abdurrazaq
Pakistani expat in Oman
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About me
Pakistani
Lives in Muscat
Speaks English, Urdu, Panjabi, Hindi
Registration: 08 January 2013
Tourist visa by Shruthi Mithra
I resigned a job at oman .when i came to india for my delivery .and its been a year since my resignation.when I left the country I had no intentions of leaving the job.so my visa was not cancelled or my resident card was never returned at that ...
Hello, does your employment contract give you family status if so then you could ask your employer to get your wife an independent visa ( family visa) if it does not then you could arrange her some other type of visa. The labour complaint office is ... Read More
URGENT PLS: Work visa rejected in Oman any reason as to why? by mehdi1981
Dear All, I have just moved to Oman as a petroleum engineer (it is now 3 weeks on the visit visa) in the meantime my employer applied for the visa and today they were told that my work visa rejected!!! I hold a British passport and have never worked ...
W.salam, bro work permits here in Oman are often referred as visa clearance so your employer was not able to arrange work permit for you. This could be due to several reasons and the actual reason your employer could tell only. Read More
After cancellation come back in oman by muhammad.usman.0999
Dear All, any buddy tell me how can i come in Oman after cancellation without NOC. I am just living in Oman Muscat 2 months and some days because cheating with me agency and sponsor person about job offer letter. please provide me a details i want ...
An Employer can get an employee blocked/black listed on various grounds as per the law. Read More
After cancellation come back in oman by muhammad.usman.0999
Dear All, any buddy tell me how can i come in Oman after cancellation without NOC. I am just living in Oman Muscat 2 months and some days because cheating with me agency and sponsor person about job offer letter. please provide me a details i want ...
Once a visa has been cancelled you can apply and come to Oman on a new visa.Moreover you may ask any of your contacts to check your previous visa status at ROP. Read More
Tourist visa by Shruthi Mithra
I resigned a job at oman .when i came to india for my delivery .and its been a year since my resignation.when I left the country I had no intentions of leaving the job.so my visa was not cancelled or my resident card was never returned at that ...
Hello. According to Omani labor laws, if an expatriate employee stays outside Oman for more than six months, their visa is automatically canceled, and they cannot re-enter Oman using that visa. To obtain a new visa, it is essential to have the ... Read More
URGENT PLS: Work visa rejected in Oman any reason as to why? by mehdi1981
Dear All, I have just moved to Oman as a petroleum engineer (it is now 3 weeks on the visit visa) in the meantime my employer applied for the visa and today they were told that my work visa rejected!!! I hold a British passport and have never worked ...
Hello, talk to us we are a licensed consultancy. Inbox me your contact no. and we'll discuss with you options. Read More
foreign income tax by GuestPoster1102
Hello,I would like to move to Muscat but first I would like to know if foreign earned personal income is tax in Oman.Thanks
@bombayporter In Oman, there are no taxes on personal earnings for individuals. The country's income tax regulations are applicable to corporate incomes. Read More
Resident Card by Adela Elago
We have employee cancelled his visa from previous employer and exited in Oman, now we are hiring him under our sponsorship will the resident card number is remain still the same?
Yes the resident Card No. (Civil No) will always remain same. Read More
Visa requirement's for older (61) workshop-Manager Age related ? by Klaus-peter
Hallo All , my name is Claus and i was working in Oman from 2010 to 2017 as a Manager . the Company i worked for like me to come back to work . Anybody has experience with age related isus , Im 61 now. Thank you
@Klaus-peter In alignment with Oman's Labor Laws, there is a general guideline that restricts the issuance of employment visas to individuals aged over 60. However, it's worth noting that certain exceptional circumstances may allow for flexibility ... Read More
Can I work with freelance work visa in Oman as a Nigerian by joynmichael
Can I work with freelance work visa in Oman as a Nigerian
@joynmichael In Oman, the employment landscape is structured in a way that mandates exclusive engagement with the sponsoring company. The labour law framework restricts any involvement with other companies or entities. It's important to be aware of ... Read More
Visa issue by Imran dar
I've been working in Oman for last one and half month, As per discussion in dubai with owner my salary is 250 but company gv me only 150 because of less sale i am working as sales executive in perfume shop I check in sanad office my contract but ...
