Moving to Oman
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
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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
Country Profile
In-depth facts & data for Oman· Updated 2026-06-02
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…
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Government jobs in Oman
- Oman Government Jobs · Ministry of Labour (Oman)
Official Languages
Official Links
- Royal Oman Police — Directorate General of Passports & Residency
Official immigration portal for visas, entry rules, and residency steps.
Newcomer Checklist
- - 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
Local Services & Setup
Banking: Confirm newcomer-friendly banks locally.
Fintech: Confirm available local payment apps.
Healthcare access: Limited
Health waiting period: 180 day(s)
Emergency & Safety
Save local emergency, police, medical, embassy, and fraud-reporting contacts after arrival. Check official government portals before relying on third-party lists.
Crime index: N/A · Safety index: N/A
Settlement Funds & Financial Notes
Settlement funds guidance is being added for this country.
City-Level Cost Snapshot
| City | Single monthly | Family monthly | 1BR center |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital | €972 – €1,458 | €2,916 – €4,374 | €243 – €486 |
Who Qualifies Best
Qualification profile data is being added for this country.
Official vs Reality
Reality-check comparisons are being added for this country.
Sources & References
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
73 active diplomatic missions in our directory. Sample listings below.
- Consulate General of Newzealand in Muscat, Oman — 🇳🇿 New Zealand, Muscat
- Consulate General of Norway in Muscat, Oman — 🇳🇴 Norway, Muscat
- Consulate General of Sweden in Muscat, Oman — 🇸🇪 Sweden, Muscat
- Consulate of Austria in Muscat, Oman — 🇦🇹 Austria, Muscat
- Consulate of Belarus in Muscat, Oman — 🇧🇾 Belarus, Muscat
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Frequently Asked Questions
Verify your visa pathway, legal rights and duties, expected monthly costs, and safe housing setup before travel.
Use the scam alerts section for active patterns and red flags, then confirm every paid service through official channels.
Start with visa eligibility, then create a realistic budget and shortlist temporary housing. Banking setup usually follows legal arrival steps.
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