IndianWanderlust
Indian expat in Oman
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Lives in Muscat
Speaks English, Bengali, Hindi, Oriya
Registration: 28 June 2015
Car - Monthly rental
hello , Is there an option of renting a car on monthly basis in Lagos ? can someone suggest a reputed agency and approximate monthly rates for a SUV please. Thanks in Advance Read More
US visa for expat
The process is much easier compared to India. You just have to complete the online application, make necessary payment and chose a time slot that is available for interview. Once the interview is done , on the 3rd day post interview you can go and ... Read More
Marraige Certificate Attestation by Anand Ranju
Hi, Can anyone tell me what are the attestation procedures for Marraige Certificate to obtain family joining visa in Oman. Thank you all, Anand
No. The Originals need to be submitted. At least when I got mine done, the PRO had taken it to relevant authorities. After processing the same was returned to me . It would be pertinent to check with your PRO if there is a modification in the ... Read More
Accomodation information near Ruwi.
Hello Krishan, There are plenty of accomodation available in Ruwi and the good news for you is ...over the last 2 / 3 years , the rentals actually have come down mainly for 2 reasons. 1. Most of the offices have shifted from Ruwi 2. The expat ... Read More
Clarity on Documents required for Family Visa by GuestPoster763
Hai all , From the discussions i read here , i still have some doubts on one documents that is bank statement. 1 . A new employee who want to bring the family here , how this 3 months bank statement will work out? 2. Some members from this group ...
Dear babakalyani, What you read in ROP website is obviously right and the rule. Having said that, you will hear and experience scenarios which DO NOT adhere to rules. I can actually quote many such differences. Well, even if thousands of ... Read More
Documents for family visa by GuestPoster763
Iam new to oman , my employemnet visa process is almost over , i am planning to bring the family too. i would like to know what all documents are required for processing family visa. (WIFE + 2 KIDS) . Which all certificates should be attested. From ...
No, there is no requirement of 3 months bank statement . If a particular PRO of a company says that - it could be a self imposed requirement of that PRO/Company. thanks Read More
where can a Omani expat travel to without applying for a visa? by o.chaudhary
I want to ask which countries are offering visa free entry for Omani expats.
As an expat in Oman , your status - as far as visa application is concerned, would not change. The requirement of Visa would be based on the passport that you hold. Of course the time required for processing may change ( for example US visa - ... Read More
A few questions regarding compensation in Bahrain by IndianWanderlust
Hi, Wanted to get some feedback on compensation policies prevalent in Bahrain. While I am aware, there can be no generic rule, it would be great to get some pointers as to the most prevalent practice. 1. Are there annual increments ? In Oman, ...
That pretty much answers my question . Thanks again ! :) Read More
A few questions regarding compensation in Bahrain by IndianWanderlust
Hi, Wanted to get some feedback on compensation policies prevalent in Bahrain. While I am aware, there can be no generic rule, it would be great to get some pointers as to the most prevalent practice. 1. Are there annual increments ? In Oman, ...
Many Thanks Xtang for your prompt response. Your comments on increments are very valid. Let me ask very specifically, especially for Governement companies, is there any other perks which can be listed ? I asked this , as contrary to my belief ... Read More
A few questions regarding compensation in Bahrain
Hi, Wanted to get some feedback on compensation policies prevalent in Bahrain. While I am aware, there can be no generic rule, it would be great to get some pointers as to the most prevalent practice. 1. Are there annual increments ? In Oman, ... Read More
Looking for some tips on a 7 day trip.
Hi, We are planning to travel to a few places in Srilanka (Colombo -> Kandy --> NUwara Eliya --> Ella --> Bentota --->Colombo). We are looking to hire a cab (nothing luxury, a decent one for 2 of us), who would pick us up from ... Read More
Certificate Attestation (India) by Guest2345
hi all, I have accepted an offer from Oman (Seeb). Now I am so confused about this "apostille attestation" of educational certificates. Can some one tell me procedure and fees? I am from Kerala. Thanks in advance Regards
You wont have a choice ... its a little weird though (as somewhere in the forum i read that the originals got misplaced). Thanks Read More
Medical on arrival by AndrePrevin
Hi all I arrived in Sohar on Saturday morning and was taken by the company to Al Raffah medical centre to complete a medical. I was surprised by this because before arriving I had already completed a GAMCA approved medical in my home country, ...