@Imran dar Dear If you have anything in written form eg Offer letter, email etc you could take it to Labour office in ruwi and tell them your story they will call your sponsor and ask him to comply with the terms of offer letter/contract. If you do ... Read More
Working in Oman without working visa - any consequences? by raianna690
HiI accepted a great-sounding job offer in Oman some years ago. The employer made me work during 8 month period with a multiple-entry visa -they never applied for a working visa for me and some of my expat colleagues. As a consequence, I decided to ...
@raianna690 The employer sometimes get employees banned based on some allegation like theft or breach of employment contracts. You may share with us your passport details and appoint us your authorized proxy to chk your status in the system. We are ... Read More
Lost my Swedish residence permit in Oman airport by Diya ak
Hello please help. I lost my Swedish residence permit in Oman airport. I was flying through Turkish airlines and they let me through with a softcopy to Istanbul. Now Turkish airlines is not allowing me to board my flight to stockholm,sweden. ...
Contact the Consulate, they must issue you a doc for boarding. Read More
GAMCA approved medical centers in Oman... by vijay vj
Hi.. can anyone suggest GAMCA approved medical centers in Oman ? currently i am working in Oman. i got job offer from Qatar. They are asking medical report. so, where i can get it from Oman ? and what are procedures to follow? is it to prior ...
@vijay vj Dear I believe you do not need any medical report as long as you work move within GCC area. Read More
Wrong Designation in Work Visa by johnmathew
Last month, I received a job offer from Oman and I accepted it.Recently, I received my work visa.The designation offered to me in the official offer letter is different from what is in the work visa.In the work visa, a blue-collar designation is ...
Dear it's normal in GCC but do you get the same salary package as was agreed with you, is more important also getting a family visa is entirely based on your salary. If you need any further assistant you may contact me. Thank you Read More
New Coffee shop opening cost in Muscat by Abu Azlaan Saif
Dear, Kindly provide the how much approximate cost required for small coffee shop opening in Muscat Oman. And what is the procedure need to do. Advice please, should tell me how much cost required for licence and other requirements. Amjad
@Abu Azlaan Saif Hello. The cost will depend on the location, size and interiors of the proposed coffee shop. It could range from 5000-10000 OMR. Similarly you could buy a running one. You may inbox me your details and I would try to help you. Read More
How to apply for a visit visa for my wife ? by Gyem Teghen
Hello good morning , my name is Gyem teghen , i am a barista working in oman , i wish to bring my wife here in oman on a 3 months visa , but i dont have a sponsor who can apply for her visa
@Gyem Teghen Your employer could arrange visa for your spouse. If he is not willing to do so then you may go for a tourist visa. You could inbox me your details like your nationality, your current job title etc so that I could try and help you. Read More
New members of the Azerbaijan forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Azerbaijan forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hello & Asalamoaleikum to all group members, I am Abdur Razaq, Pakistani citizen and a travel, tourism and business advisor with business presence in Baku, Muscat and Islamabad. Read More
want to immigrate to baku ,azerbaijaan options from pakistan , by razshah29
hi I would like to immigrate to baku from pakistan , please help me with visa options and contact for any good immgration lawyers in baku ?? can i get TRC on the basis of buying property in azerbaijann or if i deposit money in azerbaijannni bank ...
Asalamoaleikum. The cheapest and easiest is 1 year TRP on study basis. Once you have 1 year TRP, you could explore other available settlement options. If you need any further help, you could contact me by sending your query to my inbox. Read More
Online business
Hello Mr.Ali, Unfortunately, there are no options for withdrawing money from your paypal acccount at present. You could only use it for purchases online at website where is accepted. Regards, Read More
Apartment Rental Websites by 2nd_opossum
Hello guys, We are relocating from Qatar to Muscat, and I am currently researching accommodation. From what I gathered so far, our preferred areas would be Madinat Al Sultan Qaboos and Qurm. I think we would prefer an apartment (rather than a ...
Bousher could be an other good option. Read More
VISA CANCELLATION WITHOUT NOC
Its RO.10/month and in you case you need to pay RO.20. Read More
How to link paypal into bank of muscat account by hachii
How do i link my paypal account into my Bank of Muscat Card? I went to BM earlier to inquire but they don't even know what paypal is. Is there a way to do so?
