Oman Travel Status

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Travel to Oman is operating overall, including international flights through Muscat and Salalah. However, Iranian airline services have recently been halted, regional security conditions remain unpredictable and official guidance warns that further escalation could cause flight cancellations or temporary airspace disruption.

Muscat remains open

Muscat International Airport is operating and continues to handle international passengers. Oman is not currently experiencing a nationwide aviation shutdown.

Salalah remains open

Salalah Airport is also operating. Travellers should continue checking individual flights because regional aviation conditions can change quickly.

Iranian airline services

Iranian airline services to Muscat have been halted following new restrictions affecting Iranian carriers. This is a targeted aviation disruption and does not mean Oman’s wider international flight network has closed.

Regional airspace

Omani airspace remains open, but conflict elsewhere in the region can affect flight routes. Airlines may reroute, delay or cancel services if security conditions deteriorate.

Regional security

Current official guidance warns that the Middle East security situation remains unpredictable. Oman has previously been affected by strikes connected to the wider regional conflict, and further escalation remains possible.

Visa requirements

Oman’s visa requirements depend on nationality and length of stay. Some nationalities can enter without a visa for a short visit, while others must obtain an eVisa before travelling.

UAE border

Oman has several land-border crossings with the United Arab Emirates. Travellers should check that their immigration status permits the intended crossing and ensure they have appropriate vehicle insurance if driving.

Saudi Arabia border

Overland travel between Oman and Saudi Arabia is possible through the Empty Quarter crossing. Travellers must meet Saudi immigration and visa requirements separately.

Yemen border

The Yemen border region carries severe official security warnings because of terrorism and armed conflict. Travellers should not treat this border in the same way as Oman’s crossings with the UAE or Saudi Arabia.

Road travel

Long-distance driving in Oman can involve remote desert roads with limited services. Carry sufficient water and fuel and make sure your vehicle is suitable for the intended route.

Flash floods

Heavy rain can produce dangerous flash flooding in wadis and low-lying areas. Never attempt to drive through floodwater or enter a wadi when severe weather warnings are in effect.

Iranian airline services halted

Iranian airline services to Muscat have been halted following new U.S. aviation sanctions affecting Iranian carriers and companies providing them with airport services.

Oman’s wider aviation network remains operational

The restriction affecting Iranian carriers does not represent a closure of Muscat International Airport or Oman’s airspace. Other international services continue.

Regional security risk remains elevated

Current official guidance continues to warn that further escalation could result in flight cancellations, periodic airspace closures or other travel disruption.

U.S. advisory remains Level 3

The current U.S. State Department advisory remains Level 3: Reconsider Travel because of armed-conflict and terrorism risks.

Yemen border warning remains

The U.S. advisory carries a stronger Do Not Travel warning for the Yemen border region because of terrorism and armed conflict.

Check your airline, passport and Omani visa requirements before departure.

Confirm your flight directly with the operating airline shortly before travelling because regional airspace conditions can change quickly.

If your itinerary involves Iran, check carefully because Iranian airline services to Oman have recently been halted.

If travelling overland between Oman and the UAE or Saudi Arabia, check the immigration, visa and vehicle requirements for both countries.

Avoid the Yemen border area covered by severe official security warnings.

Monitor local weather conditions before driving through wadis or remote areas because flash flooding can make roads dangerous very quickly.

Monitor official security information and follow instructions from Omani authorities if missile, drone or other emergency warnings are issued.

Travel Status is designed to highlight significant changes that could affect a trip. It is not a replacement for official immigration, airline or government advice.