AndrePrevin, Suggest, leave it to the PRO to find out for you. As XTang mentioned, in all probability, they may not entertain you. Thanks Read More
Certificate Attestation (India) by Guest2345
hi all, I have accepted an offer from Oman (Seeb). Now I am so confused about this "apostille attestation" of educational certificates. Can some one tell me procedure and fees? I am from Kerala. Thanks in advance Regards
avi0505, Not only the originals, it has to be apostled too. There are several posts explaining the process in this forum. Generally they would ask for the certificate with the highest degree/credential. This is required for manpower clearance ... Read More
Medical on arrival by AndrePrevin
Hi all I arrived in Sohar on Saturday morning and was taken by the company to Al Raffah medical centre to complete a medical. I was surprised by this because before arriving I had already completed a GAMCA approved medical in my home country, ...
Yes , i have the pdf too. Just that the applications of the rules may not be uniform. Read More
Medical on arrival by AndrePrevin
Hi all I arrived in Sohar on Saturday morning and was taken by the company to Al Raffah medical centre to complete a medical. I was surprised by this because before arriving I had already completed a GAMCA approved medical in my home country, ...
Phewwww !!! While on the subject, tried to google around for the medical charges ! Looks like India is the odd man out . At least a couple of websites that I see ...shows India to be only country with different charges for diff GCC countries . All ... Read More
Medical on arrival by AndrePrevin
Hi all I arrived in Sohar on Saturday morning and was taken by the company to Al Raffah medical centre to complete a medical. I was surprised by this because before arriving I had already completed a GAMCA approved medical in my home country, ...
@XTang ...logically what you say is right , However, in India atleast, even the charges could be different for diff countries (indicating that the tests done are not uniform). Read More
Medical on arrival by AndrePrevin
Hi all I arrived in Sohar on Saturday morning and was taken by the company to Al Raffah medical centre to complete a medical. I was surprised by this because before arriving I had already completed a GAMCA approved medical in my home country, ...
Well , not an expert on the subject , yet I would venture to say that , whether home country or elsewhere ....as long as the Center is GAMCA approved, you are good. The requirement is to have a Medical report from any GAMCA approved center. ... Read More
Medical on arrival by AndrePrevin
Hi all I arrived in Sohar on Saturday morning and was taken by the company to Al Raffah medical centre to complete a medical. I was surprised by this because before arriving I had already completed a GAMCA approved medical in my home country, ...
Slightly different experience here. Yes, the medical was done on arrival (as well as while renew of Visa and the Resident card). However it wasn't half as elaborate as it was during the GAMCA one in home country. Over here they just took a ... Read More
Certificate Attestation (India) by Guest2345
hi all, I have accepted an offer from Oman (Seeb). Now I am so confused about this "apostille attestation" of educational certificates. Can some one tell me procedure and fees? I am from Kerala. Thanks in advance Regards
Subeesh, This is a tricky one (though I know my response is delayed). Though in general, attestation is required only once, it is possible you may have to get your MBA certificate attested too, based on your new role. let me clarify with an ... Read More
Rent out good furniture in muscat by New-to-town
Hello all, We r new in the city and want to know a good place where u can rent out or buy second hand furnotice. Thanks
Hello New-to-town, Did you try scanning the ads in OLX and Bayie ? In addition to that, there are a number of Muscat-buy-sell forums in facebook too. Hope this helps. Read More
Documents required for Family Visa by arshed.sufyan
Dear All, Can anybody tel me what are all documents required for getting a Family visa and How many months salary statement to be produced? Reply will be appreciated.
Not sure if I would agree to that, it is another matter I did not chose to bring , however while negotiating , when I raised it , I was told by my employers , If i want I could do it . Hence I do believe there is a way to do it. However, as you ... Read More
Documents required for Family Visa by arshed.sufyan
Dear All, Can anybody tel me what are all documents required for getting a Family visa and How many months salary statement to be produced? Reply will be appreciated.
