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Oman travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Oman with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Oman.
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Oman travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Oman with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| Oman - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Time difference | UK +4 hours |
| Language(s) | Arabic, English |
| Currency | Omani Rial |
| Electricity | G plug (240V) |
| Driving side | Right |
| Visa✝ | Yes |
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Oman tourist information
✝ = requirements for UK travellers.
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Oman weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum daytime temperature °C |  25 |
 26 |
 29 |
 34 |
39 |
40 |
38 |
36 |
36 |
34 |
30 |
26 |
| Hours of sunshine (daily) | ||||||||||||
| Days with some rainfall |  1 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
| Sea temperature °C |  24 |
 23 |
24 |
 27 |
 30 |
31 |
31 |
30 |
30 |
 29 |
28 |
25 |
The Oman weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Muscat.
Oman travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Oman from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Oman - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Oman - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Oman - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Oman - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Oman - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Oman - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Oman.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Oman travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Oman with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Oman - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Oman - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Oman - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Oman, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Oman covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Oman with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Oman - Ministry of Health, Sultanate of Oman
- Coronavirus timeline in Oman - Our World in Data
Oman travel features
Do you want to learn more about Oman? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Oman.
Oman FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Oman including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Oman due to Covid-19?
Oman is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Oman.
Check out Ministry of Health, Sultanate of Oman for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Oman?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Oman. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the time difference between Oman and the UK?
The time difference between Oman and the UK is UK time+4 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Oman?
The main languages spoken in Oman are Arabic and English.
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What is the currency in Oman?
The currency in Oman is the Omani Rial (OMR).
Send money to Oman with XE Money Transfers*.
Which plugs are used in Oman?
Oman uses electrical plug type G (240 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Oman?
They drive on the right side of the road in Oman.
Find out more about driving in Oman with International Drivers Association*.
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