Oman

Schengen Visas: EU opens door to visa-free travel for five Gulf countries

Schengen Visas: EU opens door to visa-free travel for five Gulf countries

The Council of the European Union adopted five sets of conclusions on October 19, 2026, paving the way for a potential Schengen visa waiver for citizens of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar. Any move toward visa-free travel, however, remains subject to several conditions.

Traveling to Oman: visa-free or e-Visa? What you need to know before you go

Traveling to Oman: visa-free or e-Visa? What you need to know before you go

Visiting Oman has never been easier. With a visa-free policy for many nationalities and a convenient online e-Visa system, the Sultanate is opening its doors to more travelers than ever before. Once considered a hidden gem tucked between desert and sea, the Sultanate of Oman is now gaining popularity among