Oman

Government Travel Advisories for Oman

United States

Avoid Non-Essential Travel — Reconsider travel to Oman due to the risk of terrorism and armed conflict. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. On March 13, 2026, the Department of State ordered non-emergency U.S. government employees and U.S. government employee family members to leave Oman due to safety risks.

United Kingdom

Exercise Increased Caution — The US and Iran have announced a memorandum of understanding in relation to the conflict in the Middle East. The situation remains unpredictable and attacks could resume at short notice. Should hostilities resume, British nationals should: Before the 8 April ceasefire, the Iranian regime had stated its intention to target locations in the Gulf associated with the United States and Israel. This inc

Canada

Avoid Non-Essential Travel — Avoid non-essential travel to Oman due to the risk of falling military debris from intercepted projectiles, airspace closure, and renewed regional tensions. The security situation could deteriorate further without notice. Shelter in place if instructed by local authorities. Commercial flights remain available; however, they may become limited on short notice. You should consider leaving while comm

New Zealand

Exercise Increased Caution — The threat of military action in the region has reduced as the United States and Iran have come to an agreement to end hostilities. The Omani government fully restored their airspace in mid-March, 2026. Between 28 February and 8 April, Iran launched 22 drones or missiles at Oman, targeting key port infrastructure, including the Ports of Salalah and Duqm. These strikes caused temporary disruptions

Germany

Avoid Non-Essential Travel — Avoid non-essential travel to Oman.

France

Exercise Increased Caution — Exercise a high degree of caution in Oman.

Netherlands

Exercise Increased Caution — Caution: safety risks in Oman.

Japan

Do Not Travel — Papua New Guinea (general)