Oman
Warnings and insurance
Exercise caution
We advise British nationals in Oman to exercise increased caution. Press reports have included some limited missile and drone activity in the commercial ports and industrial areas of Duqm, Salalah and Sohar.
Where available, follow advice from local authorities on how to stay safe in your location as risks may vary across Oman and the Gulf region. If you are advised to take shelter, stay indoors or find the nearest safe building or shelter. An interior stairwell or a room with as few external walls or windows as possible may provide additional protection.
Regional escalation
Regional escalation poses significant security risks and has led to travel disruption.
The Iranian regime has publicly stated its intention to target locations associated with the United States and Israel. This includes US-linked organisations, businesses, facilities and institutions.
Stay away from areas around security or military facilities, and US-linked locations.
Iranian strikes against civilian infrastructure across the region such as ports, hotels, roads, bridges, energy facilities, oil production sites, water systems, and airports, have decreased. However, the risk of renewed strikes remains, and further attacks could occur at short notice.
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stay away from areas around energy, security, or military facilities
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follow the instructions of the local authorities and monitor local and international media for the latest information
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keep your departure plans under review and ensure your travel documents are up to date
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Before you travel
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:
- see general advice for women travellers
- read our guide on disability and travel abroad
- see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
- read about safety for solo and independent travel
- see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad
Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
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