Oman visa renewal and cancellation

Renewing a residence visa

1. Check that the company's CR, chamber membership and lease are valid; renew them first if needed.
2. Renew the work permit with the Ministry of Labour for employees.
3. Complete the medical test where required for renewal.
4. Renew the resident card through the ROP.
5. Update health insurance where applicable.

Start renewals at least a month before expiry. After expiry, daily or monthly fines can apply, and an expired residence affects banking, travel and other government services.

Cancelling a residence visa

Cancellation is needed when:

• An employee resigns or is terminated
• A shareholder leaves the company
• Dependants leave Oman permanently
• The company is closed. See company liquidation.

Steps: final settlement and end-of-service calculation, work permit cancellation with the Ministry of Labour, resident card cancellation with the ROP, and exit from Oman or transfer to a new sponsor within the permitted time.

Employer duties

• Keep track of every employee's permit and resident card expiry
• Do not let staff stay on expired residence
• Report absconding employees through the proper channels
• Settle final dues through WPS

Our PRO service maintains a renewal calendar for every employee.

Renewal timeline

Why renewals fail

• The company's CR, municipality licence or lease has expired.
• Unpaid fines on the company or the employee.
• Changes in occupation or salary not updated with the Ministry of Labour.

How we help

For the companies we manage, our PRO service tracks every resident's expiry date, renews on time and handles cancellations when staff leave or the company closes. Read Oman visa cancellation rules and how to renew a resident visa.

Frequently asked questions

What happens if my Oman visa expires?

Fines accrue for overstaying, and you may have difficulty with travel, banking and government services until the status is regularised.

How long does visa renewal take?

Usually a few working days to two weeks, provided the company's documents are valid.

Can I transfer my visa to a new employer?

Yes. Transfers to a new employer are possible under Ministry of Labour rules, typically at the end of the contract or with the required approvals.

Does a company need to cancel visas before closing?

Yes. All residence visas sponsored by the company must be cancelled or transferred before the company can be liquidated.