Government advisories for Oman
US State Department
US L3 · Reconsider travelReconsider Travel
Reconsider travel to Oman due to risk of armed conflict and terrorism . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory U.S. government employee travel restrictions As of August 30, 2026, family members may join U.S. government employees who work in Oman. Due to safety risks, U.S. government employees need…
Official notice Source: U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs (travel.state.gov) · updated Oct 23, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
UK · no warningsNo FCDO travel warnings
Latest change: Updated information about regional tensions (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
Official notice Source: gov.uk · updated Oct 27, 2026
Government of Canada
CA 3 · Avoid non-essential travelAvoid non-essential travel
Latest change: Health – editorial change
Official notice Source: travel.gc.ca · updated Aug 6, 2026
Local scams and street crime
- Financial crimes and unpaid bills: Foreign nationals must pay all debts and traffic fines before leaving Oman. You can check if you have outstanding traffic fines via the ROP app or online service: Royal Oman Police Website - Online Services - Traffic Offense Payment . Financial crimes and unpaid bills include: fraud giving somebody a cheque which…
Official notice Source: UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licence v3.0) · updated Oct 27, 2026
LGBT+ and women travellers: what the UK FCDO says
- LGBT+ travellers: Same-sex sexual activity is illegal in Oman.
Official notice Source: UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licence v3.0) · updated Oct 27, 2026
Women, children and family: what governments say
- Women's safety (Government of Canada): Women travelling alone may be subject to some forms of harassment and verbal abuse. Women have been detained when reporting sexual assault, as they must prove that the sex was not consensual to avoid being charged. Oman’s laws criminalize extramarital sex.
- Child custody cases (UK FCDO): The border authorities may prevent children from leaving Oman if they are the subject of a child custody dispute.
Canada: full advisory · UK: entry requirements · UK: safety and security
Official notice Source: Government of Canada and UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licences)
Pregnancy and children: CDC health notes for Oman
- Hepatitis A (children): Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A.
- Measles (children): All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according to CDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel .
- Yellow Fever (children): Travel from countries with risk for YF virus transmission: Vaccine is required for travelers ≥9 months old, with the addition of Rwanda and Tanzania; this includes >12-hour airport transits or layovers in countries with risk for YF virus transmission.
CDC health page for Oman · CDC: pregnant travelers · CDC: traveling with children
Official notice Source: CDC Travelers' Health (US government, public domain). General information, not medical advice: see a doctor or travel clinic before you go.
German Foreign Office
DE · no travel warningNo travel warning
Official notice Source: Auswärtiges Amt · updated Oct 29, 2026
Read the official travel and safety advice
Dutch Foreign Ministry
NL · yellowYellow: be alert, safety risks (regions differ, up to orange)
De kleurcode van het reisadvies is oranje voor de provincie Musandam en het grensgebied van Oman met Jemen. Reis alleen hierheen als het noodzakelijk is. Het is niet veilig er op vakantie te gaan. Lees meer onder Regionale risico’s. Voor de rest van Oman geldt kleurcode geel. U kunt erheen reizen. Maar let op: er zijn
Official notice Source: Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken, Nederland Wereldwijd (open data, CC0) · updated Sep 8, 2026
New Zealand SafeTravel
NZ · level 2Exercise increased caution
Official notice Source: New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, SafeTravel (CC BY 4.0) · updated 09 October 2026
Japan Foreign Ministry
JP L2 · Avoid non-essential travelHighest level: Avoid non-essential travel
Level 2 in 1 area. Areas can differ; the highest level applies only where the ministry says so.
オマーンの危険情報【危険レベルの引下げ】
Official notice Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Overseas Safety Homepage · updated Jun 24, 2026
Each government uses its own scale. Read the full advisory before you book or travel; regional differences inside a country can matter more than the headline level.
Entry requirements for Oman
🇬🇧 British passport holders
- Visa: You can visit Oman for up to 14 days without a visa.
- Passport: To enter Oman, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Read the full UK entry requirements
This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Oman’s current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Oman set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Omani Embassy in the UK.
