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Oman-Russia mutual visa exemption to take effect soon, says Foreign Ministry

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that the mutual visa exemption agreement between the Sultanate of Oman and the Russian Federation will come into effect once both countries complete the necessary legal procedures.

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Tuesday, May 13, 2025

MUSCAT : The agreement will allow holders of ordinary passports from both nations to travel without a visa.

The Ministry confirmed that the official implementation date will be announced through its verified channels. Until then, Omani citizens traveling to Russia are required to obtain a visa in advance.

“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is pleased to inform the honorable Omani citizens that the mutual visa exemption agreement between the Sultanate of Oman and the Russian Federation will enter into force upon completion of the necessary procedures by both parties. The date of implementation of this exemption will be announced through the official channels of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Pending the official announcement, holders of ordinary passports wishing to travel to the Russian Federation are requested to obtain a visa in advance,” states the Ministry announcement.

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