--- title: Moving to Oman: Visas, Costs & Immigrant Guide description: Oman is a favorable destination for individuals and families looking to relocate for work, study, or family reunification. Its rich culture, beautiful landscape image: https://migrantiq.com/og/default.png --- Skip to content Advertisement728 × 90AdSense zone Oman flag [/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fflagcdn.com%2Fw80%2Fom.png&w=3840&q=75] MOVING TO OMAN: VISAS, COST OF LIVING & IMMIGRANT GUIDE Oman flag [/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fflagcdn.com%2Fw320%2Fom.png&w=3840&q=75] Moving to Oman: this free immigrant guide covers cost of living, visa options, banking, healthcare, laws, and settlement steps for living in Oman. Always confirm rules on the official immigration portal. Immigration rules and fees change frequently. Confirm current requirements on official government or embassy websites. Oman is a favorable destination for individuals and families looking to relocate for work, study, or family reunification. Its rich culture, beautiful landscapes, and welcoming atmosphere make it appealing to expatriates. The capital city, Muscat, offers various opportunities, making it a popular choice for job seekers and students. Understanding visa requirements and entry conditions is essential for a easier move during your first 90 days in the country.\n\nWhen planning your move, consider visa options such as Employment Visas for job seekers and Family/Spouse Visas for those joining relatives. Familiarizing yourself with local customs and regulations will aid your integration into Omani society. Focus on establishing a routine, securing temporary housing, and connecting with local communities to enhance your experience in Oman. Last updated 2026-05-17Official immigration portal ↗ [https://evisa.rop.gov.om/] Review due soon MigrantIQ research desk [/about/editorial/]3 min readData confidence: 82/100 12 published visa guides · 3 editorially reviewed in Q4 2026 Save to planner Verify before you move MigrantIQ provides general migration information, not legal advice. Always verify critical steps with official government sources or a licensed advisor before paying fees or submitting documents. Terms [/terms/]Privacy [/privacy/]Report an issue [/contact/] AT A GLANCE: LIVING IN OMAN Quick signals for cost of living, salary, healthcare, and safety before you dig into visas and settlement. Capital Muscat Region Asia (Western Asia) Currency OMR Cost of Living Index 43.6 Net Monthly Salary 8857 Healthcare Universal/Beveridge Safety Index N/A Rent Index 13.2 Quality Index N/A COST OF LIVING IN OMAN The cost of living in Oman is moderate, with a cost of living index of 43.6. Rent is affordable, as indicated by a rent index of 13.2, making it easier for newcomers to find housing. The typical net monthly salary of 8,857 OMR allows many expatriates to maintain a comfortable lifestyle, although costs may vary by city or region. Researching specific areas can provide a clearer understanding of potential expenses. OMAN COUNTRY PROFILE In-depth facts & data for living in Oman on this page· Updated 2026-06-02 8 sections Oman occupies the southeastern corner of the Arabian Peninsula. Oman has three distinct topographical regions. The first consists of two flat, relatively fertile coastal strips up to 20 miles wide: one in the north stretching from the Muscat capital area to the border with the U.A.E., and one surrounding the southern c… Demographics & populationPopulation size, age structure, migration, ethnicity, language, education, and health indicatorsEconomyGDP, employment, industries, public finance, and currencyGovernment & politicsGovernment structure, legal system, citizenship, and international relationsGeography & environmentLocation, land area, terrain, climate, and natural resourcesTradeImports, exports, and trading partnersTravel & safetySafety, crime, medical care, and travel conditions for visitors and newcomersInfrastructureTransport, communications, and energyNational symbolsAnthem and national symbols For planning only. Always verify immigration and legal rules on official government sites. DEMOGRAPHICS & POPULATION IN OMAN: PLANNING NOTES 237 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Oman. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Demographics & population in Oman for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Oman-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Oman sits in Western Asia, Asia, with Muscat as the capital. Common working and school languages in the dataset include Arabic (official), English, Baluchi, Urdu and Indian dialects. English proficiency is listed as medium. Population and age figures on this page are planning signals, not a substitute for census releases or visa eligibility rules. Oman occupies the southeastern corner of the Arabian Peninsula. Oman has three distinct topographical regions. The first consists of two flat, relatively fertile coastal strips up to 20 miles Early practical steps people actually use in Oman include: Confirm visa status and entry conditions before booking travel; Prepare temporary housing and proof of address where required; Set up local phone, banking, tax, and health coverage steps; Save emergency numbers, official portals, and scam-reporting channels. Treat the list as a reminder, not a filing checklist. When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://evisa.rop.gov.om/ (Royal Oman Police, Directorate General of Passports & Residency) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Population overview; Age & family; Migration; Ethnicity & language; Education; Health & living conditions. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: DEMOGRAPHICS & POPULATION POPULATION OVERVIEW Show 5 5 facts — expand for details. Population 4,664,844 Population - note note: immigrants make up over 40% of the total population, according to UN data Population Growth Rate 2.06% Urban Population 73.400000 [tel:73400000] Population in Major Urban Areas MUSCAT (capital) 743,000 AGE & FAMILY Show 8 8 facts — expand for details. Age Structure 30.140000 [tel:30140000] Median Age 24.700000 [tel:24700000] Birth Rate - births/1,000 population 24 Death Rate - deaths/1,000 population 3.4 Total Fertility Rate - children born/woman 2.86 Contraceptive Prevalance Rate - female 12-49 31.7% Contraceptive Prevalence Rate - female 12-49 31.7% Sex Ratio at Birth - male/female 1.050000 [tel:1050000] MIGRATION Hide Net Migration Rate - migrant(s)/1,000 population -0.47 ETHNICITY & LANGUAGE Hide Ethnic Groups Arab, Baluchi, South Asian (Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, Bangladeshi), African Nationality Noun Omani(s) EDUCATION Show 5 5 facts — expand for details. Literacy - total population 81.4% Literacy - male 83.1% Literacy - female 67.2% Education Expenditures - percent of GDP 4.3% Total School Life Expectancy - (primary to tertiary) 14.000000 [tel:14000000] HEALTH & LIVING CONDITIONS Show 11 11 facts — expand for details. Life Expectancy at Birth 74.720000 [tel:74720000] Infant Mortality Rate 14.460000 [tel:14460000] Infant Mortality Rate - total deaths/1,000 live births 14.460000 [tel:14460000] Maternal Mortality Rate - deaths/100,000 live births 32 Physicians Density - physicians/1,000 population 2.05 Hospital Bed Density - beds/1,000 population 1.8 Health Expenditures - percent of GDP 2.3% Obesity - adult prevalence rate 20.9% Drinking Water Source - percent of urban population improved 95.500000 [tel:95500000] Sanitation Facility Access - percent of urban population improved 97.300000 [tel:97300000] Underweight - percent of children under five years 8.6% ECONOMY IN OMAN: PLANNING NOTES 218 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Oman. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Economy in Oman for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Oman-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. People comparing Oman with other destinations usually start with wages, rent, and tax, not headline GDP. GDP per capita in the planning dataset is about 46,200. Recent growth is listed at 4.4 percent. Unemployment is listed at 15 percent. A typical net monthly salary signal is 8,857. The cost-of-living index is 44. The rent index is 13. A city-centre 1-bed rent signal is 422. A monthly groceries signal is 212. Purchasing-power index: 153. Local currency code: OMR. City prices vary, and these indexes do not replace a job offer or a proof-of-funds check. Oman occupies the southeastern corner of the Arabian Peninsula. Oman has three distinct topographical regions. The first consists of two flat, relatively fertile coastal strips up to 20 miles When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://evisa.rop.gov.om/ (Royal Oman Police, Directorate General of Passports & Residency) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Economic overview; GDP & growth; Prices & money; Employment & labor; Public finance. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: ECONOMY ECONOMIC OVERVIEW Show 4 4 facts — expand for details. Economic Overview Oman is heavily dependent on oil and gas resources, which can generate between and 68% and 85% of government revenue, depending on fluctuations in commodity prices. In 2016, low global oil prices drove Oman’s budget deficit to $13.8 billion, or approximately 20% of GDP, but the budget deficit is estimated to have reduced to 12% of GDP in 2017 as Oman reduced government subsidies. As of January 2018, Oman has sufficient foreign assets to support its currency’s fixed exchange rates. It is issuing debt to cover its deficit. Oman is using enhanced oil recovery techniques to boost production, but it has simultaneously pursued a development plan that focuses on diversification, industrialization, and privatization, with the objective of reducing the oil sector's contribution to GDP. The key components of the government's diversification strategy are tourism, shipping and logistics, mining, manufacturing, and aquaculture. Muscat also has notably focused on creating more Omani jobs to employ the rising number of nationals entering the workforce. However, high social welfare benefits - that had increased in the wake of the 2011 Arab Spring - have made it impossible for the government to balance its budget in light of current oil prices. In response, Omani officials imposed austerity measures on its gasoline and diesel subsidies in 2016. These spending cuts have had only a moderate effect on the government’s budget, which is projected to again face a deficit of $7.8 billion in 2018. Industries crude oil production and refining, natural gas production, construction, cement, copper GDP - per capita (PPP) $46,200.00 (USD) GDP - real growth rate 4.4% GDP & GROWTH Show 9 9 facts — expand for details. GDP - Gross Domestic Product (PPP) $135,790,000,000 (USD) GDP Per Capita $46,200.00 (USD) GDP - real growth rate 4.4% GDP - official exchange rate $60,180,000,000 (USD) GDP - composition, by end use * consumption: 35.8% government * consumption: 23.8% investment in fixed * capital: 31.8% investment in * inventories: -0.9% exports of goods and * services: 57.1% imports of goods and * services: -47.6% GDP by Sector- agriculture 1.4% GDP by Sector- Industry 52% GDP by Sector- services 46.6% Industrial Growth Rate 4.5% PRICES & MONEY Show 5 5 facts — expand for details. Inflation Rate 4% Exchange Rate per US Dollar Omani rial (OMR) Currency Name and Code Omani Rial (OMR) Fiscal Year calendar year Commercial Bank Prime Lending Rate 5.8% EMPLOYMENT & LABOR Show 4 4 facts — expand for details. Labor Force 968,800 Unemployment Rate 15% Major Industries crude oil production and refining, natural gas production, construction, cement, copper Agriculture Products * dates, limes, bananas, alfalfa, vegetables * camels, cattle * fish PUBLIC FINANCE Show 4 4 facts — expand for details. Annual Budget $20,500,000,000 (USD) Public Debt (% of GDP) 7.5% Budget Surplus or Deficit - percent of GDP -1.3% Taxes and other revenues - percent of GDP 42% GOVERNMENT & POLITICS IN OMAN: PLANNING NOTES 236 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Oman. