Sponsoring family in Oman
Salary threshold, documents and process.
In short
Expats earning OMR 150 or more (higher in practice for many professions) can sponsor spouse and children. Applications go through ROP eVisa.
- Salary
- OMR 150+
- Portal
- ROP eVisa
- Fee
- about OMR 30
- Processing
- 1–2 weeks
Step by step
Tick each step as you finish it. Open a step to see what to do.
- 2–4 weeks
Documents checklist
Do’s and don’ts
Do
- Renew with your card
Don’t
- Don’t overstay
Cost estimator
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Watch out
- Some jobs list a higher threshold internally.
Common questions
Can spouse work?
With a separate work visa.
Official links
Background and more detail
Expats earning OMR 150 or more (higher in practice for many professions) can sponsor spouse and children. Applications go through ROP eVisa.
Key facts
- Salary: OMR 150+
- Portal: ROP eVisa
- Fee: about OMR 30
- Processing: 1–2 weeks
Steps
- Attest certificates
- Apply on eVisa
- Medical and card
Watch out
- Some jobs list a higher threshold internally.
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