Political climate: His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin Said Al Said rules the country and Oman is considered a safe and secure destination with many modern amenities and facilities. Oman is today also one of the most economically, politically and socially progressive and developed countries of the Arab World. Efforts to diversify its economy and reduce reliance on oil are ongoing and have been very successful, resulting in several thriving sectors such as tourism, hospitality and real estate development.

Weather: The hottest months are June to September, where maximum temperatures can reach 50°C during the day and humidity is high. Throughout the rest of the year, temperatures are warm during the day (20°C-30°C) and cooler in the evenings. 

Dress code: The dress code is fairly liberal in Muscat itself although modesty is still expected. Women should wear for example, tops with sleeves covering their shoulders and long skirts or trousers covering their knees. Men should wear trousers or long shorts and shirts or T-shirts with sleeves. Swimwear and beachwear should be restricted to beaches or pools.

Languages spoken: Arabic, English, Swahili and Balushi are widely spoken across Oman.

GMT: GMT+4

Currency: Rial Omani (RO) consisting of 1,000 Baizas

Standard of living: Oman offers residents affordable and good standards of living and has a large expatriate population. As its national and expatriate population grows and tourist influx increases, international interest in Oman is rising steadily, making the country extremely desirable to foreign investors. The tax-free environment, progressive laws and increasing global presence have made the region an investor-friendly destination.