One can link Omani Bank Debit/Credit Cards with his/her PayPal account, make and receive payments to his/her PayPal account but can not withdraw/transfer funds to his/her Cards/Bank Accounts Read More
working visa processing
If the complete visa application is submitted to the concerned authority, it takes 2-3 days to get a visa unless there raise any objection. Read More
OFFER LETTER/CONTRACT - How long does it take?
I believe its just too long to wait for receiving an offer letter. Things do take little more to get completed here in ministries but 3 years is just too long. Read More
contract
Hello, A contract of employment or any other legal contract could only be changed if all parties to the contract agreed to change it unless otherwise is written in the agreement. Read More
VISA CANCELLATION WITHOUT NOC
Dear Shaik Ahmed, As per the law, you can not demand the NOC but you could request for it as you have already completed your employment contract. Read More
converting license in Oman by daker_doober
In general can we get a US driving license converted in Oman? If yes, mine expired in 2016. Is it still possible?
Dear Schaz, After reading few of the redponse since yesterday I am 100â„… agreed with you that common sense is very uncommon now a days. Read More
converting license in Oman by daker_doober
In general can we get a US driving license converted in Oman? If yes, mine expired in 2016. Is it still possible?
Dear Sumitran, Sane and insane used in informal communication means ones having/not having common sense. Read More
converting license in Oman by daker_doober
In general can we get a US driving license converted in Oman? If yes, mine expired in 2016. Is it still possible?
It was for Monis, who has valid UAE DL. Ofcourse every sane person knows that expired licenses need to be renewed to be considered as valid. Read More
converting license in Oman by daker_doober
In general can we get a US driving license converted in Oman? If yes, mine expired in 2016. Is it still possible?
If you are on visit visa you can rent a car and drive legally but if you have employment visa then you can't as it would illegal to do so. Read More
converting license in Oman by daker_doober
In general can we get a US driving license converted in Oman? If yes, mine expired in 2016. Is it still possible?
Hello, You need to have a valid US driving license for converting it to Omani Driving License so you must renew your US DL 1st. Read More
Updates on changes to the NOC rules.
Hello, The NOC rule is yet be modified as was suggested in the news. Read More
Driving License- UAE to Oman - Automatic by Royal Gulf
Hi , Saw some post about Driving license. Can I able to convert my UAE Automatic Driving license to Oman Automatic Driving license ? Actually am not able to get appropriate answer & way to get it done. Kindly Advice.
Hello, Your automatic license could not be exchanged for Omani DL. Only one could get drum and slope test waved off and road test has to be passed. Read More
Muscat Cost of Living 2 BHK Furnished Flat in Indian area
Hello, Rent for a 2 bedroom semi furnished apartment at a decent area would range between RO.325-400. For unfurnished 2bhk it would be RO.275-350. Fees for Indian Schools are RO.35-45/month Electricity and water bill RO.25-45/month And rent a car ... Read More
Online business
Bro you can register any Omani address with paypal but the one of the practical problems you will face is that you can not get any Omani bank account registered with paypal for funds withdrawals from your paypal account. Since you business is ... Read More
How to calculate the annual Leave pay in Oman by nj20162017
Dear members, May i request you to please guide how to calculate the annual leave pay in Oman? How it's being calculated or whats is the formula? For Example if an individual works for a Monthly salary of 800 RO and his date of annual leave ...
Leave pay is calculated as follow: for 12 months leave pay, if gross salary is 800=800/365X365=800 Also for six months it will be 800/365X182=399 Note: to be eligible for the leave pay, one must complete at least 6 months with the employer. Read More
Visa Cancellation
Bro you could get UAE employment visa even if your Omani residence visa is valid for any period. But if you do not cancel your Omani Residence Visa and do not enter Oman for more than 6 moths then the visa will expire and an automatic ban of 2 years ... Read More
Help ! I have put myself in pickle ! by dr_aich
Hello Friends I have really put myself in a pickle. I will try and explain first . I am employed by MOH, Oman working at the Royal Hospital Muscat. I need to rent an accommodation as the accommodation provided by the employer is not big enough. ...