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Government & politics in Oman for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Oman-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Oman's government and legal structure matters for visas, ID, tax residence, and later naturalization. The immigration authority in our records is Royal Oman Police, Directorate General of Passports & Residency. Confirm current forms and fees on https://evisa.rop.gov.om/. In the planning dataset, permanent residence is listed at 18 years of qualifying stay; dual citizenship is listed as restricted. Oman occupies the southeastern corner of the Arabian Peninsula. Oman has three distinct topographical regions. The first consists of two flat, relatively fertile coastal strips up to 20 miles Early practical steps people actually use in Oman include: Confirm visa status and entry conditions before booking travel; Prepare temporary housing and proof of address where required; Set up local phone, banking, tax, and health coverage steps; Save emergency numbers, official portals, and scam-reporting channels. Treat the list as a reminder, not a filing checklist. When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://evisa.rop.gov.om/ (Royal Oman Police, Directorate General of Passports & Residency) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Identity & names; Political system; Capital & time; International role. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: GOVERNMENT & POLITICS IDENTITY & NAMES Show 8 8 facts — expand for details. Full Country Name Sultanate of Oman Country Name Oman Local - Long Saltanat Uman Local - Short Uman Former Name Sultanate of Muscat and Oman Etymology- history of name the origin of the name is uncertain, but it apparently dates back at least 2,000 years since an "Omana" is mentioned by Pliny the Elder (1st century A.D.) and an "Omanon" by Ptolemy (2nd century A.D.) Independence 1650 (expulsion of the Portuguese) National Holiday National Day, 18 November; note - celebrates Oman's independence from Portugal in 1650 and the birthday of Sultan QABOOS bin Said al Said, who reigned from 1970 to 2020 POLITICAL SYSTEM Show 10 10 facts — expand for details. Government Type absolute monarchy Constitution * history: promulgated by royal decree 6 November 1996 (the Basic Law of the Sultanate of Oman serves as the constitution); amended by royal decree in 2011 * amendments: promulgated by the sultan or proposed by the Council of Oman and drafted by a technical committee as stipulated by royal decree and then promulgated through royal decree; amended by royal decree 2011, 2021 Legal System: mixed legal system of Anglo-Saxon law and Islamic law Executive Branch: * chief of state: Sultan and Prime Minister HAITHAM bin Tarik Al Said (since 11 January 2020); note - the monarch is both chief of state and head of government * head of government: Sultan and Prime HAITHAM bin Tarik Al Said (since 11 January 2020) * cabinet: Cabinet appointed by the monarch Legislative Branch: * Description: bicameral Council of Oman or Majlis Oman consists of: Council of State or Majlis al-Dawla (87 seats including the chairman; members appointed by the sultan from among former government officials and prominent educators, businessmen, and citizens; members serve 4-year term) Consultative Assembly or Majlis al-Shura (90 seats; members directly elected in single- and 2-seat constituencies by simple majority popular vote to serve renewable 4-year terms) * Elections: Council of State - last appointments on 8 November 2023 (next appointments in November 2027) Consultative Assembly - last held on 29 October 2023 (next to be held in October 2027) * Election Results: Council of State - 87 nonpartisan members were appointed by the sultan; * Composition: men 59, women 18, percent of women 20.7% Consultative Assembly percent of vote by party - NA; seats by party - NA; 90 nonpartisan members were elected (organized political parties in Oman are legally banned); * Composition: 90 men, 0 women; * Note: total Council of Oman percent of women 20.7% Judicial Branch: * office: judges nominated by the 9-member Supreme Judicial Council (chaired by the monarch) and appointed by the monarch; judges appointed for life * subordinate courts: Courts of Appeal; Administrative Court; Courts of First Instance; sharia courts; magistrates' courts; military courts Regions or States: 11 governorates (muhafazat, singular - muhafaza); Ad Dakhiliyah, Al Buraymi, Al Wusta, Az Zahirah, Janub al Batinah (Al Batinah South), Janub ash Sharqiyah (Ash Sharqiyah South), Masqat (Muscat), Musandam, Shamal al Batinah (Al Batinah North), Shamal ash Sharqiyah (Ash Sharqiyah North), Zufar (Dhofar) Political Parties and Leaders: * none; * Note: organized political parties are legally banned in Oman, and loyalties tend to form around tribal affiliations Suffrage: * 21 years of age * universal * note - members of the military and security forces by law cannot vote Citizenship Criteria: * birth: no citizenship by descent * only: the father must be a citizen of Oman dual citizenship * recognized: no residency requirement for * naturalization: unknown CAPITAL & TIME Hide Capital Name Muscat Capital - geographic coordinate 23 37 N, 58 35 E Capital Time Difference UTC+4 (9 hours ahead of Washington, DC, during Standard Time) INTERNATIONAL ROLE Show 4 4 facts — expand for details. International Organization Participation: * ABEDA * AFESD * AMF * CAEU * FAO * G-77 * GCC * IAEA * IBRD * ICAO * ICC (NGOs) * IDA * IDB * IFAD * IFC * IHO * ILO * IMF * IMO * IMSO * Interpol * IOC * IPU * ISO * ITSO * ITU * LAS * MIGA * NAM * OIC * OPCW * UN * UNCTAD * UNESCO * UNIDO * UNWTO * UPU * WCO * WFTU (NGOs) * WHO * WIPO * WMO * WTO International Law Organization Participation: has not submitted an ICJ jurisdiction declaration; non-party state to the ICCt Diplomatic Representation from US: * Chief of Mission: Ambassador Ana ESCROGIMA (since 4 December 2023) * Embassy: P.C. 115, Madinat Al Sultan Qaboos, Muscat * Mailing Address: 6220 Muscat Place, Washington DC 20521 * Telephone: [968] 2464-3400 [tel:24643400] * FAX: [968] 2464-3740 [tel:24643740] * Email: ConsularMuscat@state.gov * Website: https://om.usembassy.gov/ [https://om.usembassy.gov/] Diplomatic Representation in the US: * Chief of Mission: Ambassador Moosa Hamdan Moosa AL TAI (since 17 February 2021) * Chancery: 2535 Belmont Road, NW, Washington, DC 20008 * Telephone: [1] (202) 387-1980 [tel:2023871980] * FAX: [1] (202) 745-4933 [tel:2027454933] * Email: washington@fm.gov.om * Website: https://www.culturaloffice.info/aboutomaniembassy [https://www.culturaloffice.info/aboutomaniembassy] GEOGRAPHY & ENVIRONMENT IN OMAN: PLANNING NOTES 158 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Oman. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Geography & environment in Oman for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Oman-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Oman's capital is Muscat in Western Asia, Asia. Traffic keeps to the right. Geography here is for settlement planning: climate, distance to work, and which city you can actually afford, not a travel brochure. Oman occupies the southeastern corner of the Arabian Peninsula. Oman has three distinct topographical regions. The first consists of two flat, relatively fertile coastal strips up to 20 miles When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://evisa.rop.gov.om/ (Royal Oman Police, Directorate General of Passports & Residency) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Location & size; Physical geography; Climate & time; Climate; Environment. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: GEOGRAPHY & ENVIRONMENT LOCATION & SIZE Show 7 7 facts — expand for details. Geographic Location Middle East Geographic Coordinates 21 00 N, 57 00 E Total Area 119,498 Square Miles 309,500 Square Kilometers Land Area 119,498 Square Miles 309,500 Square Kilometers Land Boundaries 854 Miles 1,374 Kilometers Border Countries Saudi Arabia 676 km, UAE 410 km, Yemen 288 km Coastline 1,300 Miles 2,092 Kilometers PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY Show 6 6 facts — expand for details. Terrain central desert plain, rugged mountains in north and south Highest Point 2,980 Meters Highest Point Location Jabal Shams 2,980 m Lowest Point Location Arabian Sea 0 m Natural Resources petroleum, copper, asbestos, some marble, limestone, chromium, gypsum, natural gas Irrigated Land 227 Square Miles 589 Square Kilometers CLIMATE & TIME Hide Time Zone UTC+4 (9 hours ahead of Washington, DC, during Standard Time) CLIMATE Show 5 5 facts — expand for details. Climate Oman’s climate is one of the hottest in the world. Temperatures reach 130°F in the summer from April to October and rarely drop below 65°F in the cooler season from November to March. Average annual rainfall measures only 4 or 5 inches and occurs during December into April. Despite limited rainfall, however, humidity averages 65% to 80%. Summer monsoons create a tropical climate in the south. Terrain central desert plain, rugged mountains in north and south Location Middle East, bordering the Arabian Sea, Gulf of Oman, and Persian Gulf, between Yemen and UAE Total Area 119,498 Square Miles 309,500 Square Kilometers Border Countries Saudi Arabia 676 km, UAE 410 km, Yemen 288 km ENVIRONMENT Hide Environment - Current Issues rising soil salinity; beach pollution from oil spills; very limited natural fresh water resources Environment - International Agreements party to: Biodiversity, Climate Change, Climate Change-Kyoto Protocol, Desertification, Hazardous Wastes, Law of the Sea, Marine Dumping, Ozone Layer Protection, Ship Pollution, Whaling signed, but not ratified: none of the selected agreements TRADE IN OMAN: PLANNING NOTES 161 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Oman. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Trade in Oman for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Oman-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Trade figures for Oman help explain which industries hire, which ports matter, and how imported goods show up in grocery prices. Settlements and contracts usually run in OMR. They are not a visa pathway. Work permission still depends on the destination's immigration rules. Oman occupies the southeastern corner of the Arabian Peninsula. Oman has three distinct topographical regions. The first consists of two flat, relatively fertile coastal strips up to 20 miles When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://evisa.rop.gov.om/ (Royal Oman Police, Directorate General of Passports & Residency) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Trade overview; Trading partners; Partners (summary). Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: TRADE TRADE OVERVIEW Show 4 4 facts — expand for details. Exports $36,120,000,000 (USD) Imports $19,300,000,000 (USD) Major Exports petroleum, reexports, fish, metals, textiles Major Imports machinery and transport equipment, manufactured goods, food, livestock, lubricants TRADING PARTNERS Hide Top Export Partners Japan 22.1%, South Korea 19.9%, China 15.2%, Thailand 12.6%, Taiwan 5.5%, Singapore 4.7%, US 4.4% Top Import Partners UAE 27.6%, Japan 16.7%, UK 7.4%, US 6.9%, Germany 5% PARTNERS (SUMMARY) Hide Export Partners Japan 22.1%, South Korea 19.9%, China 15.2%, Thailand 12.6%, Taiwan 5.5%, Singapore 4.7%, US 4.4% Import Partners UAE 27.6%, Japan 16.7%, UK 7.4%, US 6.9%, Germany 5% TRAVEL & SAFETY IN OMAN: PLANNING NOTES 236 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Oman. