Oman – Level 3: Reconsider Travel Advisory Issued March 3, 2026
The advisory level was increased to 3. There were no changes to the risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated to reflect changes to U.S. embassy operations.
Reconsider travel to Oman due to risk of armed conflict and terrorism.
Do Not Travel to the Yemen border area due to terrorism and armed conflict.
Advisory summary
On March 3, 2026, the Department of State authorized non-emergency U.S. government employees and U.S. government employee family members to leave Oman due to safety risks.
Armed Conflict
Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran and significant disruptions to commercial flights.
Terrorism
There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks in Oman. Visit the U.S. Department of State’s country reports on terrorism to learn more.
Terrorism is a concern in Oman. Attacks can occur with little or no warning, especially around holidays. They can involve knives, firearms, and vehicles.
Potential targets include:
- Important political, cultural, or religious locations
- Places visited by U.S. citizens and other foreigners
- Tourist locations and large gatherings
- Transportation hubs
- Markets and shopping malls
- Entertainment venues
- Government facilities
Terrorists may use violence to respond to direct attacks against them or other military operations in the region.
Aviation Safety
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued an ongoing Special Federal Aviation Regulation and Notice to Airmen (NOTAM). This is due to risks to civil aviation operating within or nearby Yemen. For more information Americans should consult the Federal Aviation Administration’s Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices.
Risks in specific areas
Level 4 – Do Not Travel
The Yemen border region
Do Not Travel to the Yemen border area due to terrorism and armed conflict.
Do not travel to this area for any reason.
Terrorist attacks and armed conflict continue in Yemen. Crossing the Oman-Yemen border can be dangerous. Americans who attempt to cross the border, from either Oman or Yemen, may be detained by Omani authorities.
Review our information on Terrorism and travel to High-Risk Areas.
If you decide to travel to Oman:
- Review our information on Terrorism and travel to High-Risk Areas.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.
- Review the Country Security Report for Oman.
- Have a plan to leave in an emergency that does not depend on U.S. government help. Review our information on Crisis Response and Evacuations.
- Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest Travel Health Information for Oman.
- Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist.
- We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage.
- Please be sure to visit our website for Crisis Response and Evacuations.
Source: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories/oman-travel-advisory.html
Originally Published: March 3, 2026