How strict is Oman? | Expat Arrivals

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on 3 Nov 2014

Hi there

I'm considering going to teach in the Middle East, and Oman has become a possibility. I like the idea of it because it isn't as popular as Dubai, but I was just wondering how strict they are with Islamic customs there. Will I be able to walk around in Western clothes (within reason) or is it more like Saudi Arabia where I will have to cover my head?

If anyone has any advice, I'd really appreciate it.

Thanks!

Sally

Anonymous (not verified) on 5 Nov 2014 - 10:56

Oman is more liberal in values as compared to other GCC countries. i t is more of cosmo values and the country itself have religious edifices of other religions like temples and gurudwaras

Anonymous (not verified) on 10 Nov 2014 - 09:03

Hi Sally

Anonymous is right, Oman is fairly liberal - although you are still likely to have to make a few adjustments. See our Culture Shock in Oman page for more in-depth info.

Best of luck,

Xavier

Anonymous (not verified) on 29 Dec 2014 - 14:02

Sally - Oman is more liberal than Saudi. I worked there for the past three years as a teacher in Muscat. You will not need to cover your hair in Oman. You will need to wear clothes that cover your shoulders and knees, but Western wear is fine. You can drive a car.

Anonymous (not verified) on 3 Feb 2015 - 09:24

helo am umar from uganda(africa) can I get enrolled in any university from oman to study my undergraduate degree?

Anonymous (not verified) on 9 Feb 2015 - 06:10

Hi Umar

Your best bet would be to look at the websites for universities in Oman, and check their requirements for international students.

You can start with the Sultan Qaboos University and work from there.

Hope this helps.

Best of luck,

Xavier

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