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Travel & safety in Oman for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Oman-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Safety in Oman is local. Neighbourhood, night transport, and documentation checks matter more than a single country score. Tap water is listed as generally safe in the planning dataset. Healthcare system type: Universal/Beveridge. Immigrant health access note: Limited. Health coverage waiting period in the dataset: 180 days. Read current travel advice from your origin government before you book. Oman occupies the southeastern corner of the Arabian Peninsula. Oman has three distinct topographical regions. The first consists of two flat, relatively fertile coastal strips up to 20 miles Early practical steps people actually use in Oman include: Confirm visa status and entry conditions before booking travel; Prepare temporary housing and proof of address where required; Set up local phone, banking, tax, and health coverage steps; Save emergency numbers, official portals, and scam-reporting channels. Treat the list as a reminder, not a filing checklist. When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://evisa.rop.gov.om/ (Royal Oman Police, Directorate General of Passports & Residency) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Before you travel; Crime & law; Health & roads. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: TRAVEL & SAFETY BEFORE YOU TRAVEL Show 2 2 facts — expand for details. Country Description The Sultanate of Oman, a land of great natural beauty on the southeast corner of the Arabian Peninsula, has a long and proud heritage. Oman has seen rapid economic and social development in the past four decades. A monarchy governed by Sultan Qaboos bin Said, the country has a bicameral representative body (the lower house of which is directly elected), which provides the government with advice and is empowered to draft and review legislation. While Oman is traditionally Islamic and Islam is the state religion, Omanis have for centuries lived with people of other faiths. Non-Muslims are free to worship at churches and temples built on land donated by the Sultan. The economy is largely dependent on the production and export of oil and natural gas, but is becoming increasingly diversified. Excellent tourist facilities are available in the major cities of Muscat, Salalah, Sohar, and Nizwa, and can increasingly be found elsewhere in the country. Safety & Security * There have been no instances in which U.S. citizens or facilities in Oman have been subject to terrorist attacks; however, the Department of State remains concerned about the possibility of terrorist attacks against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the region. U.S. citizens in Oman are urged to maintain a high level of security awareness. The State Department suggests that all U.S. citizens in Oman maintain an unpredictable schedule and vary travel routes and times whenever possible. U.S. citizens are also urged to treat mail or packages from unfamiliar sources with suspicion. Unusual mail or packages should be left unopened and reported to local authorities. U.S. citizens with security concerns are encouraged to contact local authorities and the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Muscat. Spontaneous and/or planned public demonstrations take place throughout the country from time to time in response to world events or local developments. Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can escalate into violence. U.S. citizens should remain attuned to readily available English and/or Arabic-language media outlets and avoid public demonstrations. The United States Maritime Administration (MARAD) has advised that elevated regional tensions have increased the risk of maritime attacks being conducted by extremists to vessels operating in the Gulf of Oman, North Arabian Sea, Gulf of Aden, and the Bab el Mandeb regions. MARAD recommends vessels at anchor, operating in restricted maneuvering environments, or at slow speeds should be especially vigilant, and report suspicious activity. U.S. flag vessels that observe suspicious activity in the area are advised to report such suspicious activity or any hostile or potentially hostile action to COMUSNAVCENT battlewatch captain at phone number 011-973-1785-3879 [tel:01197317853879]. All suspicious activities and events should also be reported to the U.S. Coast Guard National Response Center at the following toll-free * Telephone: 1-800-424-8802 [tel:18004248802], direct telephone 202-267-2675 [tel:2022672675], or TDD 202-267-4477 [tel:2022674477]. CRIME & LAW Show 2 2 facts — expand for details. Crime The incidence of street crime is low in Oman; violent crime is rare by U.S. standards, but can occur. Crimes of opportunity remain the most likely to affect visitors. Visitors to Oman should, therefore, take normal precautions, such as avoiding travel in deserted or unfamiliar areas and after dark. Visitors should also protect personal property from theft. In particular, valuables and currency should not be left unsecured in hotel rooms. Common sense and caution are always the best methods for crime prevention. Do not buy counterfeit and pirated goods, even if they are widely available. Not only are bootlegs illegal in the United States, if you purchase them you may also be breaking local law. Criminal Penalties While you are traveling in Oman, you are subject to its laws even if you are a U.S. citizen. Foreign laws and legal systems can be vastly different than our own. In some places you may be taken in for questioning if you don’t have your passport with you. In some places, it is illegal to take pictures of certain buildings. In some places, driving under the influence could land you immediately in jail. These criminal penalties will vary from country to country. There are also some things that might be legal in the country you visit, but still illegal in the United States. You can be prosecuted under U.S. law if you buy pirated goods. Engaging in sexual conduct with children or using or disseminating child pornography in a foreign country is a crime prosecutable in the United States. If you break local laws in Oman, your U.S. passport won’t help you avoid arrest or prosecution. It’s very important to know what’s legal and what’s not wherever you go. Persons violating Oman's laws, even unknowingly, may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned. Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking in illegal drugs in Oman are severe, and convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines. Oman prohibits pornographic materials and firearms. Local law limits each traveler to two bottles of alcohol. Items subject to confiscation at the airport due to content considered culturally inappropriate include, but are not limited to, compact discs, digital video discs, and video and audiocassettes. Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender travelers should review the LGBT Travel Information page. While some countries will automatically notify the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate if a U.S. citizen is detained or arrested, that might not always be the case. To ensure that the United States is aware of your circumstances, request that Omani police and prison officials notify the U.S. HEALTH & ROADS Show 2 2 facts — expand for details. Medical Facilities There are a number of modern medical facilities in Oman. Local medical treatment varies from quite good to inadequate, depending in large part on location. Many Western pharmaceuticals can be found in Oman. Hospital emergency treatment is available. Doctors and hospitals often expect cash payment for health services. Traffic Safety * Practices: Traffic laws in Oman are strictly enforced and the consequences for violating them may be severe by U.S. standards. For example, running a red light results in a mandatory, non-bailable detention period of 48 hours, followed by confiscation of one's driver's license, vehicle registration, and car registration plate until the Omani judicial process is concluded, which may take as long as several months. Other common traffic violations that carry strict penalties, up to and including jail sentences, fines, and/or deportation, * include: driving without a license, driving under the influence of alcohol, failure to wear a seat belt, talking on cellular telephones (other than using hands-free technology) while driving, speeding excessively, overtaking another vehicle, screeching a car's tires or failing to keep one's car clean. In the event of a traffic violation and fine, drivers should cooperate with police officers and should not attempt to pay or negotiate payment at the time of the traffic stop. U.S. citizens considering driving in Oman are advised to familiarize themselves with the Royal Oman Police (ROP)'s procedures for road and traffic accidents (RTA) to reduce traffic jams, which are available on the ROP web site under “Minor Road Traffic Accidents.” * Note: Minor RTA are accidents causing minor damage to one or more vehicles that do not result in injuries, deaths, or material damage to public/private properties. Parties involved in such accidents should immediately move their vehicles to the side of the road. U.S. citizens involved in accidents outside the Muscat area are advised not to move their vehicles from the accident location until the ROP gives them permission; moving a vehicle may be interpreted as an admission of guilt. The use of European-style traffic circles is prevalent in Oman. However, unlike European traffic practice, the driver on the inside lane always has priority. A driver flashing his/her high beams is generally asking for a chance to pass. Turning right on a red traffic signal is prohibited. Visitors should not drive without a valid license. Short-term visitors in possession of a valid U.S. driver's license may drive rental vehicles, but residents must have an Omani driver's license. To obtain an Omani license, a U.S. citizen must have a U.S. license that has been valid for at least one year or must take a driving test. Visitors hiring rental cars should insure the vehicles adequately against death, injury and loss or damage. Residents may insure their vehicles outside the Sultanate; however, third party liability insurance must be purchased locally. Emergency * Services: A modern ambulance service using U.S. equipment and staff trained in the United States was instituted in 2004 and has been assessed as very good. It serves most of the country. For all traffic-related emergencies, the Royal Oman Police can be contacted by dialing "9999." INFRASTRUCTURE IN OMAN: PLANNING NOTES 162 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Oman. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Infrastructure in Oman for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Oman-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Infrastructure in Oman affects commute time, remote work, and whether a city is livable in the first 90 days. Typical internet speed in the dataset is 50 Mbps. Airports, rail, and roads on this page are inventory, not a promise that your neighbourhood is well served. Oman occupies the southeastern corner of the Arabian Peninsula. Oman has three distinct topographical regions. The first consists of two flat, relatively fertile coastal strips up to 20 miles When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://evisa.rop.gov.om/ (Royal Oman Police, Directorate General of Passports & Residency) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Transportation; Pipelines; Communications; Energy. