Practical guides to Oman
Clear, checked answers for visiting, moving to and building a business in Oman. Facts are verified against official sources and dated.
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Visas, arrival and getting around.Musandam, Oman: Khasab, Fjords and How to Get There
Oman's northern tip faces the Strait of Hormuz and is separated from the rest of the country by UAE land. What to see, and the ways to reach it.
Updated Nov 2026ReadOmani Culture and Heritage: Forts, Aflaj and World Heritage Sites
Oman's five UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the old trade, water and building traditions behind them.
Updated Nov 2026ReadMuscat, Oman: City Guide to the Capital
What to see in Oman's capital, from Mutrah Souq and the Grand Mosque to the forts on the bay, and how to get there and get around.
Updated Nov 2026ReadAd Dhahirah, Oman: Ibri, the Tombs of Bat and the Dark Skies
A semi-desert region in northwest Oman, home to 5,000-year-old tombs, heritage villages and a high-altitude reserve for stargazing.
Updated Nov 2026ReadThe 11 Governorates of Oman: A Map in Words
Oman is divided into 11 governorates, each made up of wilayats. Here is what each one contains and where to go next.
Updated Nov 2026ReadDhofar and Salalah: Khareef, getting there and where to stay
Oman's green south: when the Khareef season runs, how to get from Muscat to Salalah, what to see, and stays and car rentals in the region.
Updated Oct 2026ReadOman Visa Guide: Which Visa You Need and How to Apply
The main ways to visit Oman, from the 10-day tourist visa to the one-year multi-entry visa, and how to apply on the official Royal Oman Police portal.
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