Oman Travel Guide
Did you know?
The surface area of Oman is 119.5 thous. mi², which puts the country in position number 159 in terms of the area in the world.
How far is it?
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The distance between Muscat (OM) and Washington D.C. (US) is 7250 miles
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Oman
| Miles | Muscat | Salalah | Sur | Sohar | Bahla | Khasab | Ibra | Mirbat |
| Muscat | - | 539 | 95 | 125 | 91 | 229 | 63 | 521 |
| Salalah | 539 | - | 521 | 534 | 461 | 649 | 487 | 40 |
| Sur | 95 | 521 | - | 215 | 144 | 325 | 64 | 497 |
| Sohar | 125 | 534 | 215 | - | 102 | 131 | 161 | 525 |
| Bahla | 91 | 461 | 144 | 102 | - | 233 | 81 | 446 |
| Khasab | 229 | 649 | 325 | 131 | 233 | - | 281 | 644 |
| Ibra | 63 | 487 | 64 | 161 | 81 | 281 | - | 467 |
| Mirbat | 521 | 40 | 497 | 525 | 446 | 644 | 467 | - |
Best Ways to Experience Oman
- Cuisine
- Animals
Practical Information for Travelers
- Budget
- Currency
- Vaccinations
- Visa
- Electricity
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Tourist's budget
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Currency
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Vaccinations
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You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Oman.
Most travelers
Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.
Some travelers
Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Avoid sharing body fluids
- Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment
Malaria
Malaria is a life-threatening parasitic disease transmitted by mosquitoes.Prevention
- Take antimalarial meds
- Prevent bug bites
Estimated relative risk of malaria in Oman
Areas with malaria
Rabies
Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Keep away from animals
With or without a visa?
Visa requirements for citizens of
- United States
visiting 
Oman for tourism
A visa is not required.
- Allowed stay: 14 days / 30 days
- Visa exemption valid for 10 days
- Holders of a visa or entrance stamp of the Emirate of Dubai that is valid for at least 21 days are visa exempt.
- Holders of a visa for Qatar that is valid for travel to Oman and valid for at least one month are visa exempt when arriving directly from Qatar.
- Iris scan is taken on arrival.
Electricity
240V (50 Hz)
In Oman the standard voltage is 240V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type G sockets are used.
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Type GFacts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 158 / 231 Ranking | 5 106 626 Arab, Baluchi, South Asian (Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, Bangladeshi), African |
Area | 159 / 232 Ranking | 119.5 thous. mi² It is approximately 3% of the territory of United States. |
Life expectancy | 152 / 221 Ranking | 76.6 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 74.7women 78.7 |
Median age | 153 / 222 Ranking | 26.2 Average age of population expressed in years.men 27.2women 25.1 |
Population growth | 153 / 224 Ranking | 1.89% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 145 / 210 Ranking | 95.7% Ability to read, write and count.men 97%women 92.7% |
GDP | 134 / 194 Ranking | 28 508 INT$ GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population. |
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