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: INFRASTRUCTURE TRANSPORTATION Show 6 6 facts — expand for details. Airports - total 132 Airports with Paved Runways 13 Heliports 3 Roadways- total 37,431 Miles 60,240 Kilometers Roadways- paved 18,445 Miles 29,685 Kilometers Ports and Terminals Matrah, Mina' al Fahl, Mina' Raysut PIPELINES Show 5 5 facts — expand for details. Pipelines: Condensate 66 Miles 106 Kilometers Pipelines: Gas 2,625 Miles 4,224 Kilometers Pipelines: Oil 2,211 Miles 3,558 Kilometers Pipelines: Oil/Gas/Water 21 Miles 33 Kilometers Pipelines: Refined Products 164 Miles 264 Kilometers COMMUNICATIONS Show 7 7 facts — expand for details. Telephones 300,100 Cell Phones 2,500,000 Internet Users 340,000 Internet Country Code .om Internet Hosts 9,114 Broadcast Media * 1 state-run TV broadcaster * TV stations transmitting from Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Yemen available via satellite TV * state-run radio operates multiple stations * first private radio station began operating in 2007 and 2 additional stations now operating Telephone System * assessment: modern system consisting of open-wire, microwave, and radiotelephone communication stations; limited coaxial cable; domestic satellite system with 8 earth stations * domestic: fixed-line and mobile-cellular subscribership both increasing with fixed-line phone service gradually being introduced to remote villages using wireless local loop systems * international: country code - 968; the Fiber-Optic Link Around the Globe (FLAG) and the SEA-ME-WE-3 submarine cable provide connectivity to Asia, the Middle East, and Europe; satellite earth stations - 2 Intelsat (Indian Ocean), 1 Arabsat ENERGY Show 11 11 facts — expand for details. Electricity Consumption- Kilowatt Hours (kWh) 11,360,000,000 Electricity Production- Kilowatt Hours (kWh) 13,580,000,000 Natural Gas Consumption - Kilowatt Hours (kWh) 17,530,000,000 Natural Gas Exports- Cubic Meters (cu m) 10,930,000,000 Natural Gas Imports- Cubic Meters (cu m) 1,950,000,000 Natural Gas Production- Cubic Meters (cu m) 35,940,000,000 Natural Gas Reserves- Cubic Meters (cu m) 849,500,000,000 Oil Consumption- Barrels Per Day (bbl/day) 98,000 Oil Exports- Barrels Per Day (bbl/day) 705,100 Oil Production- Barrels Per Day (bbl/day) 769,000 Oil Reserves- Barrels Per Day (bbl/day) 5,500,000,000 NATIONAL SYMBOLS IN OMAN: PLANNING NOTES 144 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Oman. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. National symbols in Oman for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Oman-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. National symbols for Oman are background for civic life and ceremonies. They do not change visa rules. Use the government and visa pages for status, work, and stay conditions. Oman occupies the southeastern corner of the Arabian Peninsula. Oman has three distinct topographical regions. The first consists of two flat, relatively fertile coastal strips up to 20 miles When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://evisa.rop.gov.om/ (Royal Oman Police, Directorate General of Passports & Residency) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: National anthem. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: NATIONAL SYMBOLS NATIONAL ANTHEM Show 3 3 facts — expand for details. Anthem History The Sultan's Anthem has been in use as a national anthem since 1970 the words were written by Ali Squalli Houssaini and the music by Rodney Bashford Anthem Lyrics The Sultan's Anthem ARABIC lyrics Ya Rabbana Ehfid Lana Jalalat Al Sultan Waashabi Fee Al'wtan Bialeizy Walaman. Walyadum Muoayadda, Aahilan Momajjada; Bilnufoosi Yuftda. Walyadum Muoayadda, Aahilan Momajjada; Bilnufoosi Yuftda. Ya Oman, Nahnoo Min Ahd Il Nabi Awfiya Min K'ram Al Arabi. Abshiry Qaboos Jaa Faltubarakhu 'I Sama. Waasidy Waltoq'hi Bilduoaa. Anthem Lyrics English O Lord, protect for us our Majesty the Sultan And the people in our land, With honour and peace. May he live long, strong and supported, Glorified be his leadership. For him we shall lay down our lives. May he live long, strong and supported, Glorified be his leadership. For him we shall lay down our lives. O Oman, since the time of the Prophet We are a dedicated people amongst the noblest Arabs. Be happy! Qaboos has come With the blessing of Heaven. Be cheerful and commend him to the protection of our prayers. Verified immigration updates for Oman → [/countries/oman/immigration-updates/] GOVERNMENT JOBS IN OMAN * Oman Government Jobs [/government-jobs/government-careers-om/] · Ministry of Labour (Oman) All government jobs for Oman → [/government-jobs/?country=oman] OFFICIAL LANGUAGES IN OMAN Arabic (official)EnglishBaluchiUrduIndian dialects OFFICIAL LINKS FOR OMAN * Royal Oman Police — Directorate General of Passports & Residency [https://evisa.rop.gov.om/] Official immigration portal for visas, entry rules, and residency steps. The official portal for visa applications is important for following correct procedures. Be cautious of lookalike sites that may charge unnecessary fees for services available for free through the official government portal. NEWCOMER CHECKLIST FOR OMAN * •Prepare temporary housing and proof of address where required. * •Set up a local phone number and bank account. * •Understand tax obligations and register if necessary. * •Establish health coverage and note the 180-day waiting period for health services. * •Save emergency numbers, official portals, and scam-reporting channels. * •Learn about local customs and cultural practices. * •Connect with expatriate communities for support and networking. LOCAL SERVICES & SETUP IN OMAN Healthcare access: Limited Health waiting period: 180 day(s) SETTLEMENT FUNDS & FINANCIAL NOTES FOR OMAN When relocating to Oman, ensure you have proof of funds and set up local banking services promptly. This will help you manage finances and meet residency or employment requirements. A bank account will facilitate salary deposits and local transactions. Prepare all necessary documentation for a smooth banking experience. COST OF LIVING IN OMAN City-level cost rows are incomplete for Oman, so this is a national planning snapshot in OMR (reference city: Muscat). Net monthly salaryOMR 8,857 1BR city centerOMR 422 Groceries / monthOMR 212 Transport / monthOMR 57 Cost-of-living index: 43.6 TAKE-HOME PAY IN OMAN (2026) Educational wage-tax examples from the MigrantIQ tax calculator in OMR. Not filing software — confirm with official rules and a licensed adviser. Entry / mid offer Gross OMR 50,000 OMR 50,000net / year ~OMR 4,167 / month · effective 0.0% Solid mid career Gross OMR 80,000 OMR 80,000net / year ~OMR 6,667 / month · effective 