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- Capital
- Muscat (MCT)
- Dialing Code
- + 968
- Time Zone
- UTC / GMT +4 hours
- Language
- Arabic
- Best Time to Go
- October – March
- Currency
- Omani Rial (OMR)
Travel Tips
- English is widely spoken
- During the winter months (October – March ), temperatures are still relatively warm and rain rarely occurs (rain is in short bursts when it does occur). During Summer, the weather is extremely hot and humid and should be avoided
- Mains water in hotels and towns is safe to drink, although bottled water is preferred by locals. Outside of the main towns, water may be contaminated
Last updated 7 October 2026
Visa Guide
Foreign Representation in South Africa
Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman
11 Anderson Street, Brooklyn, 0075, Pretoria
Telephone: 012 362 3114
E-mail: Omanemb.pretoria@fm.gov.om
Website: www.fm.gov.om
Public Holidays
2026
January: 1, 16
March: 21 - 23
May: 27 - 30
June: 17
November: 18
Visa Requirements
South African nationals can visit Oman without a visa for tourist purposes for up to 14 days
For those requiring visas:
- Online applications at: evisa.rop.gov.om
- Additional information at: www.fm.gov.om
South Africa is listed on Group 1 (G1)
Entry Requirements
- Passport with at least 6 month validity
- Return Ticket
- Confirmed Accommodation reservation
- Medical Health Insurance
- Proof of sufficient funds
Health / Vaccinations
Compulsory:
Yellow Fever (Dependant on Country of Origin/Stopover)
Recommended Travel Vaccines:
Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, Tetanus, Polio
South African Representative Abroad
Representation accredited from Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia