Low riskAsia · Western AsiaOman Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Oman carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure all your routine vaccines are up to date, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Oman age 1 and older. Infants 6-11 months should also get vaccinated.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may choose to get vaccinated.
Measles
All travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with MMR vaccine. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Oman, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Consider rabies vaccination if you'll be doing activities with animal exposure risk or may have difficulty accessing medical care. Rabies is present in dogs and wildlife in Oman.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended for travel to Oman, but is required if coming from countries with yellow fever risk, including transit stops over 12 hours.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
9999
Medical / Ambulance
9999
Fire
9999
U.S. Embassy
+968-24-643-400
Oman travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Oman?▼
For travel to Oman, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles and Typhoid are recommended; Rabies and Yellow Fever may be advised depending on your itinerary. Make sure your routine vaccinations (such as MMR, Tdap, polio and seasonal flu) are up to date, and see a travel-health provider about 4–6 weeks before you leave.
Is there malaria in Oman?▼
No — Oman is not considered a malaria-risk destination, so antimalarial medication is not routinely needed. Basic insect-bite precautions are still sensible.
Is it safe to travel to Oman?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Oman is currently rated low risk. Oman carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Oman?▼
Key emergency numbers in Oman are Police 9999, Medical / Ambulance 9999, Fire 9999 and U.S. Embassy +968-24-643-400. Save them before you travel and confirm the current numbers with your accommodation on arrival.
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.