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    Healthcare in Oman

    Oman runs a government-funded public healthcare + private sector system. Emergency number: 9999. Doctor visits: $25-70 USD private Typical wait: Same-day at private clinics in Muscat

    Emergency

    9999

    GP Cost

    $25-70 USD private

    Insurance

    Strongly recommended

    System

    Government-funded public healthcare + private sector

    Emergency Numbers & Access

    In an emergency, call 9999

    Call 9999 for emergencies. Royal Oman Police coordinates ambulance services. Remote desert and mountain areas may require helicopter rescue.

    Response time: 10-20 minutes in Muscat; 30-60+ minutes in remote areas

    Cost: Public: 5-10 OMR ($13-26 USD) for non-nationals; private: $80-350 USD

    Healthcare System

    Oman has good healthcare in Muscat with modern hospitals. Outside the capital, facilities are more limited, especially in the interior desert, Dhofar mountains, and Musandam peninsula. Public hospitals are decent but prioritise Omani nationals. Private clinics in Muscat are of good standard.

    Designed for: Citizens receive free care; visitors use private or pay at public

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    GP Access & Costs

    Private clinics in Muscat (appointment/walk-in); limited options outside capital

    Typical wait: Same-day at private clinics in Muscat

    GP Visit

    $25-70 USD private

    Private GP

    $25-70 USD

    ER Without Insurance

    $80-350 USD private; $13-26 USD at public

    Medication

    Medications available in Muscat pharmacies. Limited availability in rural areas — bring all needed medications for desert/mountain trips.

    Health insurance is required for visa

    Pharmacy & Medication

    Hours: 8am-10pm daily; 24-hour pharmacies in Muscat

    OTC: Common medications available; some restrictions on controlled substances

    Practical Tips

    • Muscat Private Hospital and Starcare Hospital are good private facilities
    • Royal Hospital and Sultan Qaboos University Hospital are top public facilities in Muscat
    • Desert excursions: carry 5+ litres of water per person per day, first aid kit, satellite phone
    • Wadi swimming: check for flash flood warnings — fatalities occur every year
    • Musandam peninsula accessible by road or boat — nearest hospital is in Khasab (basic)
    • Dhofar/Salalah: malaria prophylaxis may be recommended for rural areas
    • Medical evacuation to Dubai (~45 min flight) for complex cases

    Who can get care in Oman?

    Emergency care for anyone

    Emergency departments in Oman treat everyone regardless of residency or insurance status. Charges can still apply afterwards.

    Public system for visitors

    The public system does not cover visitors, so care is paid privately or through insurance.

    Seeing a Doctor as a visitor

    Private clinics in Muscat (appointment/walk-in); limited options outside capital Typical cost: $25-70 USD private Typical wait: Same-day at private clinics in Muscat

    Insurance needed for entry or visa

    Proof of medical insurance is required for entry or for a visa to Oman.

    Documents worth having ready

    • Travel insurance certificate (mandatory for visa)
    • Passport
    • e-Visa

    Local contacts in Oman

    Emergency services

    9999

    Call 9999 for emergencies. Royal Oman Police coordinates ambulance services. Remote desert and mountain areas may require helicopter rescue.

    Pharmacies

    8am-10pm daily; 24-hour pharmacies in Muscat

    Common medications available; some restrictions on controlled substances

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    What is the emergency number in Oman?

    9999 in Oman. Call 9999 for emergencies. Royal Oman Police coordinates ambulance services. Remote desert and mountain areas may require helicopter rescue.

    How much does a Doctor visit cost in Oman?

    $25-70 USD private Private consultations: $25-70 USD.

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    Sources: Oman Ministry of Health, WHO Oman, CDC Travelers Health 2024, UK FCDO Travel Advice

    Last reviewed: March 2026 by ViscaCare

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