After obtaining the work permit from the Ministry of Labour, the next step to bring a domestic worker to Oman is applying for the Housemaid Visa through the Royal Oman Police (ROP). This guide covers the complete visa application process, fees, and requirements for 2026.
⚡ Quick Facts
| 🏛️ Issuing Authority | Royal Oman Police (ROP) |
| 📋 Prerequisite | Valid MOL Work Permit must be obtained first |
| 📋 Minimum Age | 21 years at time of application |
| ⏱️ Visa Validity | 2 years (renewable) |
| 🌐 Apply Online | rop.gov.om |
| 📞 ROP Enquiries | 1500 |
✅ Visa Eligibility Conditions
- ✅ Worker must be at least 21 years old at time of application
- ✅ Worker must not hold any other valid Oman visa
- ✅ Worker passport must be valid for at least 6 months
- ✅ MOL work permit must be valid and current
- ✅ All required documents must be valid and complete
- ✅ Fees are non-refundable once paid
📋 Required Documents
- ✅ Valid MOL Work Permit (original and copy)
- ✅ Employer's valid Omani ID or residence card
- ✅ Domestic worker's valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
- ✅ Medical fitness certificate from approved centre
- ✅ Passport-size photos of the worker
- ✅ Completed ROP visa application form
🔄 How to Apply — Step by Step
The housemaid visa cannot be applied for without a valid MOL work permit. Complete that process first.
Visit rop.gov.om and login to submit the housemaid visa application electronically.
Attach all required documents including work permit, employer ID, and worker passport.
Pay the visa fee online through the ROP payment portal.
Once the visa is approved and issued, the worker can travel to Oman on the housemaid visa.
After arrival in Oman, the employer must complete the residence card registration through ROP within the required period.
🔄 Renewing the Housemaid Visa
📋 To renew the domestic worker's residence permit in Oman:
- Worker's passport must be valid for at least 6 months
- Worker must be inside Oman at time of renewal
- The work contract must first be renewed by MOL
- A new medical test (Ministry of Health approved) is required
- Apply through the ROP portal at rop.gov.om
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can a domestic worker enter Oman on a tourist visa and then convert to a work visa?
No — domestic workers must enter Oman on a valid housemaid/domestic worker visa issued through the ROP based on the MOL work permit. Tourist visa conversion for domestic workers is not permitted.
What is the minimum age for a domestic worker coming to Oman?
The minimum age is 21 years at the time of visa application. Workers under 21 are not eligible regardless of their qualifications.
How long does the ROP visa processing take?
ROP processes housemaid visas within approximately 3–7 working days after all documents are submitted correctly online.
Do I need to renew the MOL work permit and the ROP visa separately?
Yes — the MOL work permit and the ROP residence/visa are separate processes. The MOL contract renewal must happen first, followed by the ROP residence renewal.
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📌 Source: Oman e-Government — Get Housemaid Visa — Updated 2026. Always verify at mol.gov.om