Drone regulations in Oman
Verfasst von Francis Markert | Last update on 24.10.2025 | 8 Kommentare
Find out all relevant regulations for flying drones in Oman in this article.
Good news for all drone enthusiasts: Thanks to the introduction of “Fly Serb”, a digital platform for drone flight registration and approval operated by the CAA, it has been possible since 2025 for recreational users and tourists to fly a drone in Oman. In this article, we explain what you need to know.
Overview: Drone rules in Oman
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The Serb AirPass for Tourists
To legally fly your drone in Oman as a recreational user and/or tourist, you must purchase a temporary 1-month license for 70 USD via the “FlySerb” platform. The application process is now fully available online.
To obtain a license, the following conditions must be met:
- The applicant must be at least 18 years old
- Legal entities must be registered in Oman
- Proof of liability insurance for the drone, valid for the entire duration of the license. Get drone insurance
- Passing a CAA-mandated test or training (online)
The license is non-transferable to third parties without prior written approval from the relevant authority.
The platform also provides an overview of 155 so-called “Green Zones” where drone flights are permitted, including Al Jabal Al Akhdhar, Ras Al Hadd, and Salalah.
Drones under 250 g without a camera and sensors may be flown license-free up to a height of 100 m.
You may legally import up to three drones into the country.
Additional Rules for Drone Pilots in Oman
Drone flights are only allowed at the locations and times specified in the license. Note that flights may only be carried out by the applicant. Your drone must never exceed 400 feet (120 meters) above ground level.
Fly your drone only within line of sight or using an approved tracking and collision avoidance system. Night flights are only allowed with prior approval.
Maintain a distance of 5 kilometers from airports, seaports, and protected areas.
Photography and flying over private property is prohibited.
Drone flights during official convoys are prohibited. Taking photos of military or security operations, parades, or traffic accidents is also not allowed.
In case of an incident involving your drone, the responsible authority must be informed immediately.
Failure to comply may result in fines ranging from 200 to 600 OMR (approx. 467–1,400 EUR).
Transit in Oman
According to readers’ reports, it is generally unproblematic to carry a drone in your luggage during a transit if you do not leave the airport. In such cases, it is recommended to transport the drone in checked luggage.
If Oman is just one stop on a multi-country trip and you do not plan to fly your drone during your stay, you can store it upon entry (for a maximum of two months). In the comment section below, you will find detailed user experiences about what to consider in such a case.
The drone rules for Oman listed here have been researched to the best of our knowledge. However, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information. To be sure, contact the Oman Civil Aviation Authority. Alternatively, you can reach out to the Omani embassy in your home country for more information about the regulations. Please leave a comment if you learn anything new or have your own experiences flying a drone in Oman!
Can we have our dji spark with us when flying to oman and then continue to dubai and maledives? What should we do in this case if we dont use it in oman but in dubai and maledives.
Hi, were you able to bring the spark to Oman?
Hi Abece,
As I wrote in the article above, most likely you have to leaf your spark at the airport when entering Oman. Probably, you get your drone back when leaving the country.
Need to understand these current strict precautions which were imposed as a result of repeated shutting down Muscat airport due to unauthorized use of drones flying in airport zone and endangering flights.
Good news:
As of March 2020, after amendments in law, Oman authorities will enable tourists to apply for a drone licence in Oman which will allow private drone pilots to use drones. Details will be available on OMAN government website. The procedure, which doesn’t guarantee granting of a licence, takes in best-case scenario around1 month, so advisably would be better to apply least 2 months prior departure to OMAN. Non-refundable fee will be 25 OMR (approx. 55,-EUR).
More details on: http://www.hifmradio.com/trending/drone/
In Emirates, as per current law, “No video or image capturing devices shall be used when flying the drone.” Only drone pilots with Emirates ID can do that, but only in designated zones.
Hi Roland,
Thank you for your input. Can you confirm that this is current information? The article on the radio station website references the Times of Oman as a source and they reported this back in 2017. See here.
Hi guys,
You are talking about Muscat airport, right?!
What about Salalah airport. Can I bring my mavic mini in carry on luggage? Am I requested to go through bodyscan after arrival? I don’t wanna use it in Oman, but after a two days stay in Oman I’m on my way to other destinations.
Hi Peter,
There is a recent case of an Austrian tourist being arrested while flying an unregistered drone – including spy charges, the embassy and the Sultan got involved etc. So it wouldn’t be surprising if there were more thorough searches now. We’re not sure that it would make a difference if you promised not to use your drone.
Good Morning,
Looking to understand the cost required to execute 4k aerial footage around Muscat Hills in Oman.
We are producing a short film. A concern being how close the airport is – would you be able to gain permission?
For past productions (in the UAE, for example), a drone film team would spend a few hours capturing aerial rushes, say 30-45 seconds long. The general goal is to get a 360 helicopter view of the area. Given drone limitations and the size of the plot, I imagine a full 360 tour will not be possible, but we’ll need enough to see the masterplan. I can share more information but looking to get a feel for budget before pitching our client!
Thank you in advance,
Karim Jabado
+9613140433