Şalālah: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Salalah is the capital and largest city of the southern Omani governorate of Dhofar. It has a population close to 331,949.

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Now in the cityŞalālah+27°CClear night · sunrise 06:22 AMupdated 08:30 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

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Exchange rateOMR 0.38per 1 $OMR — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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Updated information about regional tensions (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 3Think twice before you travel; weigh the reasons below.

terrorism

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Reconsider travel to Oman due to risk of armed conflict and terrorism . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory U.S. government employee travel restrictions As of August 30, 2026, family members may join U.S. government employees who work in Oman. Due to safety risks, U.S. government employees need special authorization to travel to Oman. U.S.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Şalālah: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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