Want to travel to Oman? New visa rule means your next vacation just got 50% more expensive
The Omani government just dropped a surprise that will hit your wallet hard. Starting next month, tourist visa fees for U.S. and European passport holders are doubling from $20 to $30 per entry, with express processing fees tripling from $10 to $30. That means a family of four is now looking at an extra $80 to $120 in hidden costs just to walk through Muscat's airport. But here's the kicker: the new rules also require all visitors to show proof of hotel bookings and a bank balance of at least $1,000 for the entire trip. If you were planning a last-minute budget escape to Oman's pristine beaches or the Wahiba Sands, you'll need to rethink your finances or risk being denied entry. Travel experts are already warning that this could slash spontaneous tourism by 30% and make Oman one of the Gulf's priciest destinations for everyday Americans. Your wallet just took a hit—and there's no refund on those non-refundable flights.