Tel: +968 22091566
- Email: iceast.visa@mtc.edu.om
We look forward to welcoming you to Muscat in November 2025!