🇴🇲Oman Political Stability: 45.3/100

Oman is located between latitudes 16°N and 28°N and longitudes 52°E and 60°E, featuring a diverse landscape that includes gravel deserts, mountain ranges, and a long coastline of 3,165 km. The climate is predominantly hot and dry, with coastal areas being more humid, and temperatures can reach up to 54°C in summer. The Dhofar region experiences a tropical-like climate with seasonal monsoon rains, making it cooler than the northern parts of the country.

As of 2020, Oman's population exceeded 4.5 million, with a significant portion residing in Muscat and the Batinah coastal plain. The population is predominantly Arab, with a notable presence of Baloch and African descent, and Arabic is the official language. The majority of Omanis practice Islam, primarily following the Ibadi school, with a small percentage of Christians, Hindus, and other religions.

World Bank governance: rule of law 58th percentile, corruption control 51st percentile, political stability 52nd percentile.

Oman's strongest governance dimension is Rule of Law at 58/100, placing it in the upper half globally. This reflects relatively strong confidence in contract enforcement, property rights, police, and courts.

The weakest dimension is Voice & Accountability at 15/100. Limited voice and accountability suggests constraints on citizen participation, expression, or media freedom.

A notable 43-point gap between Rule of Law and Voice & Accountability reveals uneven governance. Some institutions function well while others lag significantly. Travelers should be aware that the quality of government services and protections may vary depending on the context.

Oman's moderate governance scores suggest travelers should prepare for some institutional inconsistency. Public services may be unreliable in certain areas, and regulatory enforcement can be uneven. Travel insurance and advance planning are recommended.

The U.S. State Department currently rates Oman as Level 3 (Reconsider Travel). Elevated advisory levels combined with governance data paint a fuller picture of conditions on the ground that travelers should consider.