Travel Safety in Oman

Oman has been impacted by the ongoing conflict in Iran and the broader Middle East region. Drones emanating from Iran have targeted oil infrastructure in and around the Port of Salalah and Port of Duqm. Travellers should monitor the potential for terrorist incidents targeting interests associated with the United States; civil unrest relating to political and conflict events; and the potential that Iran will engage Oman in direct conflict.

Ordinarily, Oman is generally safe. The primary concern for travellers is the potential of disrespecting cultural and religious customs, which could have both social and legal repercussions. There is an underlying risk of terrorism and kidnapping in Oman, particularly in areas bordering Yemen and Saudi Arabia, where anti-Western transnational terrorist groups are known to operate. However, the risk of terrorism also extends to other areas of the country, including Muscat, which hosts Western commercial, diplomatic and military interests.

Crime is not a major issue, and those crimes that do occur are of a petty and opportunistic nature. Demonstrations may occur with little notice in large urban centres such as Muscat and Seeb, but they are unlikely to be violent. Medical facilities are of an acceptable standard in Muscat, but likely to be less so elsewhere.