Bro I have read your message and would suggest you follow. 1. The real estate agent/co. when collects rent for a particular month and their commission then they are bound to hand over keys to the tenant, otherwise, they could treat the collected ... Read More
Visa on arrival _UAE to Muscat by road by Noj
Good Day! I am currently in Abu Dhabi, working as Advertising Designer for 4 months. I am planning to visit Muscat by road this first week of August 2017. I would like to know if I am eligible to enter Oman by visa on arrival? Thanks, Noj :)
There is mo such rule only the passport should me valid for more than 6 months. Read More
Visa on arrival _UAE to Muscat by road by Noj
Good Day! I am currently in Abu Dhabi, working as Advertising Designer for 4 months. I am planning to visit Muscat by road this first week of August 2017. I would like to know if I am eligible to enter Oman by visa on arrival? Thanks, Noj :)
Hello, Bro, if your visa is an employment visa then you are eligible to get on arrival visa at Omani border/airport. Read More
Visit visa requirement for a new commer in oman
You have two options; 1.Your employer processes your visa (in this case you must have rent agreement in your name or your employer must submit an undertaking for the arrangement of accommodation for your family at ROP). 2. You could obtain 1-month ... Read More
is family visa cancellation necessary in case of joining new company?
Dear Mr. Agha, Your new employer has to pay for her overstay (RO.10/month) and also she has to exit for a new visa. Read More
expired visa and contract
You will be fined RO.10/month when you will go for visa renewal with the same Sponsor. If your sponsor does not want to renew your visa, you could approach to labour court for cancellation. Also if you are caught by ROP, you just mention that your ... Read More
Dubai Tourist Visa for Oman Expat by Oleic Cielo
Hi, I'm Cielo, a Filipino expat here in Muscat. I was just wondering what should I do to get a tourist visa if I'm planning to have 2 days vacation in Dubai?
It will cost you around RO.30 if you apply online tourist visa and about RO.45 if through any tour operator. Read More
Inquiry on Oman Visa
Its very simply to verify the visa. Go to Oman Embassy at UAE and get it verified. Read More
Endorsement of wife's name into the husbands passport necessity
On your attested marriage certificate you can get your spouse visa. Read More
VISIT VISA TO FAMILY VISA ANY TIME LAG IS MANDATORY by Mohitchauhan26
Hello Sir, I need some information. My Family (Wife and son) are here in muscat on visit visa and i hv done their medical here itself. Now i want to apply for their resident visa. Hence can u plz guide me i can apply Family visa next day once ...
You can have UAE employment visa and Oman Employment visa on your passport. But once you exit Oman without canceling your visa then you could only re-enter Oman on your UAE visa after the expiration of your Oman visa. Read More
is it possible to attest educational certificates in Oman
Yes. you can do it with Genius Attestation Services. Their office is at OCC At Ruwi, Read More
Tourist VISA for parents
You can get your parents visa within 3-4 days after submiiting their docs with tour operators. 1 month visa for 1 person will cost you RO.85 Read More
NOC from company
Hello, You need to obtain NOC every time when changing jobs. Read More
Leaving Oman without employers knowledge by pinky8209
Hii everyone.... I am posting this query o my friends behalf. She is a gynecologist working i Oman. But for past 6 months she has been working alone in department and is on call 24/7. she was assured that two more gynecologists will join by April ...
I would suggest her to get a copy of the employment contract and contact ministry of manpower. They would do the needful to get her a safe cancellation and exit from Oman. Read More
Express visa
Yes, you could get a visa but your new sponsor must attach NOC with your visa application. Read More
Unsponsored tourism visa by JAYARAJ2381
dear friends,i am jayaraj from chennai now living in amerat -oman,i would like to apply unsponsered tourist visa-(30days) for my family.i have tried in evisa page but i couldnt so please anyone guide to apply online visa please thanks, jayaraj
Bro there are many tour operators who are providing just visa for the mentioned amount. Read More
2 Year Ban Rule and On arrival visa by Jdsoni
Hi all I have 1 query.if a person has worked in oman and completed the contract and he had to leave that company after getting notice from that company due to cost cutting measures, can he renter Oman by on arrival visa as a GCC resident of another ...
