OmanAntarctica

What authorisation is required for Oman passport holders visiting Antarctica?

Special travel authorization

Antarctica does not operate a conventional immigration visa system.

Your expedition operator and the relevant national authority determine any notification, permit, or other authorization needed for the planned activity. Do not rely on a passport alone.

Source: Antarctic Treaty Secretariat: national competent authorities.

RequirementSpecial travel authorization

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Oman

Oman, officially the Sultanate of Oman, is a country in the southeastern Arabian Peninsula in West Asia. It shares land borders with Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen, and maritime borders with Iran and Pakistan. Its coastline extends along the Arabian Sea to the southeast and the Gulf of Oman to the northeast. The exclaves of Madha and Musandam are surrounded by the United Arab Emirates on their land borders, while Musandam's coastal boundaries are formed by the Strait of Hormuz and the Gulf of Oman. With an area of 315,331 km2 and a population of approximately 5.46 million, Oman is the third-largest country on the Arabian Peninsula. Muscat is the capital and largest city, Islam is the state religion, and Arabic is the official language.

CapitalMuscat

RegionWestern Asia

Population5.5M

Area309,500 km²

CurrencyOmani rial (1 USD ≈ 0.38 OMR)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+968

Drives on theright

TimezoneMuscat (UTC+4)

Nearest airportMuscat International Airport (MCT), 31 km

Emergency number112 / 968

UNESCO sites6

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$19,947 (2025)

Tourist arrivals869K (2020)

Climate in Muscat

Warmest June, coolest January, driest February, sunniest May. Best time to visit: February, October, December.

Monthly climate normals for Muscat, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	23.8°C	16.9°C	42mm	296h
February	25.4°C	18.3°C	0mm	316h
March	27°C	20.4°C	8mm	320h
April	33.5°C	26.1°C	1mm	346h
May	37.2°C	30.7°C	0mm	370h
June	37.6°C	31.4°C	0mm	357h
July	35.7°C	30.6°C	0mm	342h
August	35.9°C	29.7°C	1mm	321h
September	36.1°C	28°C	0mm	355h
October	32.2°C	23.8°C	0mm	343h
November	28.6°C	21.1°C	6mm	308h
December	25.4°C	18.6°C	1mm	310h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Sultanate of Oman is on the eastern side of the Arabian Peninsula. Under the radar of most visitors to the Gulf, Oman is peaceful and prosperous, with amazing natural sights and hospitable people.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Aflaj Irrigation System of Oman
Arabian Oryx Sanctuary
Bahla Fort
Bat, Al-Khutm and Al-Ayn archaeological sites
Land of Frankincense
Qalhat

Full source list on About.