Oman Bus Travel Oman Bus Travel Visitors in the UAE, opting for a visa status change through bus travel to Oman, are encountering challenges due to a surge in demand, leading to fully booked ‘visa-change packages.’
Capacity Strain and Urgent Reservations: Oman Bus Travel
With buses operating at full capacity, travel advisors stress the importance of proactive planning. To secure the ‘visa-change package,’ travelers are advised to apply “a minimum of ten days before their visit visa expires,” as highlighted by industry experts.
Insights from Travel Agencies
Firoz Maliyakkal, CEO of Tahira Tours and Travels, underscores the urgency, noting a daily influx of over 100 inquiries. Previously, a private aggregator operated three daily bus services. To meet the growing demand, several private agencies have introduced their own bus services, with eight buses fully booked for the next ten days.
Cost-Effective Alternative Amidst Airfare Surge: Oman Bus Travel
The heightened demand is linked to a simultaneous increase in airfare costs, prompting individuals to explore more budget-friendly options.
Shihab Parwad, Managing Director of Rehan Al Jazeera Tourism, explains, “The affordability of bus travel packages to Oman has become a preferred option for many, leading to a notable increase in the demand for this mode of visa change.”
Package Inclusions and Cost Savings
The visa-change package for bus travel ranges from Dh1,000 to Dh1,100, presenting a Dh400 to Dh500 cost difference compared to flights. This comprehensive package includes travel visas to enter Oman, a two-month UAE visit visa, exit fees, and one-night accommodation in Oman.
Flexible Stay Options: Oman Bus Travel
Travelers using the bus services can choose to stay for a day in Oman or return to the Emirates on the same day, depending on the issuance of their UAE visa.
Journey Details and Visa Processing
Private bus es departing from Fish Roundabout in Deira leave at 10 am and cross the UAE-Oman border by 1 pm. After the border crossing, the visa application process begins, typically issued within 10 hours. Visitors then initiate their return journey to the UAE in the afternoon from Oman.
Extended Stay Considerations
In case of visa issuance issues, visitors can stay for up to ten days in Oman. However, starting the next day, a charge of Dh25 per day applies for those extending their stay while waiting for visit visa issuance. Plan your visa change strategically and make the most of cost-effective alternatives with Oman-bound buses.
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