Passport validity requirements
To enter Oman, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
Dual nationals
When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement. See Dual citizenship.
British-Omani dual nationals
Oman does not recognise dual nationality. If you hold both British and Omani passports, the Omani authorities may confiscate one of your passports.
Visa requirements
You can visit Oman for up to 14 days without a visa.
If you overstay or do not extend your visa or residency, the Omani authorities may fine and detain you. Fines can be up to 10 Omani rials a day, with a total maximum fine of 500 rials.
Applying for a visa
To stay longer than 14 days or for work, study or other reasons, you must have a visa. To avoid the risk of refusal, it’s better to apply for a visa online before you travel – you can select the ‘unsponsored visit visa’ option if you’re a tourist.
You can also get a visit visa on arrival at an airport in Oman.
Checks at border control
At Omani border control, you must be able to show:
- a ticket for return or onward travel
- proof of your accommodation – for example, a hotel booking
- proof of your travel health insurance
Vaccine requirements
You must have a certificate to prove you’ve had a yellow fever vaccination if you’re coming from Rwanda, Tanzania or a country listed as a transmission risk.
For full details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Oman guide.
Customs rules
There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Oman. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.
Taking medicines into Oman
Some UK prescription and over-the-counter medicines are illegal in Oman. Carry a copy of your prescription if you’re bringing medicine. Check with Oman’s Ministry of Health well before you travel.
Official notice Source: UK Foreign Office · updated Oct 27, 2026
🇨🇦 Canadian passport holders
Read the full Canadian entry requirements
Some countries have imposed measures in response to the Ebola disease outbreak. These can include restrictions on entry and health screening measures for travellers having recently visited an affected country. If you are suspected of having symptoms, you may be subject to isolation, quarantine and/or travel restrictions. Contact the authorities of the country you are travelling to for more details.
The authorities of a country or territory decide who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.
We have obtained the information on this page from local authorities. It can, however, change at any time.
Verify this information with the Foreign Representatives in Canada.
The Government of Canada can’t facilitate your entry into or exit from Oman.
Passport
Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you're travelling with.
Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country's entry rules.
Regular Canadian passport
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry to Oman.
Passport for official travel
Different entry rules may apply.
Passport with “X” gender identifier
While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, verify this information with the closest foreign representative for your destination.
You should also be aware that current systems used by some countries and travel companies may not recognize the “X” gender identifier. You may still be asked to provide your sex/gender information as either male or female when travelling.
Other travel documents
Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, verify this information with the closest foreign representative for your destination.
Useful links
- Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics
- Foreign Representatives in Canada
- Canadian passports and other travel documents
The Omani authorities may deny you entry if your passport shows an X in the “sex” field or if it includes an observation to that effect.
Visas
Tourism visa: not required for stays up to 14 days
Business visa: required
Student visa: required
You can obtain and pay for a visa upon arrival at Muscat International Airport. You can also apply for an e-visa before you travel through the Royal Oman Police portal.
Useful links
- Entry visas - Foreign Ministry of Oman
- Oman eVisa - Royal Oman Police
Employment
Omani employers must obtain a work visa and a single-entry for you, either before or after you arrive. Omani employers often insist on retaining foreign employees’ passports as a condition of employment. This practice is illegal. Do not agree to this, as it could restrict your ability to travel and provide leverage to the employer in disputes.
Regional travel
Canadians have been denied entry into Oman because their passports bore an Israeli visa, an Israeli border stamp, or an Egyptian or Jordanian border stamp issued by an office bordering Israel. Such a stamp would indicate the traveller has been in Israel.
Restricted zones
Some areas of the country are considered of strategic importance and cannot be visited without authorization from Omani authorities.
Yellow fever
Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).
Children and travel
Learn about travelling with children.
Official notice Source: Government of Canada · updated Aug 6, 2026
Other passports
Rules depend on your nationality, so we do not guess. Before you book:
- Read your own government's travel advice first (US travellers: State Department page for Oman).
- Not sure what your passport needs? Check the visa rules for your nationality (eVisas visa checker) or compare with VisaHQ. These are affiliate links: if you use their application service we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Official government sites are usually cheaper and are linked above where we have them.
