Oman – Level 3: Reconsider Travel Advisory Issued June 27, 2026
Reconsider travel
to Oman due to the risk of terrorism and armed conflict. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
On June 27, 2026, the Department of State authorized the departure of non-emergency U.S. government employees and U.S. government employee family members to leave Oman due to safety risks. This replaces the previous ordered departure status which is no longer in effect.
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.
Do Not Travel to the Yemen border area due to terrorism and armed conflict.
Source: https://travel.state.gov/content/tsg_aem/us/en/home/international-travel/travel-advisories/destination.omn.html
Originally Published: June 27, 2026