Fees · Destination Guide
Monsoon-green Arabia topside, shallow wrecks and reefs underwater
Key fee: Oman entry visa or visa-free entry
No fee for eligible 14-day visa-free entry; eVisa fees vary by visa type
Updated Feb 13, 2026 • 14 sources
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
Dhofar is not a pay-to-dive marine park destination with a universal reef tag. Instead, budget for visas (if required), government taxes on hotels, and operator add-ons like nitrox. If you are joining a Hallaniyat Islands itinerary, confirm whether any reserve permissions are needed and whether the operator handles them.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oman entry visa or visa-free entry | No fee for eligible 14-day visa-free entry; eVisa fees vary by visa type Per entry | International visitors |
| Official Oman government channels (confirm requirements before travel) |
Many nationalities can enter visa-free for up to 14 days if they meet conditions (passport validity, onward ticket, hotel booking, insurance, and funds). Longer stays typically require an eVisa. |
| Nitrox surcharge (example from Mirbat operators) | OMR 2 per tank Per nitrox tank | Scuba divers using nitrox | At the dive center | Confirm whether nitrox is available on your dive days and whether your certification is required for fills. |
| Hotel and tourism-related taxes | Often includes 5% VAT plus municipality or tourism taxes (varies by property) Per invoice | Most travelers using hotels and restaurants | Automatically included on hotel and some dining invoices | Taxes and service charges are commonly itemized on bills. Check your booking rate details to understand what is included. |
| Hallaniyat Islands access and reserve compliance | Varies (operator handled) Per trip | Hallaniyat Islands itineraries | Through your liveaboard or safari operator | A maritime buffer zone reserve has been declared around the Al Hallaniyat Islands. Ask your operator about current rules, restricted areas, and any permissions. |
Fee
Per entry
Many nationalities can enter visa-free for up to 14 days if they meet conditions (passport validity, onward ticket, hotel booking, insurance, and funds). Longer stays typically require an eVisa.
Per nitrox tank
Confirm whether nitrox is available on your dive days and whether your certification is required for fills.
Per invoice
Taxes and service charges are commonly itemized on bills. Check your booking rate details to understand what is included.
Per trip
A maritime buffer zone reserve has been declared around the Al Hallaniyat Islands. Ask your operator about current rules, restricted areas, and any permissions.