- Check your passport: many countries want it valid for 6 months after arrival and with blank pages.
- Check for an e-visa, travel authorisation or digital arrival card, and any vaccine rules (yellow fever is the common one).
- Ask your airline: they can refuse boarding if your documents do not match the rules.
Entry rules are set by each government and change without notice. This summary is for planning only and is not legal or immigration advice. Confirm on the official government website and with your airline before you book or travel. Voyaggora is not a government agency and does not process visas.
Weather forecast, next days
Muscat
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Rain | Peak wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 12 Nov | Partly cloudy | 28° / 32° | dry | 25 km/h |
| Fri 13 Nov | Clear | 26° / 29° | dry | 28 km/h |
| Sat 14 Nov | Mostly clear | 24° / 28° | dry | 27 km/h |
| Sun 15 Nov | Clear | 22° / 28° | dry | 11 km/h |
| Mon 16 Nov | Light showers | 23° / 27° | dry | 12 km/h |
Live feed Forecast data: MET Norway (Locationforecast, CC BY 4.0), city local time. Forecasts change; for severe weather follow the official warnings above · updated
Essentials for travelers
Emergency 9999
- Plugs: type G
- Power: 240 V, 50 Hz
- Traffic drives on the right
- Tap water: generally safe
- Calling code: +968
Compiled by Voyaggora from IEC World Plugs, government and consular sources. Confidence: high. Check with your embassy or hotel before you rely on it in an emergency.
Local language
عُمان Arabic
Essential phrases in Arabic
| Hello | مرحبا | Marhaba |
|---|---|---|
| Thank you | شكرا | Shukran |
| Help! | النجدة! | An-najda! |
| Where is the hospital? | أين المستشفى؟ | Ayna al-mustashfa? |
| I need the police | أحتاج إلى الشرطة | Ahtaj ila ash-shurta |
| I need a doctor | أحتاج إلى طبيب | Ahtaj ila tabib |
| How much is it? | بكم هذا؟ | Bikam hadha? |
| Where is the toilet? | أين الحمام؟ | Ayna al-hammam? |
Country names come from the Unicode CLDR. Phrases are short standard translations; show them on your phone to ask for help.
Health and safety numbers for Oman
| Measure | Value | Year | What it means | World median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safely managed drinking water % of people | 91.1 | 2024 | Share of people whose drinking water is on their premises, available when needed and free from contamination. Origin: WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme. World Bank data page | 80.6 (151 countries) |
| Doctors per 1,000 people | 1.99 | 2022 | Generalist and specialist doctors for every 1,000 people. Origin: WHO Global Health Workforce Statistics, OECD, country data. World Bank data page | 1.62 (208 countries) |
| Hospital beds per 1,000 people | 0.99 | 2023 | Inpatient beds in public, private and specialist hospitals for every 1,000 people. Origin: WHO, country data. World Bank data page | 2.39 (201 countries) |
| Malaria cases per 1,000 people at risk | 0 | 2024 | New malaria cases in a year for every 1,000 people living in areas where malaria is present. Origin: WHO. World Bank data page | 3.83 (107 countries) |
| Measles vaccination % of children aged 12-23 months | 99 | 2024 | Share of young children who have had a measles vaccine dose. Origin: WHO/UNICEF. World Bank data page | 90 (193 countries) |
| Road traffic deaths per 100,000 people | 10.6 | 2019 | Estimated deaths from road traffic injuries for every 100,000 people. The newest year WHO published is 2019. Origin: WHO. World Bank data page | 14.9 (190 countries) |
| Intentional homicides per 100,000 people | 0.14 | 2023 | Unlawful deaths inflicted on a person with the intent to cause death or serious injury, for every 100,000 people. Origin: UNODC. World Bank data page | 2.61 (196 countries) |
These are yearly statistics, not live data. They are estimates by WHO, UNICEF, IHME and UNODC, republished by the World Bank, and they describe the whole country, not a city or resort. Countries measure and report these figures in different ways, and the year of the newest figure differs from row to row.
