Fees · Destination Guide
Boat dive a protected nine-island sanctuary, then eat shawarma on the corniche
Key fee: Dimaniyat Islands Nature Reserve permit (visit only)
OMR 3 per day (foreign visitors) / OMR 1 per day (Omani nationals) / OMR 1 per day (children under 16)
Updated Feb 13, 2026 • 15 sources
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
Budget for the Dimaniyat Islands Nature Reserve permit on any Daymaniyat boat day. The Environment Authority publishes fee tables with separate rates for visiting, diving, and overnight stays, plus different pricing for Omani nationals, foreign visitors, and children. Entry rules for Oman itself are handled separately via visa-free access (for eligible nationalities) or the Royal Oman Police eVisa system.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimaniyat Islands Nature Reserve permit (visit only) |
OMR 3 per day (foreign visitors) / OMR 1 per day (Omani nationals) / OMR 1 per day (children under 16) 1 day (also available as 3 months, 6 months, 1 year) |
| Visitors entering the reserve (snorkelers, boat tours, beach visits) |
| Where to pay |
Many tour operators arrange permits on your behalf. Landing/camping restrictions apply from May to October, and wildlife rules are enforced. |
| Dimaniyat Islands Nature Reserve permit (visit and diving) | OMR 6 per day (foreign visitors) / OMR 3 per day (Omani nationals) / OMR 1 per day (children under 16) 1 day (also available as 3 months, 6 months, 1 year) | Scuba and freedive activities within the reserve | Where to pay | Confirm whether your dive package includes the permit. Expect strict no-take rules and no disturbance of turtles or birds. |
| Dimaniyat Islands Nature Reserve permit (visit, diving, overnight stay) | OMR 10 per day (foreign visitors) / OMR 5 per day (Omani nationals) / OMR 1 per day (children under 16) 1 day (also available as 3 months, 6 months, 1 year) | Overnight camping stays in the reserve (where allowed) | Where to pay | Camping is prohibited from May to October. Outside this period, camping is limited to specified islands and subject to capacity limits and ranger direction. |
| Oman entry visa or eVisa (if not visa-free) | Varies by nationality and visa type Varies by visa type | International visitors who are not eligible for visa-free entry | Where to pay | The Ministry of Foreign Affairs publishes the visa-free 14-day eligibility list and conditions. Always verify requirements for your passport and travel purpose before booking flights. |
Fee
1 day (also available as 3 months, 6 months, 1 year)
Many tour operators arrange permits on your behalf. Landing/camping restrictions apply from May to October, and wildlife rules are enforced.
1 day (also available as 3 months, 6 months, 1 year)
Confirm whether your dive package includes the permit. Expect strict no-take rules and no disturbance of turtles or birds.
1 day (also available as 3 months, 6 months, 1 year)
Camping is prohibited from May to October. Outside this period, camping is limited to specified islands and subject to capacity limits and ranger direction.
Varies by visa type
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs publishes the visa-free 14-day eligibility list and conditions. Always verify requirements for your passport and travel purpose before booking flights.