Bank statement ??? This is absolutely incorrect information. Some company PROs may be advising and this can be a practice. However, this is NOT mandatory and nowhere the law stipulates it. Just so that you know, I did not provide any bank ... Read More
Family visa
Neither you need OMR 600 as salary ... nor is 3 months wait a compulsory thingie ! All you need is a nod from your employers as a sponsor . It’s jusf that some employers might make you wait till completion of probation or whatever period ... Read More
800 OR monthly enough to have a comfortable lifestyle in Sohar for 2?
Dear Shruti , Even without knowning the nature of job , just from financial perspective , a family which earns 1+1 = 2 Lacs In India , would be well advised to stay put in india . It’s a no brainer . In fact , even if it was just one ... Read More
Resign during probation period
Hi Ahamed Ahsan, it should be equivalent to the salary for the shortfall period. Thanks Read More
Unfinished contract by John Robert solayao
Good day to all... I would like to ask about the Labour visa for oman... My boss wants me to unfinished my jobs .. But i have more 1 month to work here.. Then he wants me to cancel on my work.. My question is .. what I have to do for these ...
Dear John, Just yesterday I have posted the exact provisions of Oman labour law. It has the answer to your question. Thanks Read More
Cost of living 2018 in Oman by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
Ruwi costs seems to be cheaper ! 1. 1 BHK is between OMR 200 to 250 ( this includes best possible building in MBD Ruwi). 2. Broadband Omantel has the OMR 20 unlimited scheme ( OMR 25 with a higher speed). The fibre optic option is still not ... Read More
Cost of living 2018 in Oman by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
aww I guess it is OMR 29 monthly ! Read More
Cost of living 2018 in Oman by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
Hexabella, this one sounds interesting. " OMR 29 for a 2 year contract with Omantel 250 minutes national call, unlimited sms, 8gb data inclusing the device samsung s8+". You mean there is no other monthly charges if you one does not ... Read More
Visa Expiry and Contract by Sid Siddhu
Hello, I came across this website as I was searching for something related to the laws binding employment contracts in Oman. I am working with a private company involved in oil and gas sector in Oman. My initial contract which was for a period of ...
Please check the language in your contract . Most of the contracts are auto-renewal ( the law has such a provision). If it is not so, and if you have already mailed them not to renew, in my view, that would suffice . Just for your benefit, let me ... Read More
Parents visa
Hello Stanrose61, There is no such cap as far as salary is concerned. your Employers are the only people who decide whether your parents should be sponsored or not . Unfortunately , expats have no role except for talking to their employers and ... Read More
Medical test
Dear Raghu5351, I think you had asked this earlier in the forum and it was answered. Yes, you will have undergo a medical test prior to the issue of your resident card. Thanks Read More
medical for family joining
Hello , Your query is not very clear. In case you wanted to know , what is the validity period of the GAMCA medical report , it is for a period of 90 days. Hope this helps . Read More
Friend and Relative visit visa by abdurahooflava
Sir, I am working in Oman. I need to take a visit visa for my wife, 1. Can i take "Relatives and Friend visa" for her ? I know what are the document needed (ROP website) But i need to know 2. the document submitting time the ...
Well ...as I mentioned, this is not a ROP stipulated requirement. However your employer has every right to have their internal policy in framing their guidelines on who they will sponsor. Thanks Read More
Friend and Relative visit visa by abdurahooflava
Sir, I am working in Oman. I need to take a visit visa for my wife, 1. Can i take "Relatives and Friend visa" for her ? I know what are the document needed (ROP website) But i need to know 2. the document submitting time the ...
Dear Ola Bakri, There is no rule that prohibits anyone to bring her/his family members during probation. However, If the sponsor/company has its own rules, you will have no choice but to abide by it. Thats how you may come across cases where ... Read More
Friend and Relative visit visa by abdurahooflava
Sir, I am working in Oman. I need to take a visit visa for my wife, 1. Can i take "Relatives and Friend visa" for her ? I know what are the document needed (ROP website) But i need to know 2. the document submitting time the ...
Dear abdurahooflava, You will be handing over the docs to the PRO of your company, who in turn will lodge it with the authorities. Also, if your sponsor/PRO asks for some documents other than what you see in the website , you may give him the same ... Read More
Family joining visa - again by Daveinoman
Hi all, My family has been with me for two years in Oman. My wife and two children are in Indonesia right now and their visa expires tomorrow. I want to bring them back and my company tells me it is an entirely new application and we repeat the ...