Official notice Source: World Bank, World Development Indicators (CC BY 4.0). Underlying estimates by WHO, UNICEF, IHME and UNODC, republished by the World Bank, database updated 2026-11-11. World median worked out by Voyaggora from the same World Bank data (median of countries with data, each country's latest year). · checked
Local laws to know before you go (Government of Canada advice)
Written by the Government of Canada for Canadian travellers. Laws change; the full, current text is on the Government of Canada page.
Drugs
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect lengthy jail sentences and heavy fines. The death penalty could apply.
Respect restrictions concerning the consumption of alcohol. Do not drink alcohol outside licensed hotels. Public intoxication is an offence.
Drugs, alcohol and travel
2SLGBTQI+ persons
The laws of Oman prohibit sexual acts between individuals of the same sex. Oman does not recognize same-sex marriages.
2SLGBTQI+ travellers should carefully consider the risks of travelling to Oman.
Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics
Dress and behaviour
The country’s customs, laws and regulations adhere closely to Islamic practices and beliefs. Dress conservatively, behave discreetly and respect religious and social traditions to avoid offending local sensitivities. It is prohibited to wear military or similar clothing and accessories. Certain public areas may be restricted to men or women only. The work week is from Sunday to Thursday.
Sex outside legal marriage is forbidden. It is against the law to live together or share the same hotel room with someone of the opposite sex to whom you aren’t married or closely related.
[…] shortened here; read the full section.
Photography
Do not take photographs of individuals without prior authorization. It is prohibited to photograph public buildings and military or police vehicles.
Drones
The importation, possession and use of drones, including aerial photography and videography, are strictly regulated in Oman. You must obtain authorization before importing or operating a drone.
Failure to comply with drone regulations may result in severe penalties, including imprisonment, fines, and confiscation of the equipment.
Drone regulations – Oman Civil Aviation Authority
Ramadan
In 2027, the lunar month of Ramadan is expected to begin on or around February 7.
In public, between sunrise and sunset, refrain from:
- drinking
- eating
- smoking
Identification
You must carry photo identification. Keep a photocopy of your passport in a safe place, in case it’s lost or confiscated.
Official notice Source: Government of Canada, Travel Advice and Advisories for Oman. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence - Canada. The text is the Government of Canada's own words, shown unchanged (long entries end at a full stop); Voyaggora adds nothing and interprets nothing (advice last updated September 24, 2026 08:53 EDT; data file generated 2026-10-09). · checked
Taiwan travel warning
- Level 3 (orange) 第三級：橙色避免前往 - 阿曼 - Sultanate of Oman
Chinese label 橙色避免前往 (literally: orange, avoid going) · text is in Chinese: open the original · published
Live feed Source: Bureau of Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Taiwan (BOCA) (dataset data.gov.tw/dataset/116026, Government Open Data License v1.0). The Chinese title is shown unchanged; the English wording of the level is a literal translation by Voyaggora. This is Taiwan's own government warning and does not mean BOCA endorses Voyaggora. · checked
Emergency numbers in Oman
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Police | 112 |
| Ambulance (emergency medical services) | 112 |
| Fire (fire department) | 112 |
From Wikidata (CC0). Wikidata is edited by volunteers and lists a role only where an editor has recorded one; check locally, for example with your embassy or hotel, before you rely on a number.
Live feed Source: Wikidata, Wikidata property P2852 “emergency phone number” · Wikidata data is CC0 (public domain) · checked
Is Oman on the UK visa national list?
Oman is not on the list of nationalities that need a visa for a visit (check the rules for your purpose).
List: Immigration Rules Appendix Visitor: Visa national list, paragraph VN 1.1(a), 115 countries and territorial entities. Latest change recorded by GOV.UK: Mar 5, 2026. This is only the visa national list; the Rules contain other conditions, so read the full page on GOV.UK.
Official notice Source: GOV.UK, UK Home Office · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 · checked
Is Oman on the US Visa Waiver Program list (ESTA)?
Oman is not on the list of countries DHS shows as currently designated for the US Visa Waiver Program.
