Oman has expanded its cultural visa and residency system to allow the families and first-degree relatives of foreign artists, writers, and cultural entrepreneurs to live and work in the Sultanate, Oman News reported.
Key Changes
- Cultural visa: Granted to foreigners entering Oman for cultural purposes, upon the request and responsibility of the relevant Omani cultural visa holder. The visa must be used within three months of issuance.
- Joining visa: Available to the spouse or first-degree relatives of a foreigner who has entered Oman for cultural purposes, issued at their request and under their responsibility.
- Cultural residency permit: Creates a new residency category for foreigners already in the country for cultural activities.
- Joining residency permit: Granted to the spouse or relatives who arrived through the cultural joining visa.
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