In my view, even if they are a little late and you have to pay fine, its easier that way . Starting a new process to avoid late fine may result in endless loops. You have to get medical done again, where as for renewal of family visa , your wife ... Read More
Got Oman Lecturer Offer Letter from Al Muwardoon Muscat by sendtoshekar
Hi, I'm Chandrasekhara Reddy T from India and 10 days back I got call from CAG solutions India regarding Oman Private Universities lecturer recruitment and informed that I have interview on Jan 2nd. On January 2nd I got a call from Oman and ...
huh , i thought the college panel interviewed you ! the agency was just assisting them in getting a candidate. I have seen these kind of calls and mails from African countries, this is the first case I have come across in this forum. In the case ... Read More
Got Oman Lecturer Offer Letter from Al Muwardoon Muscat by sendtoshekar
Hi, I'm Chandrasekhara Reddy T from India and 10 days back I got call from CAG solutions India regarding Oman Private Universities lecturer recruitment and informed that I have interview on Jan 2nd. On January 2nd I got a call from Oman and ...
Have you also mailed to the college ... and tried to ascertain the fact ? There are 2 possibilities . 1. Everything is fake , including the stage managed interview ... where the college name has merely been used . 2. There is a genuine ... Read More
Visit visa to oman. Is return ticket mandatory? by Shuby9343
Dear All I have seen your valuable advices on this forum. I too have a quiery. It will be a great help if you can advice me on this. My wife shall be coming on a tourist visit visa for 30days from india to muscat. So i have a doubt if she needs to ...
Dear Shuby, I am not sure of the rule as I have not seen it in black and white, however let me share my experience. When I was getting one of my family members to Muscat on a visit visa. The Airlines staff at Bangalore Airport would NOT issue a ... Read More
oman visa by subintu
Hai my name is subin from Chennai ,i got a offer letter from muscat ,and also they send my visa but the validity is just four months but that is a employment visa i thing the job visa is 2 years validity .and after just ask to the company they said ...
Dear Subin, Normally a work visa is for 2 years and the tourist/visit visa is for 3 months - which can be extended by a month . Can you make out from your visa what exactly is written there ? Is it an employment visa or an employment contracting ... Read More
new employment in Oman
Hi Kavita , As long as your sponsor can get a manpower clearance and a work visa for you ....you can get a work/employment visa . I am not sure if your residency has a bearing on that . Best wishes Read More
Want to resign from my Current Employer by krunalrohit92
Hello, I'm from India. I just joined this firm few days back. Visa, tickets and accommodations are provided by them. As the work is not of my type here, I want to resign. I am not comfortable working here in this environment. My question are ...
Thats a bit surprising ! They are not supposed to hold your passport . This was a practice for blue collared workers ....but i have certainly seen notifications forbidding employers from holding the passport . But trying to show your legal ... Read More
Want to resign from my Current Employer by krunalrohit92
Hello, I'm from India. I just joined this firm few days back. Visa, tickets and accommodations are provided by them. As the work is not of my type here, I want to resign. I am not comfortable working here in this environment. My question are ...
May you have all the luck ! :cheers: Read More
Want to resign from my Current Employer by krunalrohit92
Hello, I'm from India. I just joined this firm few days back. Visa, tickets and accommodations are provided by them. As the work is not of my type here, I want to resign. I am not comfortable working here in this environment. My question are ...
Krunal, I am not sure what Oman labour Law you are talking about ......I do not think there is something as one sided as that.....I am not legal expert in remotest sense though ! anyways .....There is no absolute wrong or right way ... Read More
Want to resign from my Current Employer by krunalrohit92
Hello, I'm from India. I just joined this firm few days back. Visa, tickets and accommodations are provided by them. As the work is not of my type here, I want to resign. I am not comfortable working here in this environment. My question are ...
Hi Krunal, Please check your contract regarding this. It will be dependent on the exit clause that you have. For example, mine has a 3 months notice period from either party with a subclause, that they can review notice given by me and work on a ... Read More
Accomodation in Nizwa
I meant in OLX ( earlier this was dubizzle) Read More
Accomodation in Nizwa
Hi There, You can find some ads for renting out apartments in Nizwa. I remember having seen the rentals in the range of OMR 100 to 150 for 2/3 BHK accomodation. Hope you find a suitable one. Best wishes Read More
Regarding visa by Monisha Ashok
Dear sumitaran sir My husband sign the contract in last week f june 17 Its a reputed company .He is under pharma category visa .he exited the country n 18th july before that he gave the required documents including med certificate and original ...
