Fees · Country Guide
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Updated Mar 4, 2026 • 14 sources
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
Most visitors will only notice fees in two places: marine reserves and wildlife experiences. The Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve uses a paid permit system (often arranged by your dive operator), and other protected areas may add rules as conservation frameworks evolve. Keep some cash on hand for smaller sites and guided wildlife visits, and confirm the latest permit requirements if you are planning remote charters.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve permit (visit + diving) | OMR 6 (foreigners, 1 day) 1 day (longer validity options exist) | scuba | Environment Authority permit service online, often arranged by licensed operators | The Environment Authority lists multiple permit types and validity periods. Terms include strict no-take rules (no coral or marine-species collection) and prohibitions on disturbing turtles, nests, or eggs. Access is managed with seasonal restrictions, so confirm current rules when planning trips to the reserve. |
| Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve permit (visit only) | OMR 3 (foreigners, 1 day) 1 day (longer validity options exist) | snorkel, topside boat visits | Environment Authority permit service online, or via your tour operator | Even for non-divers, reserve entry is controlled. Follow all reserve rules, including waste carry-out and wildlife protection requirements. |
| Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve guided viewing (adult) | OMR 12 per person Single guided tour | topside | Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve visitor center (advance booking recommended) | Tours are typically scheduled around night and early-morning turtle activity. Follow strict no-flash, no-touch rules and keep voices low. |
| Hallaniyat Islands maritime buffer reserve access | TBA (rules and fees may be issued/updated) TBA | scuba, snorkel, topside | Check Environment Authority guidance and your charter operator | A maritime buffer reserve has been established around the Hallaniyat Islands with boundaries extending into surrounding waters. If you are planning an expedition-style trip, confirm current access requirements before departure. |
| Oman entry visa (if required) | Varies by nationality and visa type Varies | all travelers | Royal Oman Police eVisa system or via official channels | Many nationalities can enter visa-free for up to 14 days if they meet conditions (passport validity, hotel booking, insurance, and onward ticket). Always verify current rules for your passport. |
Fee
1 day (longer validity options exist)
The Environment Authority lists multiple permit types and validity periods. Terms include strict no-take rules (no coral or marine-species collection) and prohibitions on disturbing turtles, nests, or eggs. Access is managed with seasonal restrictions, so confirm current rules when planning trips to the reserve.
1 day (longer validity options exist)
Even for non-divers, reserve entry is controlled. Follow all reserve rules, including waste carry-out and wildlife protection requirements.
Single guided tour
Tours are typically scheduled around night and early-morning turtle activity. Follow strict no-flash, no-touch rules and keep voices low.
TBA
A maritime buffer reserve has been established around the Hallaniyat Islands with boundaries extending into surrounding waters. If you are planning an expedition-style trip, confirm current access requirements before departure.
Varies
Many nationalities can enter visa-free for up to 14 days if they meet conditions (passport validity, hotel booking, insurance, and onward ticket). Always verify current rules for your passport.