You can enter Oman on any GCC visa. The NOC rule is applicable to employment visas only. Read More
new company formation documents
The expatriate could form a limited liability company and become a major shareholder by doing following: 1. Have strong bank statement 2. Have a local sponsor to become 30% shareholder 3. Copies of the resident card and passport 4. copy of sponsors ... Read More
Unsponsored tourism visa by JAYARAJ2381
dear friends,i am jayaraj from chennai now living in amerat -oman,i would like to apply unsponsered tourist visa-(30days) for my family.i have tried in evisa page but i couldnt so please anyone guide to apply online visa please thanks, jayaraj
South Asian are not entitled to apply for evisa online. You could go to some tour operators and get the tourist visa from them. It takes 2-3 days to get it and fee ranges from RO. 80-90. Also 2 days back the govt has announced to increase the ... Read More
Employment visa expires while on medical leave - Advice Plz
Dear bro, The 2-year ban is not applicable to the family visit, family joining visas and tourist visas. She can always come on mentioned visas but sometimes the immigration person may ask for the NOC from the previous employer as her visa was not ... Read More
Visa to UAE
Nope. you need to apply for their UAE visit visas. Also once they exit Oman their Oman Visit Visa will expire. *** Thank you. Read More
Family visa expiry and New born Visa
Hello, You need to apply for the passport of your baby and then apply for his family joining resident visa. The 6 month expiry rule does not apply to family visas. Thank you. Read More
Switching family visa to work visa by PegahO
I am planning to come with my husband with a family visa to Oman. However my plan is to find a job. Is it a rumor that its hard to switch from family to employment visa ? or there would not be any problem? Please advise. Thanks
Hi, You can always change your family status to employment status as long as your employer has a visa clearance/quota for ladies. Only thing is that for transferring the visa you need to exit Oman. Thank you. Read More
VISIT VISA TO FAMILY VISA ANY TIME LAG IS MANDATORY by Mohitchauhan26
Hello Sir, I need some information. My Family (Wife and son) are here in muscat on visit visa and i hv done their medical here itself. Now i want to apply for their resident visa. Hence can u plz guide me i can apply Family visa next day once ...
Hello, You can even apply on the same day. You need to attached photocopy of the visa page with EXIT stamp with your application. Thank you. Read More
Mother Visit Visa Information Required
Hello, Following are the requirements: 1. Your salary must be more than RO.600 2. Your salary must be transferred into a bank account 3. 6 months Bank Statement of your bank account showing your transferred salary 4. Your birth certificate or any ... Read More
Family Visa clarification
Hello, You family can enter Oman on the existing visa as long as it is valid. Also when they come here they need to exit Oman for changing the visa from the former employer to new employer. Thank you. Read More
Fresh ACCA grad, what can i expect to be an Acceptable salary by Freshgrad
Greetings Recently i have completed ACCA course from Majan College & University. Now it's time to apply for jobs (UGH!) .. That being said, I will be applying to the Big 4 audit firm's in Muscat.. I have heard in-deifinite rumours from ...
Hello, I believe you are ACCA affiliate now. You need to completed articles/training with a registered firm/co for atleat 3.5 year to become ACCA member. During your articles you would be carrying out different assignments for different clients ... Read More
UK expat looking for advice please.... by Scuderia Shields
Hi, New to this but could really do with some help please! I work in the motor trade which in the UK pays very well but I am very interested in a new life in Muscat. I have recieved the following offer and looked at some potential costs (searched ...
1.3BHK will cost you 600-700 OMR at a decent location 2. Electricity and water for the property will be around 50 OMR 3. Internet and Telephone about 50 OMR 4.Mobile about OMR 100 5. Car rental around 400, so better purchase on monthly EMI, this ... Read More
Pakistani community by AnisMalik
My Name is Anis Sadiq I am from Lahore Pakistan, I am a project Manager. just arrived Muscat few days back and donÂ’t have contact with Local Pakistani community, and donÂ’t know much about Muscat City.i want to network with local Pakistani community ...
Hi Siddiq, I am a Pakistani, living here in Muscat, Oman for the last 7 years. I am a Finance professional and I have some catering business also. I could help you in registering your own sole proprietorship, partnership or a limited liability ... Read More