Well, What was done to you/your hubby is absolutely not correct. However, it has been a practice here to progress with recruitment, in anticipation of approval . That's the reason, to alert the prospective employees, i had stated...... do ask ... Read More
Regarding visa by Monisha Ashok
Dear sumitaran sir My husband sign the contract in last week f june 17 Its a reputed company .He is under pharma category visa .he exited the country n 18th july before that he gave the required documents including med certificate and original ...
While I empathize with your situation, I must say, It is not unusual to start the visa process, after the acceptance of offer has been received. In some cases.... offers are made way before clearance from manpower is received. Also the process, in ... Read More
Living in Sur oman as a doctor by Madscleo
Have been offered a job as a doctor gynae in sur.i have two daughters aged 12 and 8.please tell me about the schools and whether the move is worth it
oops I glossed over the last line of your mail. Apologies. Obviously if you have Muscat as place of work, you are gifting yourself with many more options ...both on the school front as well as every other aspect of 'living'. that should ... Read More
Living in Sur oman as a doctor by Madscleo
Have been offered a job as a doctor gynae in sur.i have two daughters aged 12 and 8.please tell me about the schools and whether the move is worth it
Well , you seem to have done your homework well . You do have the objective information. So school appears to be a handicap to begin with . I shall not try to dwell on your professional enhancement etc ....as I am sure, like the school, you have ... Read More
Living in Sur oman as a doctor by Madscleo
Have been offered a job as a doctor gynae in sur.i have two daughters aged 12 and 8.please tell me about the schools and whether the move is worth it
Well ...to your limited point on School --- there is an Indian School Sur apart from an International one (Hay Al-Sharooq International School) ...and some more. as for the 'worth' - it would depend on what you would consider worthy ! All ... Read More
Formalities & Rules for Family Joining Visa by reza.cs30
Dear All, Can anyone please tell me the current rules and regulations for the family joining visa (spouse and 2 years old kid)? It will be more helpful if you can elaborate the formalities for this here. I know i can get perfect information form ...
Though you have directed specifically to Sumitran, who definitely can provide more in-depth guidance, I am penning down a quick one ....pointwise: 1. They didn't say about any bank salary statement requirements for family joining. --- This ... Read More
I got an offer in oman. Not sure what to do. by Syedsm
I got an offer in oman OMR 350 after 6 months it will be increase to 400. Will all other benefits like medical, flight ticket, holidays, family visas. accomodation not included. As a sr web developer position in a reputed ad agency. I am not sure ...
You did the right thing ! All the best . Read More
I got an offer in oman. Not sure what to do. by Syedsm
I got an offer in oman OMR 350 after 6 months it will be increase to 400. Will all other benefits like medical, flight ticket, holidays, family visas. accomodation not included. As a sr web developer position in a reputed ad agency. I am not sure ...
hahaha ....may you feel better ! :P Read More
Got a job offer in Oman with 964 OMR basic by arunmech
Hi, I am an Engineer and got a job in Oman with Basic salary - 964 OMR Housing amount - 347 OMR Additional allowance - 63 OMR Transport allowance - 100 OMR Total take home salary - 1474 OMR. I have a family of 3. Wife and 1 son studying in 1st ...
Well ..while in absolute terms 1.5 K looks good , for a switch its always comparative. Generally, your professional skillset is destined to suffer (though your specific area may not adhere to generalization). Unlike India, either there would be ... Read More
Got a job offer in Oman with 964 OMR basic by arunmech
Hi, I am an Engineer and got a job in Oman with Basic salary - 964 OMR Housing amount - 347 OMR Additional allowance - 63 OMR Transport allowance - 100 OMR Total take home salary - 1474 OMR. I have a family of 3. Wife and 1 son studying in 1st ...
Well I am not sure which property site listed a 2BHK at OMR 1500 . certainly it is very high by any standard. well in any decent area ....Ruwi ..Darsait....Al Khuwair , a decent 2BHK should be anywhere between 300 to 400 depending on location or ... Read More
Submitting Qualifications Equivalency Application to MOHE by franzyman
Plz guide about Submitting Qualifications Equivalency Application to the Qualifications Equivalency Department in the Ministry of Higher Education via the website: www.mohe.gov.om Anyone has done this process?
