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Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for Oman’s current entry restrictions and requirements. These may change with little warning. Monitor this advice for the latest updates and stay in contact with your travel provider.

If you plan to pass through another country to return to the UK, check the travel advice for the country you’re transiting.

It is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it provides sufficient cover. See the FCDO’s guidance on foreign travel insurance.

Most visits to Oman are trouble-free. You should maintain a high level of security awareness and take care in public places and on the roads. Avoid large crowds and demonstrations.

Terrorist attacks in Oman can’t be ruled out. See Terrorism

Piracy remains a threat in the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean. See Sea travel

If you’re abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact the nearest British embassy, consulate or high commission.

FIFA World Cup in Qatar

The FIFA World Cup will take place in Qatar from 20 November to 18 December 2022. If you are attending the tournament, you should check the travel advice in full for each country you plan to visit or transit through. Rules and requirements will vary from country to country. If you are travelling from Oman to Qatar during the World Cup period, you must ensure you have a Hayya Card (form of Fan ID). See Qatar World Cup 2022 for more information.