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Middle East drone rules

Oman drone laws for travelers

Oman has excellent scenery, but do not arrive expecting casual use. Approvals and NOCs are central.

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Civil Aviation Authority of Oman

Oman

Strict or complex

CAA approval and licence

Oman has excellent scenery, but do not arrive expecting casual use. Approvals and NOCs are central.

Bring it

Do not bring a drone without prior approval; seizure risk is material.

Register it

CAA licensing and permit process applies; approved platforms or channels may be required.

Fly it

Requires official approval or licensing; visitor access may be limited.

Map check

Coordinate restricted areas, Royal Air Force, ROP, National Survey, and filming-location concerns.

Before you travel

  1. 01Submit AWR033 drone operation permit form.
  2. 02Prepare insurance, drone specs, operator licence/training, coordinates, and height.
  3. 03Get NOCs from relevant authorities when filming or operating in sensitive areas.

Operating notes

Max altitude
Permit-specific; keep below 400 ft unless approved.
Recreational
Requires official approval or licensing; visitor access may be limited.
Commercial work
Requires CAA approval under drone regulations/CAR 102, with insurance and pilot competency.
Airspace
Coordinate restricted areas, Royal Air Force, ROP, National Survey, and filming-location concerns.