Or did i get your question wrong ? :P Read More
Submitting Qualifications Equivalency Application to MOHE by franzyman
Plz guide about Submitting Qualifications Equivalency Application to the Qualifications Equivalency Department in the Ministry of Higher Education via the website: www.mohe.gov.om Anyone has done this process?
Hi there, Let me attempt to answer your questions .....in the same order .... 1.For Getting Post Graduation Degree Certificate equivalent certificate & Gradguate Degree Equivalent certificate Do need to apply two different application or ... Read More
Visa expiry
Well , as far as I know, one can enter the country till the date the visa is valid. Thanks Read More
2 year bann Noc's Role by Vaishnu
Aslamu Alaikum Sir i have Worked in muscat for 9 years and now And Cancelled my visa without Compleating the Visa.Now i Want to Return to the same company and the Company is willing to give Me Visa and Noc Can I land back on oman In the same ...
I would think you are right as your Previous employer = current employer Read More
2 year bann Noc's Role by Vaishnu
Aslamu Alaikum Sir i have Worked in muscat for 9 years and now And Cancelled my visa without Compleating the Visa.Now i Want to Return to the same company and the Company is willing to give Me Visa and Noc Can I land back on oman In the same ...
Since your employers themselves would file it, the PRO would most definitely take care of the NOC issue. More importantly, there is no action at your end, till you hear about the approval . I mean, assuming that you are gainfully employed in India, ... Read More
2 year bann Noc's Role by Vaishnu
Aslamu Alaikum Sir i have Worked in muscat for 9 years and now And Cancelled my visa without Compleating the Visa.Now i Want to Return to the same company and the Company is willing to give Me Visa and Noc Can I land back on oman In the same ...
Hello Vaishnu, Not sure if I get your question . The ban exists, if you do not take NOC and wish to get reemployed. If I read you right , your employers are going to re-employ you ....right ? The fact that they do not have objection in your ... Read More
Work Visa for a married couple working in same Company by Anita Advani
Hi, Me and my wife are working in the same company in India. Our company is willing to send both of us on deputation to their Sohar division. Our company has asked both of us to apply for work visa together. What documents will be required for ...
Hi, Normally, the positions for which you both are being hired shall require approval from ministry of manpower . This is something which your employers PRO shall handle. You would just need to provide the documents s/he asks for. Generally, the ... Read More
Family Visa _Myths & Facts (INDIAN joining in Oman) by vinodinoman
I am writing this based on what actually happened with me, in short full details about Family Visa. I would also highlight some common myths which are not true. 1. There is no rule of 6 month waiting time for family visa, this all depends on PRO of ...
Well ....if i remember correctly, there is a date on the visa, and the person is suppposed to move in before that date. Thanks Read More
Employment visa
Hi Allie, This is purely a function of the Authorities , your PRO and your luck. If you scan through this forum, you shall have varied data points . Sometimes it happens in weeks and other times ....it could take months. In my case, since it ... Read More
resignation issues.
Not sure if i understand this correctly . Are you saying, there is no contract which you have signed ? If you have signed one, whats the clause in the contract? a 2 year contract does not necessarily mean you have to complete 2 years. I have a 60 ... Read More
Job offer letter by Veralee
Hi I am veralee currently staying in UAE.Planning to move to Oman , I got a offer letter which i sign and send back via email I know things might be bit diffrent from time to time .should i have send it via courier or no need,reason why they want ...
My 2 pence, While to expedite, you may sign and send back the offer letter , please ask them to courier you CONTRACT. The contract is the document which shall follow the offer acceptance and is binding. Medical is pretty standard and has to be ... Read More
Education Degree attestation for Oman.
Hi Claudius, What you did ...is what I did too. And it worked. I am told that the Oman Embassy in India do not do any attestation anymore. Elsewhere in this forum , you shall find very detailed discussion on the subject. Thanks Read More
Family visa if salary less than 600 OMR?
Hi Imranshab, As Schaz has mentioned its usually a 'no' ....one exception could be , if your employers agree to sponsor (which is pretty difficult in current scenario). Thanks Read More
Need room or flat
HI ru51an, Suggest you could check on OLX Oman...its a good source. Thanks Read More
Terminating Lease Contract by Reyyan
Hi all, I was just wondering that what is the ruling regarding terminating the lease agreement early. My wife needs medical attention and needs to go back to home country. I have spent 2 months and planning to leave the flat next month. So total ...