DHS page “Last Updated”: Oct 28, 2026. The page lists countries; whether a particular traveller qualifies is set by DHS, see the page.
Official notice Source: Visa Waiver Program, US Department of Homeland Security · US government work, not subject to copyright (17 U.S.C. § 105) · checked
Canada visitor visa processing time for applications made from Oman
IRCC’s processing-time tool answers the question “Where are you applying from?”. For visitor-visa applications made from Oman, it shows:
- 58 days: Visitor visa (from outside Canada)
IRCC’s own figures, as of November 4, 2026. IRCC says: “Your application may take longer than the times shown here. They’re not a maximum or a guarantee.” The time depends on where the application is made, not on citizenship, and whether a visa or an eTA is needed depends on the traveller; check IRCC. Tool and details: IRCC check processing times.
Live feed Source: Check processing times, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada · checked
More governments' travel advice for Oman
Australia: Smartraveller (DFAT)
AU · Reconsider your need to travel
“Reconsider your need to travel to Oman overall due to the unpredictable security situation in Oman and the region.”
Smartraveller page last changed Oct 23, 2026 · level and wording as published (text shortened to its opening sentences where long)
Read the official Australian advice
Live feed Source: Smartraveller (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 licence; terms on the Smartraveller copyright page). Attribution: “Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade's Smartraveller website - www.smartraveller.gov.au”. Not an endorsement of Voyaggora by the Australian Government. Checked .
Belgium: FPS Foreign Affairs
Belgium publishes its advice as text. The opening text of its ‘Laatste update’ page (in Dutch):
“Oman is over het algemeen een stabiel en rustig land maar bevindt zich in een bijzonder volatiele regio, hetgeen een impact kan hebben op de veiligheidssituatie in het land.”
Laatst bijgewerkt op (last updated) Aug 12, 2026 · text quoted unchanged, long text shortened to its opening sentences
Read the official Belgian advice (Dutch) · Translate to English
Live feed Source: diplomatie.belgium.be, FPS Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation, Belgium. Information free of rights (Creative Commons-0), legal notice. Source and date shown as the ministry recommends. Checked .
France: Conseils aux voyageurs (France Diplomatie)
FR · see wording
“L’intégralité du pays est en zone de vigilance renforcée, à l'exception des régions de Salalah, de Douqm et de Moussandam, où les déplacements sont déconseillés, sauf raison impérative.”
Alerts France lists for this country (titles as published, in French):
- Situation sécuritaire · en ligne le Oct 29, 2026
Sécurité: mise à jour le Sep 15, 2026; zones: actualisation le Jul 17, 2026; alerts page: mise à jour le Oct 29, 2026 · text quoted unchanged
Read the official French advice (French) · Alerts page · Translate to English
Live feed Source: diplomatie.gouv.fr, Ministère de l’Europe et des Affaires étrangères (France Diplomatie), Conseils aux voyageurs. Licence Ouverte / Open Licence version 2.0 (avril 2017), mentions légales; the source and the date of last update are shown as the licence requires. Excerpts are reproduced unchanged and may not show the whole advice: read the full official page. Not an endorsement of Voyaggora by the French government. Checked .
Each government’s own words and date, shown side by side. Voyaggora does not compare or rank them.
U.S. Embassy alerts
- Embassy alert
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Muscat – November 7, 2026 Read on the embassy site - Embassy alert
Travel Advisory: Oman October 2026 Read on the embassy site - Embassy alert
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Muscat – October 18, 2026 Read on the embassy site - Embassy alert
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Muscat – October 8, 2026 Read on the embassy site
Live feed Source: U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy and Consulate websites (public alerts for U.S. citizens; US government works) · checked
Embassy alerts
- Embassy alert
【リマインド：要回答】中東情勢を踏まえた在留状況調査へのご協力のお願い Original · Translate to English - Embassy alert
【要回答】中東情勢を踏まえた在留状況調査へのご協力のお願い Original · Translate to English
Live feed Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Overseas Safety Homepage (open data; alerts from Japanese embassies, shown in Japanese as published) · checked
More live hazards and notices
Getting around
- Planets tonight Above the horizon after dark (about 18:51 local): Saturn. Calculated from astronomy (astral, Astronomy Engine) and the IANA time zone database.
