Due to the overall volatile security situation in the region, we raised our level of advice for Oman to reconsider your need to travel on 1 March. Retaliatory strikes are occurring across the Middle East region following military strikes on Iran. Australians in and around Duqm and within a 100 km radius of Salalah should shelter in place if it is not safe to leave. We recommend Australians avoid these areas.
Prioritise your safety. Monitor developments closely and follow local authorities’ advice. Stay aware of your environment and avoid government, military or energy infrastructure, including oil production facilities. Avoid US diplomatic missions and other locations associated with Israeli, Jewish and US interests. Follow local warning systems and, if warned of an imminent attack, move to an enclosed hardened shelter, ideally underground or close to ground level if available. If these are not available, seek an inner room without windows.
Terrorism is a threat, including in Oman. Terrorist attacks could happen at any time or anywhere. Maintain a high level of security awareness. Avoid possible targets including venues that draw in foreigners, tourists or crowds where possible. If there’s a security incident, follow the advice of local authorities (see ‘Safety’).
US Embassies in the Middle East are issuing local security alerts. We encourage you to monitor US alerts in your location and follow this advice.
If you need emergency consular assistance, contact the Australian Government’s Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 (if you’re overseas) or 1300 555 135 (in Australia).
We now advise:
Reconsider your need to travel to Oman due to the volatile security situation in the region.