Hi Reyyan, The clause would be embedded in your agreement. For example, in my case it is mentioned that I have give a 3 months notice or pay in lieu of it. Having said that, the manager (in Al Habib), who interacted with me, also mentioned....if ... Read More
Insurance coverage in Oman by Kenjee
Hello everyone, Moving abroad requires adequate insurance coverage. What type of insurance expatriates need the most in Oman: health, house or liability insurance? All of them? Do they come as a package? Are there other insurance options ...
As most people have mentioned earlier, the employers generally pick up the tab for insurance. I had a specific problem ...as the employer would not cover "mother" within the definition of family . (my company had a specific language which ... Read More
No marriage certificate by sk4
I have landed in a peculiar situation. I changed job with local release and this happened successfully. Now my wife is in dependent visa of previous company. In the past, as I did not have marriage certificate, I had made affidavit in Indian embassy ...
I do not think you need to travel to India to get this done ...... It doesnt take more than 500 bucks to get an affidavit done ......( you can send it to someone you know, who would go to a notary with copy of your endorsed passport and get it ... Read More
queries employment clearance
Not sure what you meant by " funds to claim it " .... Work visa is issued after the labour clearance is obtained by your employer . Though labour clearance these days are posing challenges ..... If it comes through ,employment visa is ... Read More
How Many It Will Take For Oman Visa Process . by Jimmy Raj
Dec 2012 I Attended Interview And Got A Offer Letter From A Muscat Based Company , Gave The Medical , The Consultancy Who Called Me For Interview Told Me U Will Get By Mid Of Jan.... Now It Almost Two Months , I Didn't Received Visa Process ...
You have actually cleared the most difficult hurdle .....labour ministry ..... once that is done ....Visa shouldnt take more than 3/4 days Read More
Labour clearance --original degree by dhir
Hello I am an Engineer and MBA I got selected 10 days ago for post of divisional manager.I got email from my employer that labor clearnace is received at their end. Now my prospective employer want my attested degree in orginal to process the visa. ...
Thats sounds right. The actual process takes 3 days (MEA) . Since your agency was based in Mumbai ( The flow was Chennai ---> Mumbai---> Delhi---->Mumbai---->Chennai). Mine was similar .....but I got it couriered from Mumbai to Muscat ... Read More
Public library at Muscat by arharsh46
Does muscat have a public library? if yes, how rich it is in terms of literature material ? where? how to get a membership?
I also see a Public Library (at least thats what the board says ) in the Chamber of commerce Building opposite Muscat Securities Market. Though I am not sure what kind of books they have . Read More
Labour clearance --original degree by dhir
Hello I am an Engineer and MBA I got selected 10 days ago for post of divisional manager.I got email from my employer that labor clearnace is received at their end. Now my prospective employer want my attested degree in orginal to process the visa. ...
800 for entire process is the cheapest I have ever heard . Normally I have seen the agencies charge you between 5k to 7 k based on your location . A simple Google search would give you names of MEA approved agencies . By the way , in the ... Read More
no visa and no offer by ajaymasiwal123
i have been interviewed on july and got confirmation from company about selection and told soon will release the offer letter. since that day no communication , we call to consultant the says rules of visa has been changed so its taking time to get ...
Of course it is possible to get a visa in 10 days.... if your position is a approved one (from labour ministry ). Best wishes Read More
Muskat joining by sachin medhekar
Dear sir, I am a civil engineer & got offer from Muskat of 500 OMR. They offerd me 500 OMR+Free Bachlor accomodation. Is it worth to join
Sachin , It would be naive to believe after one year they will increase your salary befitting 15 years of experience if they start with OMR 800. Only If ....this is a part of the contract that you will sign , it could be a credible promise, or ... Read More
Passport Details - adding Spouse name by salesandme
Dear All I have valid Indian passport. This was taken before my marriage. I have my marriage certificate with me. I am going to apply passport for my wife and 3 year old kid soon. Now my query is 1) is it a must to have my wife's name ...
We digressed. The question was NOT whether it is compulsory to have spouses name on passport or not. The question was, if someone has applied for resident card with a particular passport number, and if while applying for family visa , his ... Read More
Cost of living in Oman – 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Oman in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Oman you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Oman? > accommodation prices > ...