Weather, sea and nature
- Sea temperature today: Muscat about 29°C (84°F). Source: NOAA OISST satellite analysis (NOAA CoastWatch), reading of 2026-11-09; checked .
- UV index forecast, Muscat: peak 6.4 (high) around 08:00 UTC (Thu) in the next 24 hours, if the sky is clear. Cloud lowers it; protect your skin from 3 upward. Source: MET Norway (NLOD 2.0 and CC BY 4.0), forecast of 2026-11-12 01:17 UTC. Checked .
- Tides today (local time): Muscat: high 09:53 (2.5 m), low 16:52 (0.6 m), high 00:02 (2.8 m), low 05:46 (1.9 m); heights in metres above LAT · Predicted from harmonic constants, astronomical tide only: wind, storms and air pressure change real water levels, and this is not for navigation; check the national tide table. Neaps tide database (https://github.com/openwatersio/tide-database); TICON-4 tide constants (Hart-Davis, Dettmering and Seitz 2025, https://doi.org/10.17882/109129, CC BY 4.0).
- Reef water temperature and heat stress Reef water off Oman is 28.6 to 29.4 °C in NOAA's daily reading for 10 Nov (station area "dhofar"). Accumulated heat stress is 4.6 degree heating weeks, at a level where significant bleaching is likely (4 or more on NOAA's scale). · Source: NOAA Coral Reef Watch virtual stations (public domain); checked 03:37 UTC.
Safety, strikes and public order
- In the news, last 24 hours:
- 24 articles about armed conflict
Live feed News signals: The GDELT Project, counting English-language news articles from the last 24 hours. Headlines belong to their publishers and are not verified by Voyaggora. Newest data .
Events, holidays and sport
- Next public holidays: National Day (Fri 20 Nov); Isra' and Mi'raj (expected Tue 5 Jan); Sultan's Accession Day (Mon 11 Jan) · Shops, banks and attractions may close and prices rise. Dates marked expected follow the lunar calendar and can differ by a day. Computed with the open-source python-holidays library (MIT); check the official calendar.
- Solar eclipse A partial solar eclipse on 2 August 2027 covers about 50% of the sun in Muscat. Use certified eclipse glasses. Calculated from astronomy (astral, Astronomy Engine) and the IANA time zone database.
Other live notices
- Daylight today in Muscat (capital): sunrise 06:18, sunset 17:22 (11 h 03 min of daylight, local time Asia/Muscat); moon: waxing crescent, about 5% lit. Calculated from astronomy (NOAA solar-position equations), accurate to a couple of minutes; not an official feed. Moon phase from the mean lunar cycle. Updated .
- Light and clocks in Muscat (capital): Golden hour (soft photo light) 06:18 to 06:50 and 16:50 to 17:22; blue hour after sunset 17:22 to 17:55; daylight is shrinking by 1 minute a day. No clock change is scheduled in the next 14 months. Local time in Muscat: UTC+4. Calculated from astronomy and the international time-zone database; governments can change clock rules at short notice, so check before you travel. Not an official feed.
- Big Mac price A Big Mac (the Economist’s price gauge) cost 1.53 OMR, or US$3.97, in Oman in the July 2026 survey (United States: US$6.22). · Source: big-mac-data; CC BY 4.0, data from The Economist Big Mac index (licence); prices rounded to two decimals for display; checked 00:07 UTC
Live feed Sources: NOAA / NWS (ash advisories from the ICAO Volcanic Ash Advisory Centres, aurora from the Space Weather Prediction Center), USGS, GeoNet New Zealand (CC BY 3.0 NZ) · checked
Model estimates, next 24 hoursOman
- Model forecast Next 24 hours in Muscat (model forecast, not an official forecast): 23.8 to 29.5°C, 0.9 mm of rain, gusts to 20 km/h, cloud 91%. Derived from the NOAA GFS model output via the NOAA Open Data Dissemination programme. NOAA does not endorse this site.
