Oman introduces visa free travel to boost tourism
As part of an effort to revamp its tourism industry, Oman announced last week that it was launching visa free travel for nationals from 103 countries, Al-Monitor reports
Oman introduces visa free travel to boost tourism
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Oman introduces visa free travel to boost tourism

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Eurasia 13/04/2023 09:35

As part of an effort to revamp its tourism industry, Oman announced last week that it was launching visa free travel for nationals from 103 countries, Al-Monitor reports

This move is part of Oman’s wider effort to increase its global standing as a hub for international tourism, which is a central component of its plan to diversify its economy, the news site explains.
Nizwa (Photo: AFP/Giuseppe Cacace)
In doing so, the sultanate aims to create more than 500,000 jobs and earn the country $22.5 billion in tourism revenue by 2040. "However, effectively distinguishing itself from its neighbours, such as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia, and successfully showcasing what it has to offer on the international stage will be key if the nation is to meet its goals," Al-Monitor notes.

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