Dear Shan_alam Unfortunately no . Reasons are given in this particular thread itself .....you just need to scroll up . Best Wishes Read More
Muskat joining by sachin medhekar
Dear sir, I am a civil engineer & got offer from Muskat of 500 OMR. They offerd me 500 OMR+Free Bachlor accomodation. Is it worth to join
Some men shall always be more equal than others (with apologies to Orwell) ! I am given to understand , for Govt the minimum salary (for fresh Graduate and above) is OMR 900 and for non grads its 500. In private, this is OMR 350 for non grads or ... Read More
Passport Details - adding Spouse name by salesandme
Dear All I have valid Indian passport. This was taken before my marriage. I have my marriage certificate with me. I am going to apply passport for my wife and 3 year old kid soon. Now my query is 1) is it a must to have my wife's name ...
This is really technical ...whereas I shall use commonsense to answer you ! Hence please do not rely on my answer but check with your employer ! See....based on the old passport if you get your visa ....that old number would get recorded. Now when ... Read More
Family visa
I would say , you can apply for family visa as soon as you get your resident card and your employers are okay with it . Technically , you can get your resident card on the day of your arrival and you can apply for family visa on day 2 itself . I ... Read More
Delay in offer letter( Oman ) by jrashid
Hi there I have been selected in one of the reputed company of oman on 4th October at Ambe international,Mumbai. They told me that I will get offer letter within 3 -4 days but it's almost a month I didnt receive offer letter. When enquired with ...
Dear Mohan lets go step by step . Do you know if the approval from labour ministry is done ? In case it is complete, Visa should be reasonably straightforward. It is the labour clearance which generally takes indefinite time ( from 3 days to more ... Read More
Passport Details - adding Spouse name by salesandme
Dear All I have valid Indian passport. This was taken before my marriage. I have my marriage certificate with me. I am going to apply passport for my wife and 3 year old kid soon. Now my query is 1) is it a must to have my wife's name ...
I would suggest go for inclusion. In case you have to take a marriage affidavit from Embassy ( you may not need this if you have a marriage certificate ), one of the docs Embassy would ask is the copy of passport showing your wife's name. This ... Read More
salary in oman
Dhlr On the face of it 1800 OMR is decent .....and in my view, the optimism ends there. With a no tax regime, you would possibly end up making a little more money that what you currently do , but when it comes to your career , you may not have the ... Read More
2650 all inclusive in Muscat, is a good package for family of 4? by inlotfy
Dear All, I offered a job as senior project engineer in Muscat and your advice is highly appreciated Offer details - basic salary: 1650 OMR - housing allowance: 800 OMR - transportation: 200 OMR - yearly return tickets for the whole family and ...
Based on the expenses that you may incur , OMR 2650 is definitely a nice package . Read More
Cost of living in Oman – 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Oman in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Oman you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Oman? > accommodation prices > ...
I have no idea about your background ... however USD 1500 would translate to a little less than OMR 600. make sure you do not fall below the benchmark of OMR 600 , which is required for family visa . With around 600 , you shall have a reasonable ... Read More
Family VISA 6 months by SanthoshCP
Hi, This is Santhosh, I have started working in Muscat since 2 months and planning to bring my family (Wife). I heard there is some rule that we need to spend 6 months minimum to bring the family? I request to clarify this ...
I do not think there is any 6 months waiting period rule for family visa. Your company may like to wait till probation or some such stuff . But from a government perspective there is no such wait period. If you search in this forum, you will come ... Read More
Things to do in Muscat during the weekends by Christine
Hi, What do you usually do on your weekends in Muscat? Are there any places to visit, any activities, any events or festivals regularly organized you would like to recommend? What are your top tips for the weekend in Muscat? Thank you ...
Hexabella Since I dont have a car ....i am all for renting :D Pls let me know . Read More
Medical Coverage for Tourists Visa
It has got nothing to do with Visa, if prior to travel an insurance coverage was taken (irrespective of Visa category) , a claim CAN be made . It is common for tourists to take medical cover when they travel . Thanks Read More
enquiries working in MUSCAT
Yes , there are many day care centres around . Just google and you will have a list . Since I do not have a first hand experience, i cannot comment on their quality . I have also seens ads by ladies who do babysitting . Read More