0.0% High earner Gross OMR 180,000 OMR 180,000net / year ~OMR 15,000 / month · effective 0.0% Open Oman tax calculator → [/tools/tax-calculator/oman/] · compare take-home vs other destinations [/tools/tax-compare/] Country hub: /countries/oman/ · Tax year 2026. State or provincial tax may apply on top of federal models. WHO QUALIFIES BEST FOR OMAN * work Suitable for professionals seeking employment in a growing economy. * study Ideal for students pursuing higher education in a culturally rich environment. * family Good for families wanting to reunite with loved ones or start a new life together. WHAT PEOPLE GET WRONG ABOUT MOVING TO OMAN NEGLECTING VISA REQUIREMENTS Underestimating the importance of understanding visa requirements can lead to issues. Ensure you have the correct visa type before arrival to work or reside in Oman legally. OVERLOOKING HEALTH COVERAGE Many newcomers do not account for the 180-day waiting period for health services in Oman. Secure private health insurance during this time to avoid unexpected medical costs. IGNORING CULTURAL NORMS Failing to learn about local customs and cultural practices can hinder integration and lead to unintentional offenses. SOURCES & REFERENCES FOR OMAN Country data is a planning aid. Official government sources override MigrantIQ summaries for immigration, legal, tax, health, and emergency rules. * MigrantIQ country profile Summary profile maintained for planning. Last updated 2026-05-07. * World Bank and public data sources Used for economic and country-level indicators where available. * Numbeo and public cost datasets Used for cost-of-living signals for Oman where available. FOREIGN EMBASSIES IN OMAN 71 active diplomatic missions in our directory. Sample listings below. * Consulate General of Newzealand in Muscat, Oman [/embassies/mission/new-zealand-in-oman-muscat-consulate-general/] — 🇳🇿 New Zealand, Muscat * Consulate General of Sweden in Muscat, Oman [/embassies/mission/sweden-in-oman-muscat-consulate-general/] — 🇸🇪 Sweden, Muscat * Consulate of Austria in Muscat, Oman [/embassies/mission/austria-in-oman-muscat-consulate/] — 🇦🇹 Austria, Muscat * Consulate of Belarus in Muscat, Oman [/embassies/mission/belarus-in-oman-muscat-consulate/] — 🇧🇾 Belarus, Muscat * Consulate of Belgium in Muscat, Oman [/embassies/mission/belgium-in-oman-muscat-consulate/] — 🇧🇪 Belgium, Muscat Browse all embassies in Oman → [/embassies/in/oman/] Important — not legal or government advice MigrantIQ lists diplomatic missions for planning reference only. We are not a government service. Contact details may be incomplete or outdated — always confirm appointments, fees, and requirements on the official mission website or your destination government portal before you travel or apply. Terms [/terms/]Privacy [/privacy/]Report inaccurate data [/contact/] Feedback Was this guide helpful? Your answer helps us improve guides and update priority. YesNo Summarize this page with AI Opens your assistant with a pre-filled prompt (ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude). Gemini uses Google AI Mode. Ask AI ↗ Not affiliated with any AI platform. Always verify immigration rules on official government sites. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT MOVING TO OMAN WHAT TYPES OF VISAS ARE AVAILABLE FOR MOVING TO OMAN? Oman offers various visa options, including Business/Investor Visas, Employment Visas, Family/Spouse Visas, and Student Visas. Choose the right visa based on your relocation purpose. HOW CAN I ACCESS HEALTHCARE IN OMAN? Oman has a universal healthcare system, but access for immigrants may be limited initially. Be prepared for a 180-day waiting period before using public health services, and consider private health insurance. WHAT IS THE COST OF LIVING LIKE IN OMAN? The cost of living in Oman is moderate, with a cost of living index of 43.6. Rent is relatively low, and the typical net monthly salary is 8,857 OMR, allowing for a comfortable lifestyle depending on your location. RELATED OMAN GUIDES Visa Oman Visa Hub Read guide → [/visas/oman/]Legal Oman Laws Read guide → [/laws/oman/]Safety Oman Scam Alerts Read guide → [/scam-alerts/oman/]Checklist Oman Arrival Checklist Read guide → [/checklist/oman/]Blog Migration blog Read guide → [/blog/] Advertisement300 × 250AdSense zone VISA OPTIONS 12 published * Business / Investor Visa [/visas/oman/business-investor/]business * Family / Spouse Visa [/visas/oman/family-spouse/]family * Company Formation Residence Permit [/visas/oman/company-formation-residence-permit/]migration * Temporary Work Visa [/visas/oman/temporary-work-visa/]migration * Work Visa (Standard) [/visas/oman/work-visa-standard/]migration * Investor Residency Program [/visas/oman/investor-residency/]residency * Permanent Residency / Settlement [/visas/oman/permanent-residency/]Residency * Student Visa [/visas/oman/student/]student * Tourist / Visitor Visa [/visas/oman/tourist-visitor/]tourist * Tourist eVisa [/visas/oman/tourist-evisa/]tourist * Employment Visa [/visas/oman/work-residence-visa/]work * Work / Employment Visa [/visas/oman/work-employment/]work Open visa hub → [/visas/oman/] KEY LAWS * Work Authorisation Rules [/laws/oman/work-authorisation-rules/]critical * Tax Residency and Income Reporting [/laws/oman/tax-residency-and-income-reporting/]high * Immigration Status and Overstay Rules [/laws/oman/immigration-status-and-overstay-rules/]critical * Address Registration and Identity Duties [/laws/oman/address-registration-and-id-duties/]medium ACTIVE SCAM ALERTS * Document Translation, Notary, or Apostille Overcharge [/scam-alerts/oman/document-translation-notary-overcharge/]medium * Fake Border, Airport, or Fast-Track Assistance Fee [/scam-alerts/oman/fake-border-airport-assistance-fee/]medium * Fake University or Scholarship Letter [/scam-alerts/oman/fake-university-or-scholarship-letter/]medium Plan smarter Save countries, compare destinations, track visa checklists, and sync your migration plan across devices. 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