- Sea state Sea off Oman in the next 24 hours (model, open water only): waves about 0.5 m, up to 1.7 m on the most exposed stretch. Not a swimming or boating safety signal: follow local flags and warnings. Derived from the NOAA GFS-Wave model output via the NOAA Open Data Dissemination programme. NOAA does not endorse this site.
- Air (model) Fine particles (PM2.5) in Muscat, modelled for the next 24 hours: about 24 µg/m³, 1.6 times the WHO 24-hour guideline of 15 µg/m³. A model estimate for the city, not a measurement. Derived from the NOAA GEFS-Aerosols model output via the NOAA Open Data Dissemination programme. NOAA does not endorse this site.
These are computer-model estimates from NOAA open model data (model run 11 Nov 18:00 UTC), not official forecasts, measurements or warnings. The official advisories, warnings and live sources for Oman are listed on this page.
Pictures from space and the weather agenciesOman
Credits: We acknowledge the use of imagery provided by services from NASA's Global Imagery Browse Services (GIBS), part of NASA's Earth Science Data and Information System (ESDIS). NOAA pictures are public domain and shown unaltered; this is not an endorsement by NOAA. Click a picture to open it at its source.
Airspace warning
- Airspace of the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman
Issued Jul 13, 2026 · valid until 16/11/2026 unless reviewed earlier
Airlines can reroute, delay or cancel flights that cross affected airspace. Check with your airline before you travel.
Live feed Source: EASA Conflict Zone Information Bulletins · checked
Health and vaccines
Vaccines, malaria and yellow-fever certificate rules: TravelHealthPro country pages (UK Health Security Agency), CDC destination pages, UK Foreign Office health advice. Ask a travel clinic 6 to 8 weeks before you go.
Airport weather right now
| Airport | Temperature | Wind | Visibility | Conditions | Reported |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muscat/Seeb OOMS | 29°C / 84°F | 4 kt from 230° | 6+ mi | Clear flying weather | |
| Salalah OOSA | 24°C / 75°F | 3 kt from 350° | 6+ mi | Clear flying weather |
Live feed Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center · checked
Money
1 US dollar ≈ 0.38 OMR · 1 euro ≈ 0.43 OMR
Central-bank reference rate for Nov 11, 2026. Your card or exchange desk will differ.
Live feed Source: Frankfurter · checked
Official sources for Oman
- Weather service: Directorate General of Meteorology
- Weather warnings: Weather warnings
- Health ministry: Ministry of Health
- Main airport or aviation authority: Oman Airports
- Road conditions: Ministry of Transport
- Railways: Oman Rail
- Official tourism board: Experience Oman
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Quick answers: is it safe to travel to Oman?
- Is it safe to travel to Oman right now?
- Some governments advise against non-essential travel to Oman. As of Nov 12, 03:43 UTC. The US State Department rates Oman Level 3 of 4, "Reconsider travel". Canada says "Avoid non-essential travel". The UK FCDO has no warnings against travel to Oman. Advisory levels change and can vary by region within a country: check the official page before you travel. Sources: US State Department Canada UK FCDO.
- Are there any active weather or hazard alerts in Oman right now?
- As of Nov 12, 03:43 UTC, Travel Live shows these live hazard and alert sections for Oman: U.S. Embassy alerts, embassy alerts, more live hazards and notices, an airspace warning. Each one on this page names its official source and the time it was checked. Worldwide storms, earthquakes and disasters are on the Travel Live hub.
- What do the advisory levels mean?
- US State Department: Level 1 exercise normal precautions, Level 2 exercise increased caution, Level 3 reconsider travel, Level 4 do not travel. Canada: take normal security precautions, exercise a high degree of caution, avoid non-essential travel, avoid all travel. UK FCDO: it advises against all travel, or all but essential travel, to the whole country or to parts of it, or has no warnings. Each government uses its own scale, so the levels are not directly comparable.
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Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. Voyaggora summarises official sources and is not a government service; always confirm with the official advisory before you travel.